Patrick Bamford vs Erling Haaland
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Erling Haaland commands a higher market value (€200.0M vs €1.2M). Patrick Bamford leads in key passes / 90 and passes (final 3rd) / 90. Erling Haaland is stronger in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Overall, Patrick Bamford holds the statistical edge across 5 of 8 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
Bamford remains the Championship’s most sophisticated enigma, a striker who functions less like a traditional target man and more like a predatory ghost haunting the penalty area. His output is undeniable: a staggering 0.73 goals per 90 puts him in the top 5% of the league, fueled by a relentless volume of 3.18 shots per 90.
Haaland exists in a category so singular that comparing him to other forwards almost feels like a category error. His 0.82 goals per 90 places him firmly in the top 5% of Premier League attackers—not through accumulation, but through ruthless, repeatable execution.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Patrick Bamford | Erling Haaland | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.59 | 0.81 | Erling |
| Assists / 90 | 0.05 | 0.25 | Erling |
| Shots / 90 | 2.91 | 3.89 | Erling |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.18 | 0.75 | Patrick |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 1.55 | 1.23 | Patrick |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.49 | 0.30 | Patrick |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.14 | 0.59 | Patrick |
| Pass accuracy % | 65.90 | 65.00 | Patrick |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Patrick Bamford or Erling Haaland?
Erling Haaland commands a higher market value (€200.0M vs €1.2M). Patrick Bamford leads in key passes / 90 and passes (final 3rd) / 90. Erling Haaland is stronger in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Overall, Patrick Bamford holds the statistical edge across 5 of 8 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?
Patrick Bamford has a market value of €1.2M, while Erling Haaland is valued at €200.0M.