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Rúben Semedo vs Nélson Semedo

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

Data Verdict

Nélson Semedo commands a higher market value (€7.0M vs €3.5M). Rúben Semedo leads in clearances / 90. Nélson Semedo is stronger in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Overall, Nélson Semedo holds the statistical edge across 4 of 5 comparable metrics.

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Player A

Rúben Semedo

Defender
Portugal
€3.5M
32 years old
Aerial
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Player B

Nélson Semedo

Defender
Portugal
€7.0M
32 years old
Active Full-Back
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Playing Style Profiles

Rúben Semedo

A Physical Stopper. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (6.2 clearances/90), uses long balls frequently (7.9/90) and active off the ball (2.0 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.

Nélson Semedo

Semedo arrives at this stage of his career as something of a paradox: a full-back whose engine burns hotter than almost anyone in the Turkish top flight, yet whose ceiling is quietly being redefined by a mid-table context. His pressing intensity ranks in the top 10% among defenders in the Super Lig—a number that speaks to genuine commitment, not just statistical noise.

Per-90 Statistics Comparison

MetricRúben SemedoNélson SemedoEdge
Goals / 900.000.05
Tackles won / 900.811.32Nélson
Interceptions / 900.921.46Nélson
Clearances / 906.211.69Rúben
Press intensity / 902.002.88Nélson
Pass accuracy %81.7085.40Nélson

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the better player — Rúben Semedo or Nélson Semedo?

Nélson Semedo commands a higher market value (€7.0M vs €3.5M). Rúben Semedo leads in clearances / 90. Nélson Semedo is stronger in tackles won / 90 and interceptions / 90. Overall, Nélson Semedo holds the statistical edge across 4 of 5 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?

Rúben Semedo has a market value of €3.5M, while Nélson Semedo is valued at €7.0M.

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