Players like Benno Schmitz
RB1. FC Köln · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitBenno Schmitz's profile ↗
The players most similar to Benno Schmitz are Omar Haktab Traore, Oliver Braude, Álex Jiménez. Doppel rates Omar Haktab Traore (1. FC Heidenheim) a 83/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Cherrion Valerius scores 84/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Benno Schmitz is a reliable, possession-oriented right-back who excels in delivering accurate final-third passes and crosses, making him a valuable asset in build-up play. Despite being rated in the bottom 22% of his positional peers, his durability shines through with just 16 games missed over the last three seasons. While he may not create big chances or dominate aerial duels, his ability to contribute to attacking phases through touches and accurate deliveries sets him apart in a more defensive role.
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes, Touches, Accurate crosses. Availability: 16 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Benno Schmitz
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Omar Haktab Traoresimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 28 | €1.9m | 93 | 83 |
| 2 | Oliver Braudesimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €4.9m | 91 | 87 |
| 3 | Álex Jiménezsimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 21 | €20m | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Mithat Palasimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 26 | €2.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 5 | Cherrion Valeriussimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 21 | €600k | 89 | 84 |
| 6 | Robert-Jan Vanwesemaelsimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €3.2m | 88 | 83 |
| 7 | Juanlu Sánchezsimilar↗ | Sevilla | 23 | €9.7m | 88 | 82 |
| 8 | Ethan Galbraithsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 25 | €2.6m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Matisse Samoisesimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 25 | €2.4m | 87 | 82 |
| 10 | Malo Gustosimilar↗ | Chelsea | 23 | €36m | 87 | 81 |
| 11 | Dinis Pintosimilar↗ | Moreirense | 26 | €3.3m | 87 | 81 |
| 12 | Tiago Mansosimilar↗ | Tondela | 27 | €1.0m | 87 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Benno Schmitz
≈ 100% Benno Schmitz · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Benno Schmitz · strong: Accurate long balls, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, xG + xA /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Benno Schmitz · strong: Successful dribbles, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Benno Schmitz?
Statistically, Omar Haktab Traore (1. FC Heidenheim) is the closest look-alike to Benno Schmitz — a 83/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Benno Schmitz?
By Doppel's fit score, Omar Haktab Traore (1. FC Heidenheim) is the closest profile to Benno Schmitz, with a 83/100 overall match. Oliver Braude and Álex Jiménez are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Benno Schmitz?
Yes. Cherrion Valerius (NAC Breda) plays a similar right back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Benno Schmitz?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Benno Schmitz's 2023/24 season, then ranks right backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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