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Sarreguemines· 2017/2018 · Super Lig · FULL

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Physical Stopper

1.86Tkl/90

0.57KP/90

Based on 2,366 min · 2017/2018 · Super Lig · FULL

Ranked by AI DNA similarity — playing style, pressing, and tactical fit. Below: the closest replacements with per-90 stats and form.

DNA matchPrioritizes Super Lig & top-tier peers

Top 3 alternatives to Tiago Lopes

Allan Godói85% match
Göztepe · Super Lig
Sergey Politevich84% match
Torpedo BelAZ · Super Lig
Danilo Soares87% match
Nürnberg · Bundesliga

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InterceptionsTop 22%

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Playing Style Analysis

Physical Stopper

Tiago Jorge Oliveira Lopes is a Physical Stopper. Aggressive defender who wins aerial and ground duels. Statistically, he stands out as active in the tackle (1.9 tackles/90) and reads the game exceptionally (1.6 interceptions/90). The three closest DNA matches to Tiago Lopes:

Allan Godói(85% match) — A Physical Stopper. Statistically, he stands out as active in the tackle (1.8 tackles/90), commanding in the air (6.7 clearances/90), reads the game exceptionally (1.6 interceptions/90), wins the physical battle (64% duel success) and active off the ball (2.4 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Sergey Politevich(84% match) — A Physical Stopper. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (5.8 clearances/90), reads the game exceptionally (2.0 interceptions/90) and wins the physical battle (61% duel success).
Danilo Soares(87% match) — A Physical Stopper. Statistically, he stands out as an aggressive ball-winner (3.6 tackles/90), reads the game exceptionally (1.5 interceptions/90), wins the physical battle (58% duel success) and top 10% tackler in the league.

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Similar Players — Ranked by DNA Similarity

Göztepe · Super Lig

Physical StopperAerialSteady form

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85% match

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the best alternatives to Tiago Lopes?▼

The top alternatives to Tiago Lopes based on AI DNA playing style analysis include: Allan Godói, Sergey Politevich, Danilo Soares, Frederik Jäkel, Jonas David. These players were matched using Rising Transfers' 768-dimension DNA model across playing style, pressing intensity, and tactical fit — not just position or market value.

Which players are similar to Tiago Lopes in 2026?▼

Players with a similar profile to Tiago Lopes in 2026 include Allan Godói (N/A), Sergey Politevich (N/A), Danilo Soares (N/A). For a deeper DNA-level comparison including playing style, physical attributes, and tactical fit, ask Rising Transfers' AI directly.

What position does Tiago Lopes play and who plays similarly?▼

Tiago Lopes plays as a Defender. Players with a comparable positional profile include Allan Godói (Brazil, N/A); Sergey Politevich (Belarus, N/A); Danilo Soares (Brazil, N/A); Frederik Jäkel (Germany, N/A).

How does Rising Transfers find similar players?▼

Rising Transfers uses a proprietary 768-dimension Player DNA model trained on 3.2 million match events. Each player is represented as a vector across 35+ per-90 metrics including pressing intensity, passing footprint, dribbling profile, and defensive contribution. Similarity is measured using cosine distance — the same technique used in state-of-the-art AI systems — making it the most precise player comparison tool available publicly.

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