Players like Francesco Folino
CBCremonese · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFrancesco Folino's profile ↗
The players most similar to Francesco Folino are Adrien Pinot, Matej Maglica, Nathaniel Phillips. Doppel rates Adrien Pinot (US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale) a 77/100 overall match — 86/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Andrea Tiritiello scores 83/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Francesco Folino is a goal-scoring centre-back known for his ability to contribute offensively, evidenced by his impressive tally of non-penalty goals. With a Sofascore rating in the top 40% of his positional peers, he showcases solid overall quality and durability, missing only four games in the last three seasons. While he may not excel in defensive metrics like tackles and interceptions, his attacking threat from set pieces and in open play makes him a valuable asset in both boxes.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Francesco Folino
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adrien Pinotsimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 25 | €500k | 86 | 77 |
| 2 | Matej Maglicasimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 28 | €1.1m | 86 | 79 |
| 3 | Nathaniel Phillipssimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 29 | €2.4m | 85 | 77 |
| 4 | Virgil van Dijksimilar↗ | Liverpool FC | 35 | €16m | 83 | 78 |
| 5 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 83 | 83 |
| 6 | Henrik Sælebakke Falchenersimilar↗ | Viking FK | 23 | €6.4m | 83 | 79 |
| 7 | Leo Østigårdsimilar↗ | Genoa | 27 | €14m | 82 | 78 |
| 8 | Radu Drăguşinsimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 24 | €15m | 82 | 78 |
| 9 | Arda Kızıldağsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 28 | €800k | 82 | 77 |
| 10 | Thomas Kellersimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 27 | €1.3m | 82 | 78 |
| 11 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 33 | €600k | 81 | 78 |
| 12 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 81 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Francesco Folino
≈ 100% Francesco Folino · medium reliability
≈ 100% Francesco Folino · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Francesco Folino · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Francesco Folino?
Statistically, Adrien Pinot (US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale) is the closest look-alike to Francesco Folino — a 77/100 profile match (86/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Francesco Folino?
By Doppel's fit score, Adrien Pinot (US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale) is the closest profile to Francesco Folino, with a 77/100 overall match. Matej Maglica and Nathaniel Phillips are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Francesco Folino?
Yes. Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Francesco Folino?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Francesco Folino's 2025/26 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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