Players like João Victor
CBVasco da Gama · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoão Victor's profile ↗
The players most similar to João Victor are Dan Zagadou, Malick Thiaw, Matthew Pollock. Doppel rates Dan Zagadou (VfB Stuttgart) a 86/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Andrea Tiritiello scores 86/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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João Victor is a reliable ball-playing centre-back who excels in defensive distribution and finishing for his position. With a Sofascore rating in the top 28% of his peers, he showcases his ability to deliver accurate long balls while also contributing offensively with a goal and an assist this season. His impressive durability, having missed no games in the last three seasons, underscores his reliability on the pitch, making him a valuable asset for Vasco da Gama.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to João Victor
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 94 | 86 |
| 2 | Malick Thiawsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €41m | 91 | 84 |
| 3 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 91 | 83 |
| 4 | Gustaf Lagerbielkesimilar↗ | Sporting Braga | 26 | €10m | 90 | 83 |
| 5 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Norwich City | 27 | €4.4m | 90 | 86 |
| 6 | Justin De Haassimilar↗ | Valencia | 26 | €7.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Anselmo Garcia McNultysimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 23 | €1.4m | 89 | 85 |
| 8 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 89 | 86 |
| 9 | Liam Kitchingsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 89 | 85 |
| 10 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 89 | 85 |
| 11 | Lewis Dunksimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €3.6m | 89 | 84 |
| 12 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 89 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match João Victor
≈ 100% João Victor · strong: Aerial duels won %, Touches · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Touches /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% João Victor · strong: xG + xA, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% João Victor · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to João Victor?
Statistically, Dan Zagadou (VfB Stuttgart) is the closest look-alike to João Victor — a 86/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for João Victor?
By Doppel's fit score, Dan Zagadou (VfB Stuttgart) is the closest profile to João Victor, with a 86/100 overall match. Malick Thiaw and Matthew Pollock are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to João Victor?
Yes. Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) plays a similar centre back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to João Victor?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from João Victor's 2025 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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