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Edwin Cardona vs Nico Melamed

Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season

Data Verdict

Both players are valued similarly (€2.9M vs €3.0M). Edwin Cardona leads in goals / 90. Nico Melamed is stronger in assists / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Nico Melamed holds the statistical edge across 6 of 7 comparable metrics.

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Player A

Edwin Cardona

Midfielder
Colombia
€2.9M
33 years old
Creative
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Player B

Nico Melamed

Midfielder
Spain
€3.0M
25 years old
Creator
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Playing Style Profiles

Edwin Cardona

Edwin Andrés Cardona Bedoya is a Creator. Playmaker unlocking defenses with key passes.

Nico Melamed

Nicolás Melamed Ribaudo is a Creator. Playmaker unlocking defenses with key passes.

Per-90 Statistics Comparison

MetricEdwin CardonaNico MelamedEdge
Goals / 900.120.00Edwin
Assists / 900.120.39Nico
Shots / 902.283.35Nico
Key passes / 902.282.36Nico
Interceptions / 900.240.39Nico
Press intensity / 900.080.14Nico
Pass accuracy %76.7085.00Nico

All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the better player — Edwin Cardona or Nico Melamed?

Both players are valued similarly (€2.9M vs €3.0M). Edwin Cardona leads in goals / 90. Nico Melamed is stronger in assists / 90 and shots / 90. Overall, Nico Melamed holds the statistical edge across 6 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?

Edwin Cardona has a market value of €2.9M, while Nico Melamed is valued at €3.0M.

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