Tomoki Iwata vs Ryan Merlen

Ryan Merlen leads on 6 of 12 metrics to Tomoki Iwata's 5. Tomoki Iwata is clearest ahead for aerials won, duel win rate and duels won; Ryan Merlen is clearest ahead for key passes, ball recoveries and passes. Both compared with defensive midfielders in major leagues.

Ryan Merlen averages 1.81 key passes per 90 on current form, ahead of Tomoki Iwata on 0.91.

Tomoki Iwata averages 1.10 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Ryan Merlen on 0.89.

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.