André Silva vs Rafa Silva
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Rafa Silva commands a higher market value (€5.0M vs €4.0M). André Silva leads in shots / 90 and press intensity / 90. Rafa Silva is stronger in goals / 90 and key passes / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
Silva is an unconventional defensive vanguard masquerading as a Serie A center-forward, operating as a high-intensity disruptor for a Tier C side. While his 71.6% pass accuracy suggests technical sloppiness, the data reveals a specialist who eschews safe sideways balls to prioritize verticality, ranking in the top 20% for passes into the final third.
A Complete Forward. Statistically, he stands out as a regular goalscorer (0.35 goals/90), wins the physical battle (59% duel success) and draws fouls effectively (2.7/90).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | André Silva | Rafa Silva | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.42 | Rafa |
| Assists / 90 | 0.00 | 0.00 | — |
| Shots / 90 | 3.20 | 2.43 | André |
| Key passes / 90 | 0.40 | 0.95 | Rafa |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 1.60 | — | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.80 | — | — |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.44 | 1.37 | André |
| Pass accuracy % | 71.60 | 78.20 | Rafa |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — André Silva or Rafa Silva?
Rafa Silva commands a higher market value (€5.0M vs €4.0M). André Silva leads in shots / 90 and press intensity / 90. Rafa Silva is stronger in goals / 90 and key passes / 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?
André Silva has a market value of €4.0M, while Rafa Silva is valued at €5.0M.