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Krystian Bielik vs Dan Ballard

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

Data Verdict

Dan Ballard commands a higher market value (€20.0M vs €1.2M). Krystian Bielik leads in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Dan Ballard is stronger in goals / 90 and clearances / 90. Overall, Krystian Bielik holds the statistical edge across 4 of 6 comparable metrics.

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Player A

Krystian Bielik

Defender
Poland
€1.2M
28 years old
Ball-Playing
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Player B

Dan Ballard

Defender
Northern Ireland
€20.0M
26 years old
Ball-Playing CB
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Playing Style Profiles

Krystian Bielik

A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as active in the tackle (2.0 tackles/90), commanding in the air (5.3 clearances/90), reads the game exceptionally (2.2 interceptions/90), meticulous in distribution (86% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (61% duel success), central to possession (76 touches/90), dominant in the air (4.9 aerials won/90, 63%) and active off the ball (2.7 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.

Dan Ballard

A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (7.8 clearances/90), wins the physical battle (59% duel success), strong in aerial duels (4.4 aerials won/90) and uses long balls frequently (6.6/90).

Per-90 Statistics Comparison

MetricKrystian BielikDan BallardEdge
Goals / 900.000.08Dan
Tackles won / 901.340.76Krystian
Interceptions / 902.190.84Krystian
Clearances / 905.347.75Dan
Press intensity / 902.711.61Krystian
Pass accuracy %86.5081.70Krystian

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the better player — Krystian Bielik or Dan Ballard?

Dan Ballard commands a higher market value (€20.0M vs €1.2M). Krystian Bielik leads in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Dan Ballard is stronger in goals / 90 and clearances / 90. Overall, Krystian Bielik holds the statistical edge across 4 of 6 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?

Krystian Bielik has a market value of €1.2M, while Dan Ballard is valued at €20.0M.

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