Taiki Watanabe vs Simon Sandberg

Simon Sandberg leads on 10 of 12 metrics to Taiki Watanabe's 2. Taiki Watanabe is clearest ahead for final-third passes and passes; Simon Sandberg is clearest ahead for ball recoveries, expected goals (xG) and tackles. Both compared with centre-backs in major leagues.

Simon Sandberg averages 1.22 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Taiki Watanabe on 0.91.

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.