Nélson Oliveira vs Lucas João
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Lucas João commands a higher market value (€5.4M vs €1.0M). Nélson Oliveira leads in goals / 90 and press intensity / 90. Lucas João is stronger in assists / 90 and shots / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Forward. Statistically, he stands out as a regular goalscorer (0.22 goals/90) and draws fouls effectively (2.5/90).
João is a blunt instrument in the best possible sense — a physical presence in Liga Portugal who makes his mark not through elegance but through sheer aerial dominance and shot volume. His 3.84 aerial wins per 90 place him in the top 5% of attackers in the league, and his shots per 90 rank in the top 10% — numbers that tell you exactly what kind of threat he poses.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Nélson Oliveira | Lucas João | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.22 | 0.00 | Nélson |
| Assists / 90 | 0.00 | 0.36 | Lucas |
| Shots / 90 | 2.23 | 4.34 | Lucas |
| Key passes / 90 | 0.50 | 1.45 | Lucas |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 1.49 | — | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.00 | — | — |
| Press intensity / 90 | 0.74 | 0.08 | Nélson |
| Pass accuracy % | 77.10 | 50.00 | Nélson |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Nélson Oliveira or Lucas João?
Lucas João commands a higher market value (€5.4M vs €1.0M). Nélson Oliveira leads in goals / 90 and press intensity / 90. Lucas João is stronger in assists / 90 and shots / 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?
Nélson Oliveira has a market value of €1.0M, while Lucas João is valued at €5.4M.