Ivan Cavaleiro vs Ricardo Horta
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Both players are valued similarly (€11.8M vs €10.0M). Ivan Cavaleiro leads in press intensity / 90. Ricardo Horta is stronger in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Overall, Ricardo Horta holds the statistical edge across 7 of 8 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Cavaleiro is the kind of attacker who makes a team tick without ever dominating the highlights reel. Operating in Liga Portugal, his passes into the final third rank in the top 10% among forwards—a figure that quietly reframes what he actually is: not a finisher, but a connector.
A Inside Forward. Statistically, he stands out as an elite creator (2.1 key passes/90), a proven goalscorer (0.65 goals/90), a reliable supplier (0.17 assists/90), meticulous in distribution (88% pass accuracy) and top 10% scorer in the league.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Ivan Cavaleiro | Ricardo Horta | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.21 | 0.65 | Ricardo |
| Assists / 90 | 0.00 | 0.17 | Ricardo |
| Shots / 90 | 2.01 | 2.46 | Ricardo |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.80 | 2.12 | Ricardo |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 3.59 | 4.67 | Ricardo |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.32 | 0.81 | Ricardo |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.09 | 1.39 | Ivan |
| Pass accuracy % | 77.80 | 88.20 | Ricardo |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Ivan Cavaleiro or Ricardo Horta?
Both players are valued similarly (€11.8M vs €10.0M). Ivan Cavaleiro leads in press intensity / 90. Ricardo Horta is stronger in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Overall, Ricardo Horta holds the statistical edge across 7 of 8 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?
Ivan Cavaleiro has a market value of €11.8M, while Ricardo Horta is valued at €10.0M.