Nikolaos Athanasiou vs Gonçalo Inácio
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Gonçalo Inácio is stronger in goals / 90 and tackles won / 90. Overall, Gonçalo Inácio holds the statistical edge across 6 of 6 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Nicolaos Athanasiou is a Solid Defender. Reliable defender contributing in aerial and ground duels.
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as meticulous in distribution (90% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (59% duel success), heavily involved in possession (88 passes/90), penetrates with forward passing (12.3 final-third passes/90), central to possession (99 touches/90), uses long balls frequently (9.0/90) and active off the ball (2.6 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Nikolaos Athanasiou | Gonçalo Inácio | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.07 | Gonçalo |
| Tackles won / 90 | 1.03 | 1.08 | Gonçalo |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.75 | 0.97 | Gonçalo |
| Clearances / 90 | 2.06 | 3.24 | Gonçalo |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.06 | 2.65 | Gonçalo |
| Pass accuracy % | 77.30 | 88.10 | Gonçalo |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Nikolaos Athanasiou or Gonçalo Inácio?
Gonçalo Inácio is stronger in goals / 90 and tackles won / 90. Overall, Gonçalo Inácio holds the statistical edge across 6 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?
Nikolaos Athanasiou has a market value of N/A, while Gonçalo Inácio is valued at €45.0M.