David Luiz vs Tiago Gabriel
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Tiago Gabriel commands a higher market value (€15.0M vs €8.7M). David Luiz leads in goals / 90 and interceptions / 90. Tiago Gabriel is stronger in tackles won / 90 and pass accuracy %. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
Luiz remains one of football's most polarising defenders — a player whose highlights reel and disaster reel are often filmed in the same ninety minutes. At 543 minutes of Champions League data, the sample is partial, but the patterns are familiar.
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (6.7 clearances/90), meticulous in distribution (87% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (64% duel success) and dominant in the air (3.3 aerials won/90, 61%).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | David Luiz | Tiago Gabriel | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.17 | 0.00 | David |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.43 | 1.12 | Tiago |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.16 | 1.02 | David |
| Clearances / 90 | 6.63 | 6.67 | — |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.28 | 1.40 | David |
| Pass accuracy % | 70.20 | 88.40 | Tiago |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — David Luiz or Tiago Gabriel?
Tiago Gabriel commands a higher market value (€15.0M vs €8.7M). David Luiz leads in goals / 90 and interceptions / 90. Tiago Gabriel is stronger in tackles won / 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?
David Luiz has a market value of €8.7M, while Tiago Gabriel is valued at €15.0M.