Y. Shimamura vs Roman Chirkov

Roman Chirkov leads on 5 of 12 metrics to Y. Shimamura's 4. Y. Shimamura is clearest ahead for pass completion, passes and ball security (possession lost); Roman Chirkov is clearest ahead for tackles, key passes and shots. Both compared with central midfielders at a similar level.

Roman Chirkov averages 0.80 key passes per 90 on current form, ahead of Y. Shimamura on 0.55.

Roman Chirkov averages 0.40 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Y. Shimamura on 0.13.

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.