Players like Igor Matanović
STSC Freiburg · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIgor Matanović's profile ↗
The players most similar to Igor Matanović are Richarlison, Kai Havertz, João Pedro. Doppel rates Richarlison (Tottenham Hotspur) a 80/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Raúl Jiménez scores 82/100 at about €3.2m. Data as of October 2026.
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Igor Matanović is a potent goal-scoring striker, thriving as a dynamic finisher with a knack for aerial duels. His remarkable performance places him in the top 1% of his positional peers, showcasing his ability to convert chances with 14 goals in 32 appearances this season. While not primarily focused on crossing or defensive contributions, his reliability on the pitch is underscored by his minimal absences over the last three years, making him a valuable asset for Freiburg's attacking line.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won, Duels won. Availability: 18 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Igor Matanović
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Richarlisonsimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 29 | €24m | 94 | 80 |
| 2 | Kai Havertzsimilar↗ | Arsenal | 27 | €53m | 94 | 83 |
| 3 | João Pedrosimilar↗ | Chelsea | 25 | €74m | 93 | 83 |
| 4 | Chuba Akpomsimilar↗ | Ipswich Town | 31 | €3.4m | 93 | 82 |
| 5 | Raúl Jiménezsimilar↗ | Fulham | 35 | €3.2m | 92 | 82 |
| 6 | Toni Martínezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 29 | €7.3m | 91 | 80 |
| 7 | Gonçalo Ramossimilar↗ | AC Milan | 25 | €46m | 91 | 82 |
| 8 | Igor Thiagosimilar↗ | Brentford | 25 | €68m | 91 | 82 |
| 9 | Lukas Nmechasimilar↗ | Leeds United | 28 | €9.1m | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Álvaro Rodriguezsimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €9.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Ricky van Wolfswinkelsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 37 | €200k | 90 | 81 |
| 12 | Vangelis Pavlidissimilar↗ | Benfica | 28 | €30m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Igor Matanović
≈ 100% Igor Matanović · strong: Clearances, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Igor Matanović · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Igor Matanović · strong: Duels won, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Touches /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Igor Matanović?
Statistically, Richarlison (Tottenham Hotspur) is the closest look-alike to Igor Matanović — a 80/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Igor Matanović?
By Doppel's fit score, Richarlison (Tottenham Hotspur) is the closest profile to Igor Matanović, with a 80/100 overall match. Kai Havertz and João Pedro are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Igor Matanović?
Yes. Raúl Jiménez (Fulham) plays a similar striker role and rates 82/100 at roughly €3.2m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Igor Matanović?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Igor Matanović'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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