M'Baye Niang vs Franco Tongya
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Franco Tongya commands a higher market value (€8.0M vs €1.5M). M'Baye Niang leads in shots / 90. Franco Tongya is stronger in key passes / 90 and passes (final 3rd) / 90. Overall, Franco Tongya holds the statistical edge across 5 of 6 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Niang remains a high-variance enigma, a physical powerhouse who occupies defenders without ever truly dominating them. While his 0.19 goals per 90 is merely pedestrian for a Super Lig striker, the underlying volume suggests a player who still hunts for his moments; he ranks in the top 30% for shots per 90, proving he isn’t shy about pulling the trigger.
A Forward. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.1 key passes/90) and meticulous in distribution (86% pass accuracy).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | M'Baye Niang | Franco Tongya | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.21 | 0.16 | — |
| Assists / 90 | 0.10 | 0.08 | — |
| Shots / 90 | 2.43 | 1.44 | M'Baye |
| Key passes / 90 | 0.47 | 1.07 | Franco |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 1.60 | 2.22 | Franco |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.19 | 0.94 | Franco |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.16 | 1.68 | Franco |
| Pass accuracy % | 73.20 | 87.60 | Franco |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — M'Baye Niang or Franco Tongya?
Franco Tongya commands a higher market value (€8.0M vs €1.5M). M'Baye Niang leads in shots / 90. Franco Tongya is stronger in key passes / 90 and passes (final 3rd) / 90. Overall, Franco Tongya holds the statistical edge across 5 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?
M'Baye Niang has a market value of €1.5M, while Franco Tongya is valued at €8.0M.