Rafik Belghali vs Marco Palestra
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Marco Palestra commands a higher market value (€25.0M vs €7.0M). Rafik Belghali leads in goals / 90 and interceptions / 90. Marco Palestra is stronger in tackles won / 90 and pass accuracy %. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Active Full-Back. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.3 key passes/90), a regular goalscorer (0.23 goals/90) and a dynamic dribbler (2.3/90).
A Active Full-Back. Statistically, he stands out as a dynamic dribbler (2.1/90), wins the physical battle (61% duel success) and draws fouls effectively (3.2/90).
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Rafik Belghali | Marco Palestra | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.23 | 0.00 | Rafik |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.62 | 0.97 | Marco |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.81 | 0.57 | Rafik |
| Clearances / 90 | 1.16 | 1.19 | — |
| Press intensity / 90 | 1.96 | 1.82 | Rafik |
| Pass accuracy % | 77.80 | 85.40 | Marco |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Rafik Belghali or Marco Palestra?
Marco Palestra commands a higher market value (€25.0M vs €7.0M). Rafik Belghali leads in goals / 90 and interceptions / 90. Marco Palestra is stronger in tackles won / 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?
Rafik Belghali has a market value of €7.0M, while Marco Palestra is valued at €25.0M.