Players like Benedikt Pichler
STHannover 96 · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitBenedikt Pichler's profile ↗
Benedikt Pichler is a striker for Hannover 96 in the 2. Bundesliga, with 19 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 3 goals and 1 assist over 800 minutes. Players similar to Pichler include Makhtar Gueye from RWDM Brussels, who has a fit score of 83/100, and Nacho Ferri from KVC Westerlo, also with a fit score of 83/100. These players offer comparable roles and statistical profiles within their leagues.
About Benedikt Pichler
Benedikt Pichler is a powerful aerial threat and a classic target man, excelling in duels and converting chances with impressive efficiency. With a Sofascore rating in the top 24% of his peers, he demonstrates a knack for finding the net, netting 8 goals in just 22 appearances this season. While he may struggle with creating chances and precise passes in the final third, his ability to dominate aerial battles and score makes him a valuable asset. However, his durability is a concern, having missed significant time over the last few seasons.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Duels won, Aerial duels won. Availability: 28 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Benedikt Pichler
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Makhtar Gueyesimilar↗ | RWDM Brussels | 29 | €1.8m | 93 | 83 |
| 2 | Nacho Ferrisimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 22 | €6.6m | 91 | 83 |
| 3 | Cyle Larinsimilar↗ | Mallorca | 31 | €2.6m | 91 | 80 |
| 4 | Aaron Biboutsimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 22 | €3.6m | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Issa Soumarésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 26 | €8.4m | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Tolu Arokodaresimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 26 | €18m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Thijs Dallingasimilar↗ | Toulouse | 26 | €9.8m | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Blaž Kramersimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 30 | €900k | 89 | 80 |
| 9 | Akor Adamssimilar↗ | Montpellier | 26 | €15m | 89 | 80 |
| 10 | Roberto Fernándezsimilar↗ | Espanyol | 24 | €10m | 88 | 80 |
| 11 | Erling Haalandsimilar↗ | Manchester City | 26 | €218m | 88 | 80 |
| 12 | Pape Moussa Fallsimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 22 | €3.7m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Benedikt Pichler
≈ 100% Benedikt Pichler · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Benedikt Pichler · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Benedikt Pichler · strong: Duels won, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Benedikt Pichler?
By Doppel's fit score, Makhtar Gueye (RWDM Brussels) is the closest profile to Benedikt Pichler, with a 83/100 overall match. Nacho Ferri and Cyle Larin are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Benedikt Pichler?
Yes. Blaž Kramer (Konyaspor) plays a similar striker role and rates 80/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Benedikt Pichler?
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