Players like Ondrej Karafiat
CB/LB1. FC Nürnberg · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitOndrej Karafiat's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ondrej Karafiat are Aiham Ousou, Nick Viergever, Miguel Nóbrega. Doppel rates Aiham Ousou (RC Sporting Charleroi) a 83/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Nick Viergever scores 84/100 at about €300k. Data as of July 2026.
About Ondrej Karafiat
Ondrej Karafiat is a goal-scoring centre-back known for his ability to contribute offensively, evidenced by his impressive non-penalty goals rate. Despite being rated in the bottom 44% of his positional peers, his durability stands out, with only three games missed in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability. While he may struggle in duels, his attacking threat from set pieces adds a valuable dimension to his play.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ondrej Karafiat
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aiham Ousousimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €2.8m | 93 | 83 |
| 2 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €300k | 91 | 84 |
| 3 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Rio Ave | 26 | €400k | 91 | 83 |
| 4 | David Zecsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 26 | €2.3m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Bryant Nielingsimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Martin Gjonesimilar↗ | HamKam | 21 | €700k | 90 | 84 |
| 7 | Pietro Ceccaronisimilar↗ | Palermo | 31 | €1.5m | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 89 | 86 |
| 10 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 89 | 85 |
| 11 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 88 | 85 |
| 12 | Luke Thomassimilar↗ | Leicester City | 25 | €5.4m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ondrej Karafiat
≈ 100% Ondrej Karafiat · strong: Accurate long balls, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Shots /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Ondrej Karafiat · strong: Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Ondrej Karafiat · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate long balls · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Ondrej Karafiat?
By Doppel's fit score, Aiham Ousou (RC Sporting Charleroi) is the closest profile to Ondrej Karafiat, with a 83/100 overall match. Nick Viergever and Miguel Nóbrega are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ondrej Karafiat?
Yes. Nick Viergever (FC Utrecht) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ondrej Karafiat?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ondrej Karafiat's 2024/25 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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