Steven Moreira vs Gonçalo Inácio
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Gonçalo Inácio commands a higher market value (€45.0M vs €1.2M). Steven Moreira leads in shots / 90 and key passes / 90. Gonçalo Inácio is stronger in goals / 90 and assists / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.
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Playing Style Profiles
Moreira is the quintessential modern "libero" masquerading as a center-back in Wilfried Nancy’s high-functioning Columbus system. While the data classifies him as a midfielder, his true value lies in his role as a primary ball-distributor from the deep half, evidenced by a massive 65.3 passes per 90 that places him in the league’s top 5%.
A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as meticulous in distribution (90% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (59% duel success), heavily involved in possession (88 passes/90), penetrates with forward passing (12.3 final-third passes/90), central to possession (99 touches/90), uses long balls frequently (9.0/90) and active off the ball (2.6 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | Steven Moreira | Gonçalo Inácio | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.07 | Gonçalo |
| Assists / 90 | 0.00 | 0.11 | Gonçalo |
| Shots / 90 | 0.88 | 0.41 | Steven |
| Key passes / 90 | 1.10 | 0.71 | Steven |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | — | 12.66 | — |
| Tackles won / 90 | — | 1.08 | — |
| Interceptions / 90 | 1.21 | 0.97 | Steven |
| Press intensity / 90 | 0.21 | 2.65 | Gonçalo |
| Pass accuracy % | 90.10 | 88.10 | Steven |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — Steven Moreira or Gonçalo Inácio?
Gonçalo Inácio commands a higher market value (€45.0M vs €1.2M). Steven Moreira leads in shots / 90 and key passes / 90. Gonçalo Inácio is stronger in goals / 90 and assists / 90. 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?
Steven Moreira has a market value of €1.2M, while Gonçalo Inácio is valued at €45.0M.