Marc Bola 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 €1.5M). Marc Bola leads in interceptions / 90 and press intensity / 90. Dan Ballard is stronger in tackles won / 90 and clearances / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
Bola is a modern hybrid fullback who prioritizes offensive volume and progressive distribution over traditional defensive stability. While his raw pass accuracy of 79.8% appears pedestrian, the context reveals a high-risk, high-reward creator; he ranks in the top 20% of Championship defenders for assists and the top 30% for key passes, constantly probing with 6.12 passes into the final third.
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
| Metric | Marc Bola | Dan Ballard | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.06 | 0.08 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.66 | 0.76 | Dan |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.52 | 0.84 | Marc |
| Clearances / 90 | 4.78 | 7.75 | Dan |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.96 | 1.61 | Marc |
| Pass accuracy % | 80.00 | 81.70 | Dan |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Marc Bola or Dan Ballard?
Dan Ballard commands a higher market value (€20.0M vs €1.5M). Marc Bola leads in interceptions / 90 and press intensity / 90. Dan Ballard is stronger in tackles won / 90 and clearances / 90. 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?
Marc Bola has a market value of €1.5M, while Dan Ballard is valued at €20.0M.