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Julián Cuesta vs Tijn Smolenaars

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

Data Verdict

Julián Cuesta leads in goals conceded / 90. Tijn Smolenaars is stronger in saves / 90 and pass accuracy %. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.

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Player A

Julián Cuesta

Goalkeeper
Spain
N/A
35 years old
Traditional Keeper
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Player B

Tijn Smolenaars

Goalkeeper
Netherlands
N/A
21 years old
Commanding Keeper
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Playing Style Profiles

Julián Cuesta

A Traditional Keeper. Statistically, he stands out as dominant in aerial duels (86% success) and exceptionally busy shot-stopper (4.1 saves/90).

Tijn Smolenaars

A Commanding Keeper. Statistically, he stands out as dominant in aerial duels (89% success), exceptionally busy shot-stopper (4.1 saves/90) and commands the box with authority (1.2 punches/90).

Per-90 Statistics Comparison

MetricJulián CuestaTijn SmolenaarsEdge
Saves / 904.115.20Tijn
Goals conceded / 901.742.20Julián
Pass accuracy %55.7067.30Tijn

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the better player — Julián Cuesta or Tijn Smolenaars?

Julián Cuesta leads in goals conceded / 90. Tijn Smolenaars is stronger in saves / 90 and pass accuracy %. 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?

Julián Cuesta has a market value of N/A, while Tijn Smolenaars is valued at N/A.

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