Erling Haaland vs Kylian Mbappé
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Both players are valued similarly (€200.0M vs €200.0M). Erling Haaland leads in assists / 90 and tackles won / 90. Kylian Mbappé is stronger in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Kylian Mbappé holds the statistical edge across 5 of 7 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Haaland exists in a category so singular that comparing him to other forwards almost feels like a category error. His 0.82 goals per 90 places him firmly in the top 5% of Premier League attackers—not through accumulation, but through ruthless, repeatable execution.
A Dynamic Forward. Statistically, he stands out as an elite creator (2.6 key passes/90), a constant goal threat (5.0 shots/90), a proven goalscorer (1.03 goals/90), a reliable supplier (0.23 assists/90), a dynamic dribbler (3.0/90), meticulous in distribution (88% pass accuracy) and top 10% scorer in the league.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Erling Haaland | Kylian Mbappé | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.81 | 0.89 | Kylian |
| Assists / 90 | 0.25 | 0.18 | Erling |
| Shots / 90 | 3.89 | 5.04 | Kylian |
| Key passes / 90 | 0.75 | 2.37 | Kylian |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 1.23 | 2.66 | Kylian |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.30 | 0.04 | Erling |
| Press intensity / 90 | 0.59 | 0.61 | — |
| Pass accuracy % | 65.00 | 87.30 | Kylian |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Erling Haaland or Kylian Mbappé?
Both players are valued similarly (€200.0M vs €200.0M). Erling Haaland leads in assists / 90 and tackles won / 90. Kylian Mbappé is stronger in goals / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Kylian Mbappé holds the statistical edge across 5 of 7 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?
Erling Haaland has a market value of €200.0M, while Kylian Mbappé is valued at €200.0M.