Gonçalo Costa vs João Cancelo
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Gonçalo Costa leads in clearances / 90 and press intensity / 90. João Cancelo is stronger in goals / 90 and tackles won / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Physical Stopper. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.1 key passes/90), a regular goalscorer (0.36 goals/90), an aggressive ball-winner (2.7 tackles/90), creates high-quality scoring opportunities (0.54 big chances/90) and top 10% tackler in the league.
A Active Full-Back. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.3 key passes/90) and active in the tackle (2.3 tackles/90).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Gonçalo Costa | João Cancelo | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.20 | João |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.64 | 1.22 | João |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.22 | 1.18 | — |
| Clearances / 90 | 2.44 | 1.76 | Gonçalo |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.87 | 0.39 | Gonçalo |
| Pass accuracy % | 71.60 | 84.80 | João |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Gonçalo Costa or João Cancelo?
Gonçalo Costa leads in clearances / 90 and press intensity / 90. João Cancelo is stronger in goals / 90 and tackles won / 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?
Gonçalo Costa has a market value of N/A, while João Cancelo is valued at €9.0M.