Dario Maresic vs Marin Pongracic
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Marin Pongracic commands a higher market value (€7.5M vs €3.0M). Dario Maresic leads in interceptions / 90 and clearances / 90. Marin Pongracic is stronger in press intensity / 90 and pass accuracy %. 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 commanding in the air (5.4 clearances/90), wins the physical battle (60% duel success), heavily involved in possession (62 passes/90), penetrates with forward passing (11.1 final-third passes/90), central to possession (77 touches/90), uses long balls frequently (12.5/90) and active off the ball (2.3 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Pongracic has carved out a niche in Serie A that most defenders can't claim: a ball-playing centre-back whose engine runs as hard as his passing. Sitting in the top 10% for both pass accuracy and pressing intensity, he's not just tidy in possession—he's actively disruptive without it, which is a rarer combination than the numbers suggest.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Dario Maresic | Marin Pongracic | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.00 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | — | 0.51 | — |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.10 | 1.00 | Dario |
| Clearances / 90 | 4.70 | 3.61 | Dario |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.32 | 2.61 | Marin |
| Pass accuracy % | 87.20 | 91.40 | Marin |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Dario Maresic or Marin Pongracic?
Marin Pongracic commands a higher market value (€7.5M vs €3.0M). Dario Maresic leads in interceptions / 90 and clearances / 90. Marin Pongracic is stronger in press intensity / 90 and pass accuracy %. 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?
Dario Maresic has a market value of €3.0M, while Marin Pongracic is valued at €7.5M.