Players like Rodrigo Abascal
CBVitória SC · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRodrigo Abascal's profile ↗
Rodrigo Abascal is a centre-back for Vitória SC in the Primeira Liga. In the 2025/26 season, he made 27 appearances, scoring 1 goal and providing 2 assists over 2279 minutes. Players similar to Abascal include Ross Sykes from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise with a fit score of 88/100, and Jeffrey Gouweleeuw from FC Augsburg with a fit score of 85/100, both showcasing comparable defensive capabilities.
About Rodrigo Abascal
Rodrigo Abascal is a ball-playing centre-back with a knack for initiating attacks from the back. His elite long passing and crossing accuracy, coupled with impressive key passes, highlight his ability to contribute effectively to build-up play, even as he navigates a competitive league environment. While he may struggle in aerial duels, his durability shines through with only five missed games in three seasons, marking him as a reliable presence in defence.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses, Key passes. Availability: 5 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rodrigo Abascal
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 91 | 88 |
| 2 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 91 | 85 |
| 3 | Ümit Akdağsimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 23 | €6.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 90 | 87 |
| 5 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 90 | 88 |
| 6 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 90 | 87 |
| 7 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 90 | 84 |
| 8 | Taha Altıkardeşsimilar↗ | Göztepe | 23 | €4.1m | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 20 | €6.2m | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Eric Smithsimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 29 | €5.3m | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | André Ramalhosimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 34 | €800k | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Rio Ave | 26 | €400k | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rodrigo Abascal
≈ 100% Rodrigo Abascal · strong: Shots, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Rodrigo Abascal · strong: Accurate long balls, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Rodrigo Abascal · strong: Successful dribbles, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Rodrigo Abascal?
By Doppel's fit score, Ross Sykes (Royale Union Saint-Gilloise) is the closest profile to Rodrigo Abascal, with a 88/100 overall match. Jeffrey Gouweleeuw and Ümit Akdağ are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rodrigo Abascal?
Yes. Jeffrey Gouweleeuw (FC Augsburg) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rodrigo Abascal?
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