Players like Antônio Carlos
CBSport Recife · 2024 · ranked by tactical + market fitAntônio Carlos's profile ↗
Antônio Carlos is a centre-back for Sport Recife in the Brazilian Serie A, with 13 appearances and 1080 minutes played in 2024. Players similar to Antônio Carlos include Casper Widell from Excelsior, and Jake Cooper from Millwall, both showing a fit score of 83/100, as well as Matthew Pollock from Watford with a fit score of 80/100. These players exhibit comparable roles and statistical profiles.
About Antônio Carlos
Antônio Carlos is a commanding aerial centre-back, excelling in defensive duels and showcasing impressive long-pass accuracy. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 18% of his peers, he demonstrates elite qualities in the air, winning aerial duels at a remarkable rate. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable presence in defence. While his contributions in the attacking third may be limited, his defensive prowess firmly establishes him as a key figure in Sport Recife's backline.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won %, Accurate long balls. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Antônio Carlos
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 86 | 83 |
| 2 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 86 | 83 |
| 3 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 86 | 80 |
| 4 | Husniddin Aliqulovsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 27 | €1.2m | 86 | 79 |
| 5 | Matej Maglicasimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 28 | €1.1m | 86 | 79 |
| 6 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 84 | 79 |
| 7 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 84 | 79 |
| 8 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 83 | 82 |
| 9 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 83 | 79 |
| 10 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 83 | 80 |
| 11 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 82 | 79 |
| 12 | Liam Kitchingsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 82 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Antônio Carlos
≈ 100% Antônio Carlos · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Antônio Carlos · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Antônio Carlos · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Antônio Carlos?
By Doppel's fit score, Casper Widell (Excelsior) is the closest profile to Antônio Carlos, with a 83/100 overall match. Jake Cooper and Matthew Pollock are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Antônio Carlos?
Yes. Mike Van der Hoorn (FC Utrecht) plays a similar centre back role and rates 79/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Antônio Carlos?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Antônio Carlos's 2024 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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