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Tijn Smolenaars vs Julián Cuesta

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

Data Verdict

Tijn Smolenaars leads in saves / 90 and pass accuracy %. Julián Cuesta is stronger in goals conceded / 90. The two players are closely matched across most statistical dimensions.

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Player A

Tijn Smolenaars

Goalkeeper
Netherlands
N/A
21 years old
Commanding Keeper
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Player B

Julián Cuesta

Goalkeeper
Spain
N/A
35 years old
Traditional Keeper
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Playing Style Profiles

Tijn Smolenaars

A Commanding Keeper. Statistically, he stands out as dominant in aerial duels (89% success), exceptionally busy shot-stopper (4.1 saves/90) and commands the box with authority (1.2 punches/90).

Julián Cuesta

A Traditional Keeper. Statistically, he stands out as dominant in aerial duels (86% success) and exceptionally busy shot-stopper (4.1 saves/90).

Per-90 Statistics Comparison

MetricTijn SmolenaarsJulián CuestaEdge
Saves / 905.204.11Tijn
Goals conceded / 902.201.74Julián
Pass accuracy %67.3055.70Tijn

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the better player — Tijn Smolenaars or Julián Cuesta?

Tijn Smolenaars leads in saves / 90 and pass accuracy %. Julián Cuesta is stronger in goals conceded / 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?

Tijn Smolenaars has a market value of N/A, while Julián Cuesta is valued at N/A.

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