Players like Igor Matanović
STKarlsruher SC · 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 September 2026.
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Igor Matanović is a dynamic striker known for his aerial prowess and competitive edge, excelling in duels and consistently finding the back of the net. With a Sofascore rating in the top 13% of his peers, he showcases elite finishing ability, scoring 14 goals in 32 appearances this season. His reliability on the pitch is notable, having missed only 18 games in the last three seasons, making him a durable asset for any attacking line.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Duels won, Sofascore rating. 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↗ | AFC Ajax | 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 | €28m | 91 | 83 |
| 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↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 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 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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