Players like Rafael Rodrigues
LBAVS - Futebol SAD · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitRafael Rodrigues's profile ↗
The players most similar to Rafael Rodrigues are Orest Lebedenko, Sam McCallum, Unax Agote. Doppel rates Orest Lebedenko (Vitória SC) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Unax Agote scores 79/100 at about €200k. Data as of November 2026.
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Rafael Rodrigues is a dynamic left-back known for his aggressive defensive style and ability to contribute offensively. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 25% of his peers, he excels in tackles and interceptions, ranking in the top 7%, demonstrating his tenacity and defensive awareness. While his passing in the final third could improve, he shows promise as a goal-scoring threat, evidenced by his finishing ability in the top 15%. Notably, his durability shines through with only eight games missed over three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals. Availability: 8 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rafael Rodrigues
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Orest Lebedenkosimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 28 | €600k | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Sam McCallumsimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 26 | €1.9m | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Unax Agotesimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 23 | €200k | 91 | 79 |
| 4 | Dennis Cirkinsimilar↗ | Sunderland | 24 | €5.6m | 90 | 80 |
| 5 | Cuiabanosimilar↗ | Vasco da Gama | 23 | €10m | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Yannick Leliendalsimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 24 | €1.1m | 89 | 79 |
| 7 | Aske Adelgaardsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 23 | €900k | 88 | 81 |
| 8 | Ryan Sessegnonsimilar↗ | Fulham | 26 | €21m | 88 | 80 |
| 9 | Harry Amasssimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 19 | €7.2m | 88 | 79 |
| 10 | Hennes Behrenssimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 21 | €5.2m | 86 | 80 |
| 11 | Oumar Soletsimilar↗ | Udinese | 26 | €22m | 86 | 79 |
| 12 | Christopher Operisimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 29 | €3.7m | 85 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rafael Rodrigues
≈ 100% Rafael Rodrigues · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Shots /90
≈ 100% Rafael Rodrigues · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Rafael Rodrigues · strong: Duels won, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Rafael Rodrigues?
Statistically, Orest Lebedenko (Vitória SC) is the closest look-alike to Rafael Rodrigues — a 82/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Rafael Rodrigues?
By Doppel's fit score, Orest Lebedenko (Vitória SC) is the closest profile to Rafael Rodrigues, with a 82/100 overall match. Sam McCallum and Unax Agote are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rafael Rodrigues?
Yes. Unax Agote (Real Sociedad B) plays a similar left back role and rates 79/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rafael Rodrigues?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rafael Rodrigues's 2024/25 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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