Players like Tiago Esgaio
RBFC Arouca · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitTiago Esgaio's profile ↗
The players most similar to Tiago Esgaio are Tristan Crama, Kristoffer Ajer, David Hrnčár. Doppel rates Tristan Crama (Millwall) a 84/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, David Hrnčár scores 88/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Tiago Esgaio is a dynamic right-back known for his goal-scoring ability and aerial prowess. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 31% of his positional peers, he excels in winning aerial duels and contributes significantly in attack, boasting impressive non-penalty goals and assist metrics. While his tackling and interceptions could improve, his durability is a strong asset, missing only 10 games over the last three seasons, making him a reliable presence in defense and a valuable asset going forward.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 10 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Tiago Esgaio
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tristan Cramasimilar↗ | Millwall | 25 | €12m | 91 | 84 |
| 2 | Kristoffer Ajersimilar↗ | Brentford | 28 | €24m | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | David Hrnčársimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €500k | 90 | 88 |
| 4 | Puma Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Vasco da Gama | 29 | €1.5m | 90 | 83 |
| 5 | James Breesimilar↗ | Southampton | 29 | €2.6m | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Giovanni Di Lorenzosimilar↗ | SSC Napoli | 33 | €6.8m | 90 | 81 |
| 7 | Héctor Bellerínsimilar↗ | Real Betis | 31 | €2.5m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Lasse Rosenboomsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 24 | €1.3m | 88 | 83 |
| 10 | Marnon Buschsimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 32 | €1.1m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Silvan Widmersimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €700k | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Rasmus Kristensensimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 29 | €11m | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Tiago Esgaio
≈ 100% Tiago Esgaio · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Tiago Esgaio · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Tiago Esgaio · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Tiago Esgaio?
Statistically, Tristan Crama (Millwall) is the closest look-alike to Tiago Esgaio — a 84/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Tiago Esgaio?
By Doppel's fit score, Tristan Crama (Millwall) is the closest profile to Tiago Esgaio, with a 84/100 overall match. Kristoffer Ajer and David Hrnčár are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Tiago Esgaio?
Yes. David Hrnčár (FCV Dender) plays a similar right back role and rates 88/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Tiago Esgaio?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Tiago Esgaio's 2025/26 season, then ranks right backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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