Facundo Buonanotte vs Simone Pafundi
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Facundo Buonanotte commands a higher market value (€18.0M vs €5.0M). Facundo Buonanotte leads in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Simone Pafundi is stronger in shots / 90 and key passes / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
Buonanotte is the rare teenage midfielder who looks genuinely dangerous in front of goal rather than simply promising—his 0.29 goals per 90 places him inside the Premier League's top 20% for his position, a number most attacking midfielders twice his age would envy. His dribble rate sits in the top 5% of the league, meaning defenders cannot simply sit off him.
A Creator. Statistically, he stands out as an elite creator (2.4 key passes/90), a constant goal threat (3.8 shots/90), a prolific assist provider (0.26 assists/90), heavily involved in play (56 touches/90), draws fouls effectively (2.8/90), active off the ball (2.3 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions and top 10% creator in the league.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Facundo Buonanotte | Simone Pafundi | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.37 | 0.23 | Facundo |
| Assists / 90 | 0.37 | 0.23 | Facundo |
| Shots / 90 | 1.49 | 3.25 | Simone |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.49 | 2.55 | Simone |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.87 | 0.70 | Facundo |
| Press intensity / 90 | 0.27 | 2.28 | Simone |
| Pass accuracy % | 78.30 | 89.50 | Simone |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Facundo Buonanotte or Simone Pafundi?
Facundo Buonanotte commands a higher market value (€18.0M vs €5.0M). Facundo Buonanotte leads in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Simone Pafundi is stronger in shots / 90 and key passes / 90. 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?
Facundo Buonanotte has a market value of €18.0M, while Simone Pafundi is valued at €5.0M.