Players like Azor Matusiwa
CM/CDMIpswich Town · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAzor Matusiwa's profile ↗
The players most similar to Azor Matusiwa are Nacho Martín, Marcus Lindberg, Beñat Gerenabarrena. Doppel rates Nacho Martín (Sporting Gijón) a 80/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Peru Nolaskoain scores 77/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Azor Matusiwa is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in breaking up play and winning aerial duels, evident from his top 21% ranking in tackles and interceptions. With a Sofascore rating in the top 17% of his peers, he showcases elite quality and reliability, having missed only one game in the last three seasons. While his offensive contributions are modest, his primary role in shielding the defense and disrupting opposition attacks makes him an invaluable asset in midfield.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Tackles + interceptions, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Azor Matusiwa
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nacho Martínsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 24 | €1.0m | 94 | 80 |
| 2 | Marcus Lindbergsimilar↗ | IK Sirius | 26 | €1.0m | 93 | 80 |
| 3 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 92 | 82 |
| 4 | Silas Andersensimilar↗ | BK Häcken | 22 | €7.2m | 91 | 77 |
| 5 | Yannick Engelhardtsimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 25 | €6.5m | 91 | 77 |
| 6 | Silas Gnakasimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 28 | €900k | 90 | 78 |
| 7 | Giovanni Haagsimilar↗ | Lion City Sailors | 26 | €1.9m | 90 | 78 |
| 8 | Peru Nolaskoainsimilar↗ | Eibar | 28 | €800k | 90 | 77 |
| 9 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 89 | 78 |
| 10 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 89 | 77 |
| 11 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 25 | €1.6m | 89 | 78 |
| 12 | Unai Vencedorsimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €1.5m | 88 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Azor Matusiwa
≈ 100% Azor Matusiwa · strong: Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Azor Matusiwa · strong: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Azor Matusiwa · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Azor Matusiwa?
Statistically, Nacho Martín (Sporting Gijón) is the closest look-alike to Azor Matusiwa — a 80/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Azor Matusiwa?
By Doppel's fit score, Nacho Martín (Sporting Gijón) is the closest profile to Azor Matusiwa, with a 80/100 overall match. Marcus Lindberg and Beñat Gerenabarrena are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Azor Matusiwa?
Yes. Peru Nolaskoain (Eibar) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 77/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Azor Matusiwa?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Azor Matusiwa's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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