Ryan Mercieca vs Sayat Zhumagali

Sayat Zhumagali leads on 4 of 9 metrics to Ryan Mercieca's 3. Ryan Mercieca is clearest ahead for interceptions, pass completion and passes; Sayat Zhumagali is clearest ahead for tackles, clearances and aerials won. Both compared with centre-backs at a similar level.

Sayat Zhumagali averages 0.33 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Ryan Mercieca on 0.25.

Every stat is per 90 minutes or a rate from club matches. Form weights recent matches most heavily; Season uses only this club season. The player with the higher number wins each metric, except ball security where fewer losses is better. Percentiles show where each player sits against others in his own role and level.