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Nick Shinton vs Tijn Smolenaars

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

Data Verdict

Nick Shinton leads in goals conceded / 90. Tijn Smolenaars is stronger in saves / 90 and pass accuracy %. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.

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Player A

Nick Shinton

Goalkeeper
Belgium
€300K
25 years old
Commanding Keeper
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Player B

Tijn Smolenaars

Goalkeeper
Netherlands
N/A
21 years old
Commanding Keeper
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Playing Style Profiles

Nick Shinton

Nick Shinton is a Commanding Keeper. Dominant presence who controls the penalty area.

Tijn Smolenaars

A Commanding Keeper. Statistically, he stands out as dominant in aerial duels (89% success), exceptionally busy shot-stopper (4.1 saves/90) and commands the box with authority (1.2 punches/90).

Per-90 Statistics Comparison

MetricNick ShintonTijn SmolenaarsEdge
Saves / 902.805.20Tijn
Goals conceded / 901.052.20Nick
Pass accuracy %61.2067.30Tijn

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the better player — Nick Shinton or Tijn Smolenaars?

Nick Shinton leads in goals conceded / 90. Tijn Smolenaars is stronger in saves / 90 and pass accuracy %. 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?

Nick Shinton has a market value of €300K, while Tijn Smolenaars is valued at N/A.

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