Afonso Sousa vs Diogo Gonçalves
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Both players are valued similarly (€3.0M vs €3.0M). Afonso Sousa leads in assists / 90 and shots / 90. Diogo Gonçalves is stronger in goals / 90 and key passes / 90. Overall, Afonso Sousa holds the statistical edge across 4 of 6 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Creator. Statistically, he stands out as an elite creator (1.6 key passes/90), a constant goal threat (2.7 shots/90), a proven goalscorer (0.52 goals/90), a reliable supplier (0.20 assists/90), meticulous in distribution (88% pass accuracy), creates high-quality scoring opportunities (0.68 big chances/90) and heavily involved in play (53 touches/90).
Gonçalves is a high-volume trigger-man operating as a sophisticated creative hub within a Tier-C Super Lig side that often struggles to match his vision. While his 83.3% pass accuracy suggests a safe distributor, the reality is far more aggressive; he ranks in the top 5% of the league for shots (2.69/90) and the top 20% for key passes, proving he is the primary engine of chance creation rather than a mere passenger.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Afonso Sousa | Diogo Gonçalves | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.52 | 0.81 | Diogo |
| Assists / 90 | 0.20 | 0.00 | Afonso |
| Shots / 90 | 2.84 | 1.62 | Afonso |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.69 | 2.03 | Diogo |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.44 | 0.41 | — |
| Press intensity / 90 | 0.93 | 0.26 | Afonso |
| Pass accuracy % | 87.10 | 83.30 | Afonso |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Afonso Sousa or Diogo Gonçalves?
Both players are valued similarly (€3.0M vs €3.0M). Afonso Sousa leads in assists / 90 and shots / 90. Diogo Gonçalves is stronger in goals / 90 and key passes / 90. Overall, Afonso Sousa holds the statistical edge across 4 of 6 comparable metrics.
How is this comparison calculated?
Rising Transfers compares players using per-90 statistics normalised for playing time, combined with DNA playing style vectors built from 47 performance dimensions. This ensures fair comparison regardless of team, league, or playing time. Learn more about our comparison methodology →
What are their market values?
Afonso Sousa has a market value of €3.0M, while Diogo Gonçalves is valued at €3.0M.