Oliver Norwood vs Manu Molina
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Oliver Norwood leads in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Manu Molina is stronger in pass accuracy %. Overall, Oliver Norwood holds the statistical edge across 6 of 7 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Norwood operates as the gravitational center of League One, a metronomic playmaker whose 69.5 passes per 90 place him in the elite 5% of the division. While many deep-lying pivots are content with recycling possession, Norwood is relentlessly vertical, ranking in the top 5% for both key passes and deliveries into the final third.
A Metronome. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.2 key passes/90), wins the physical battle (60% duel success), heavily involved in possession (64 passes/90), central to possession (79 touches/90) and switches play with precision (9.3 long balls/90, 70% accuracy).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Oliver Norwood | Manu Molina | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.20 | 0.03 | Oliver |
| Assists / 90 | 0.27 | 0.07 | Oliver |
| Shots / 90 | 1.18 | 0.75 | Oliver |
| Key passes / 90 | 2.32 | 1.28 | Oliver |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 14.14 | — | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | 1.42 | — | — |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.43 | 1.25 | Oliver |
| Press intensity / 90 | 3.18 | 1.96 | Oliver |
| Pass accuracy % | 84.40 | 90.00 | Manu |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Oliver Norwood or Manu Molina?
Oliver Norwood leads in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Manu Molina is stronger in pass accuracy %. Overall, Oliver Norwood holds the statistical edge across 6 of 7 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?
Oliver Norwood has a market value of €2.2M, while Manu Molina is valued at N/A.