Players like Clinton Mata
CBOlympique Lyonnais · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitClinton Mata's profile ↗
The players most similar to Clinton Mata are Lucas Noubi, Nikolai Soyset Hopland, Emmanuel Kakou. Doppel rates Lucas Noubi (Deportivo de A Coruña) a 78/100 overall match — 88/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rio Hillen scores 79/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Clinton Mata is a composed ball-playing centre-back, showcasing his ability to control the game from the back with impressive touches per 90 minutes, placing him in the top 16% of his peers. With a solid Sofascore rating, he ranks among the top 35% of defenders, highlighting his overall quality and reliability—missing only seven games in the last three seasons. While not known for offensive contributions, his accurate crossing ability provides an extra dimension to his defensive play, making him a valuable asset in build-up situations.
Strengths: Touches, Accurate crosses. Availability: 7 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Clinton Mata
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lucas Noubisimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 21 | €1.5m | 88 | 78 |
| 2 | Nikolai Soyset Hoplandsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €1.6m | 84 | 79 |
| 3 | Emmanuel Kakousimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €2.2m | 83 | 80 |
| 4 | Antoine Mendysimilar↗ | Nice | 22 | €9.7m | 83 | 79 |
| 5 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 20 | €6.2m | 82 | 80 |
| 6 | Axel Disasisimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 28 | €16m | 82 | 78 |
| 7 | Abdelhamid Ait Boudlalsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 20 | €13m | 81 | 79 |
| 8 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 81 | 79 |
| 9 | George Campbellsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 25 | €1.8m | 80 | 80 |
| 10 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 79 | 78 |
| 11 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 79 | 78 |
| 12 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 79 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Clinton Mata
≈ 100% Clinton Mata · strong: Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Clinton Mata · strong: Successful dribbles, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Clinton Mata · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Clinton Mata?
Statistically, Lucas Noubi (Deportivo de A Coruña) is the closest look-alike to Clinton Mata — a 78/100 profile match (88/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Clinton Mata?
By Doppel's fit score, Lucas Noubi (Deportivo de A Coruña) is the closest profile to Clinton Mata, with a 78/100 overall match. Nikolai Soyset Hopland and Emmanuel Kakou are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Clinton Mata?
Yes. Rio Hillen (NAC Breda) plays a similar centre back role and rates 79/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Clinton Mata?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Clinton Mata's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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