Hörður Magnússon vs Hjalmar Ekdal
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Hjalmar Ekdal commands a higher market value (€6.0M vs €2.8M). Hjalmar Ekdal is stronger in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Overall, Hjalmar Ekdal holds the statistical edge across 5 of 5 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (7.2 clearances/90), wins the physical battle (63% duel success), heavily involved in possession (67 passes/90), penetrates with forward passing (8.7 final-third passes/90), central to possession (81 touches/90) and uses long balls frequently (11.9/90).
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (7.3 clearances/90), meticulous in distribution (85% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (64% duel success) and dominant in the air (3.0 aerials won/90, 63%).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Hörður Magnússon | Hjalmar Ekdal | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.00 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.77 | 0.99 | Hjalmar |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.50 | 0.70 | Hjalmar |
| Clearances / 90 | 7.15 | 7.30 | Hjalmar |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.53 | 1.62 | Hjalmar |
| Pass accuracy % | 84.60 | 85.20 | Hjalmar |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Hörður Magnússon or Hjalmar Ekdal?
Hjalmar Ekdal commands a higher market value (€6.0M vs €2.8M). Hjalmar Ekdal is stronger in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Overall, Hjalmar Ekdal holds the statistical edge across 5 of 5 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?
Hörður Magnússon has a market value of €2.8M, while Hjalmar Ekdal is valued at €6.0M.