Players like Rafael Thyere
CBChapecoense · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitRafael Thyere's profile ↗
Rafael Thyere is a centre-back for Chapecoense in the BRA-Serie A, with 24 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025 season. Players similar to Thyere include Mathis Magnin from Rodez AF, who has a fit score of 81/100, and João Victor of Mirassol, with a fit score of 80/100. Both players offer comparable defensive capabilities and playing styles.
About Rafael Thyere
Rafael Thyere is a positional ball-playing centre-back with a solid ability to clear danger, ranking in the top 27% for clearances per 90 minutes. Despite missing a significant number of games due to injury over the past three seasons, he remains a reliable presence when fit, showcasing experience and composure on the ball. While his duels and dribbling metrics are less impressive, Thyere's defensive acumen makes him a valuable asset in stabilizing the backline.
Strengths: Clearances. Availability: 49 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rafael Thyere
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mathis Magninsimilar↗ | Rodez AF | 25 | €1.6m | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | João Victorsimilar↗ | Mirassol | 29 | €1.5m | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Bojan Kovačevićsimilar↗ | Cádiz | 22 | €1.0m | 92 | 81 |
| 4 | Filippo Sgarbisimilar↗ | Padova | 29 | €600k | 92 | 81 |
| 5 | Adrien Pinotsimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 25 | €500k | 92 | 80 |
| 6 | Arda Kızıldağsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 28 | €800k | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Thomas Kellersimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 27 | €1.3m | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Jannis Heuersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 27 | €900k | 88 | 83 |
| 9 | Henrik Sælebakke Falchenersimilar↗ | Viking FK | 23 | €6.4m | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Paulo Oliveirasimilar↗ | Sporting Braga | 34 | €400k | 88 | 80 |
| 11 | Nehemiah Fernandezsimilar↗ | Nancy | 22 | €1.0m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Gustavo Martinssimilar↗ | Grêmio | 24 | €4.1m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rafael Thyere
≈ 100% Rafael Thyere · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
≈ 100% Rafael Thyere · strong: Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Rafael Thyere · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Rafael Thyere?
By Doppel's fit score, Mathis Magnin (Rodez AF) is the closest profile to Rafael Thyere, with a 81/100 overall match. João Victor and Bojan Kovačević are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rafael Thyere?
Yes. Adrien Pinot (US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale) plays a similar centre back role and rates 80/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rafael Thyere?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rafael Thyere'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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