James McClean vs Josh Cullen
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Both players are valued similarly (€5.6M vs €6.0M). James McClean leads in assists / 90 and shots / 90. Josh Cullen is stronger in goals / 90 and passes (final 3rd) / 90. Overall, James McClean holds the statistical edge across 5 of 8 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Ball-Winner. Statistically, he stands out as a reliable supplier (0.20 assists/90), an aggressive ball-winner (3.1 tackles/90), wins the physical battle (56% duel success), wins the ball cleanly (2.0 successful tackles/90), heavily involved in play (55 touches/90), active off the ball (2.7 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions and top 10% tackler in the league.
A Balanced Midfielder. Statistically, he stands out as active in the tackle (1.8 tackles/90), wins the physical battle (55% duel success), penetrates with forward passing (9.2 final-third passes/90), heavily involved in play (64 touches/90), uses long balls frequently (5.7/90) and active off the ball (2.5 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | James McClean | Josh Cullen | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.12 | Josh |
| Assists / 90 | 0.20 | 0.12 | James |
| Shots / 90 | 1.09 | 0.65 | James |
| Key passes / 90 | 0.89 | 0.77 | James |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 3.16 | 9.18 | Josh |
| Tackles won / 90 | 1.98 | 1.13 | James |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.29 | 1.30 | — |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.73 | 2.47 | James |
| Pass accuracy % | 77.80 | 84.10 | Josh |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — James McClean or Josh Cullen?
Both players are valued similarly (€5.6M vs €6.0M). James McClean leads in assists / 90 and shots / 90. Josh Cullen is stronger in goals / 90 and passes (final 3rd) / 90. Overall, James McClean holds the statistical edge across 5 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?
James McClean has a market value of €5.6M, while Josh Cullen is valued at €6.0M.