Kiki Kouyaté vs Soumaïla Coulibaly
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Both players are valued similarly (€6.0M vs €7.0M). Kiki Kouyaté leads in goals / 90 and tackles won / 90. Soumaïla Coulibaly is stronger in press intensity / 90 and pass accuracy %. Overall, Kiki Kouyaté holds the statistical edge across 4 of 6 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Kouyaté is the kind of defender who wins football matches through sheer physical dominance rather than technical elegance—a wrecking ball in a league full of technicians. His aerial numbers are genuinely elite: top 5% for aerials won per 90 puts him among the most imposing presences in Belgian football, and his duel win rate of 64.7% places him firmly in the top 10% of league defenders.
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, commanding in the air (6.3 clearances/90), meticulous in distribution (89% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (78% duel success), draws fouls effectively (2.1/90), uses long balls frequently (5.2/90) and active off the ball (2.5 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Kiki Kouyaté | Soumaïla Coulibaly | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.08 | 0.00 | Kiki |
| Tackles won / 90 | 1.27 | 0.68 | Kiki |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.74 | 0.69 | Kiki |
| Clearances / 90 | 10.06 | 6.36 | Kiki |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.85 | 2.47 | Soumaïla |
| Pass accuracy % | 72.70 | 90.10 | Soumaïla |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Kiki Kouyaté or Soumaïla Coulibaly?
Both players are valued similarly (€6.0M vs €7.0M). Kiki Kouyaté leads in goals / 90 and tackles won / 90. Soumaïla Coulibaly is stronger in press intensity / 90 and pass accuracy %. Overall, Kiki Kouyaté 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?
Kiki Kouyaté has a market value of €6.0M, while Soumaïla Coulibaly is valued at €7.0M.