Abdoulaye Faye vs Moussa Niakhaté
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Moussa Niakhaté commands a higher market value (€15.0M vs €3.0M). Abdoulaye Faye leads in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Moussa Niakhaté is stronger in goals / 90 and press intensity / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, commanding in the air (5.2 clearances/90), reads the game exceptionally (1.9 interceptions/90) and meticulous in distribution (90% pass accuracy).
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, commanding in the air (6.4 clearances/90), meticulous in distribution (91% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (70% duel success), penetrates with forward passing (9.0 final-third passes/90), central to possession (75 touches/90), dominant in the air (3.6 aerials won/90, 71%) and active off the ball (2.2 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Abdoulaye Faye | Moussa Niakhaté | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.12 | Moussa |
| Tackles won / 90 | 1.43 | 0.62 | Abdoulaye |
| Interceptions / 90 | 2.12 | 1.58 | Abdoulaye |
| Clearances / 90 | 5.02 | 3.53 | Abdoulaye |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.68 | 2.21 | Moussa |
| Pass accuracy % | 86.20 | 89.40 | Moussa |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Abdoulaye Faye or Moussa Niakhaté?
Moussa Niakhaté commands a higher market value (€15.0M vs €3.0M). Abdoulaye Faye leads in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Moussa Niakhaté is stronger in goals / 90 and press intensity / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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?
Abdoulaye Faye has a market value of €3.0M, while Moussa Niakhaté is valued at €15.0M.