Sam Larsson vs Diogo Gonçalves
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Sam Larsson commands a higher market value (€5.0M vs €3.0M). Sam Larsson leads in assists / 90 and shots / 90. Diogo Gonçalves is stronger in goals / 90 and pass accuracy %. Overall, Sam Larsson holds the statistical edge across 5 of 7 comparable metrics.
Based on per-90 statistics · How we compare players →
Playing Style Profiles
A Creator. Statistically, he stands out as an elite creator (2.1 key passes/90), a reliable supplier (0.24 assists/90), heavily involved in play (50 touches/90), active off the ball (2.3 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions and top 20% creator in the league.
Gonçalves is a high-volume trigger-man operating as a sophisticated creative hub within a Tier-C Super Lig side that often struggles to match his vision. While his 83.3% pass accuracy suggests a safe distributor, the reality is far more aggressive; he ranks in the top 5% of the league for shots (2.69/90) and the top 20% for key passes, proving he is the primary engine of chance creation rather than a mere passenger.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Sam Larsson | Diogo Gonçalves | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.06 | 0.81 | Diogo |
| Assists / 90 | 0.24 | 0.00 | Sam |
| Shots / 90 | 1.75 | 1.62 | Sam |
| Key passes / 90 | 2.11 | 2.03 | Sam |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 3.84 | — | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.56 | — | — |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.45 | 0.41 | Sam |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.28 | 0.26 | Sam |
| Pass accuracy % | 77.90 | 83.30 | Diogo |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Sam Larsson or Diogo Gonçalves?
Sam Larsson commands a higher market value (€5.0M vs €3.0M). Sam Larsson leads in assists / 90 and shots / 90. Diogo Gonçalves is stronger in goals / 90 and pass accuracy %. Overall, Sam Larsson holds the statistical edge across 5 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?
Sam Larsson has a market value of €5.0M, while Diogo Gonçalves is valued at €3.0M.