Rob Atkinson vs Dan Ballard
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Dan Ballard commands a higher market value (€20.0M vs €1.6M). Rob Atkinson leads in goals / 90 and tackles won / 90. Dan Ballard is stronger in clearances / 90. Overall, Rob Atkinson holds the statistical edge across 5 of 6 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Physical Stopper. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (6.3 clearances/90), wins the physical battle (75% duel success), dominant in the air (4.6 aerials won/90, 71%) and active off the ball (2.2 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (7.8 clearances/90), wins the physical battle (59% duel success), strong in aerial duels (4.4 aerials won/90) and uses long balls frequently (6.6/90).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Rob Atkinson | Dan Ballard | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.15 | 0.08 | Rob |
| Tackles won / 90 | 1.12 | 0.76 | Rob |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.46 | 0.84 | Rob |
| Clearances / 90 | 6.26 | 7.75 | Dan |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.25 | 1.61 | Rob |
| Pass accuracy % | 82.70 | 81.70 | Rob |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Rob Atkinson or Dan Ballard?
Dan Ballard commands a higher market value (€20.0M vs €1.6M). Rob Atkinson leads in goals / 90 and tackles won / 90. Dan Ballard is stronger in clearances / 90. Overall, Rob Atkinson holds the statistical edge across 5 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?
Rob Atkinson has a market value of €1.6M, while Dan Ballard is valued at €20.0M.