Players like Louis Mafouta
STGuingamp · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLouis Mafouta's profile ↗
The players most similar to Louis Mafouta are Frederik Ihler, Martijn Kaars, Matt Godden. Doppel rates Frederik Ihler (IF Elfsborg) a 78/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Matt Godden scores 78/100 at about €100k. Data as of July 2026.
About Louis Mafouta
Louis Mafouta is a clinical penalty-box poacher, adept at finding the back of the net with impressive efficiency, as evidenced by his 15 goals in 34 appearances this season. Ranking in the top 18% of his positional peers, his ability to convert chances makes him a vital asset for Guingamp. While he may not excel in creating opportunities or winning duels, his durability is a significant plus, having missed no games in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Sofascore rating. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Louis Mafouta
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Frederik Ihlersimilar↗ | IF Elfsborg | 23 | €1.2m | 93 | 78 |
| 2 | Martijn Kaarssimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 27 | €3.1m | 93 | 79 |
| 3 | Matt Goddensimilar↗ | Coventry City | 35 | €100k | 92 | 78 |
| 4 | Kevin Viverossimilar↗ | Athletico | 26 | €10m | 92 | 82 |
| 5 | Žan Vipotniksimilar↗ | Swansea City | 24 | €21m | 92 | 79 |
| 6 | Álex Foréssimilar↗ | Villarreal B U23 | 25 | €600k | 92 | 82 |
| 7 | Braian Romerosimilar↗ | Vélez Sarsfield | 35 | €300k | 91 | 81 |
| 8 | Mateusz Żukowskisimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 25 | €5.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Timothé Nkadasimilar↗ | Rodez AF | 27 | €1.8m | 90 | 78 |
| 10 | Antonio Raimondosimilar↗ | Frosinone | 22 | €4.1m | 90 | 78 |
| 11 | Emmanuel Emeghasimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 23 | €26m | 90 | 84 |
| 12 | Esteban Lepaulsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 26 | €32m | 89 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Louis Mafouta
≈ 100% Louis Mafouta · medium reliability
≈ 100% Louis Mafouta · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Louis Mafouta · medium reliability
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Louis Mafouta?
By Doppel's fit score, Frederik Ihler (IF Elfsborg) is the closest profile to Louis Mafouta, with a 78/100 overall match. Martijn Kaars and Matt Godden are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Louis Mafouta?
Yes. Matt Godden (Coventry City) plays a similar striker role and rates 78/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Louis Mafouta?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Louis Mafouta's 2025/26 season, then ranks strikers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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