Players like Craig Dawson
CBWolverhampton · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitCraig Dawson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Craig Dawson are Timo Hübers, Ze Vitor, Casper Widell. Doppel rates Timo Hübers (1. FC Köln) a 83/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Timo Hübers scores 83/100 at about €1.4m. Data as of October 2026.
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Craig Dawson is a reliable, ball-playing centre-back known for his exceptional ability to distribute accurate long balls and dominate aerial duels. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 30% of his peers, he showcases his quality through impactful clearances and an impressive goal threat from set pieces. His durability is a plus, missing only 11 games over the last three seasons, making him a dependable presence in defense.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Aerial duels won, Shots. Availability: 11 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Craig Dawson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 2 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 90 | 85 |
| 4 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 89 | 83 |
| 5 | Jaydee Canvotsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 20 | €25m | 89 | 81 |
| 6 | Ryan Flamingosimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 24 | €15m | 89 | 81 |
| 7 | Pascal Struijksimilar↗ | Leeds United | 27 | €23m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Chris Richardssimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 26 | €25m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Alejandro Catenasimilar↗ | Osasuna | 32 | €2.7m | 88 | 81 |
| 10 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 88 | 83 |
| 11 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 88 | 86 |
| 12 | Malick Thiawsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €41m | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Craig Dawson
≈ 100% Craig Dawson · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Craig Dawson · strong: Shots, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Craig Dawson · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Craig Dawson?
Statistically, Timo Hübers (1. FC Köln) is the closest look-alike to Craig Dawson — a 83/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Craig Dawson?
By Doppel's fit score, Timo Hübers (1. FC Köln) is the closest profile to Craig Dawson, with a 83/100 overall match. Ze Vitor and Casper Widell are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Craig Dawson?
Yes. Timo Hübers (1. FC Köln) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €1.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Craig Dawson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Craig Dawson'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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