Players like Nuno Da Costa
STBaşakşehir FK · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNuno Da Costa's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nuno Da Costa are Álvaro Rodriguez, Morgan Guilavogui, Adam Hložek. Doppel rates Álvaro Rodriguez (Elche) a 85/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Denis Drăguş scores 81/100 at about €1.9m. Data as of October 2026.
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Nuno Da Costa is a dynamic striker known for his ability to press and win possession in the attacking third, making him a constant threat. With a Sofascore rating in the top 9% of his peers, he combines goal-scoring prowess—13 goals in 29 appearances—with impressive dribbling and dueling skills. While not a primary creator, his durability is evident, missing only 16 games over the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Possession won in att. third, Successful dribbles. Availability: 16 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nuno Da Costa
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Álvaro Rodriguezsimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €9.1m | 93 | 85 |
| 2 | Morgan Guilavoguisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 28 | €4.1m | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Adam Hložeksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 24 | €10m | 92 | 79 |
| 4 | Federico Viñassimilar↗ | Real Oviedo | 28 | €3.6m | 91 | 81 |
| 5 | Denis Drăguşsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 27 | €1.9m | 91 | 81 |
| 6 | João Pedrosimilar↗ | Chelsea | 25 | €74m | 91 | 81 |
| 7 | Iván Romerosimilar↗ | Levante UD | 25 | €7.4m | 91 | 81 |
| 8 | Gerard Morenosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 34 | €2.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Evann Guessandsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 25 | €24m | 90 | 81 |
| 10 | Kevin Schadesimilar↗ | Brentford | 25 | €36m | 90 | 80 |
| 11 | Nicolas Pépésimilar↗ | Villarreal | 31 | €6.6m | 89 | 81 |
| 12 | Raúl Jiménezsimilar↗ | Fulham | 35 | €3.2m | 89 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nuno Da Costa
≈ 100% Nuno Da Costa · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Nuno Da Costa · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Nuno Da Costa · strong: Successful dribbles, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Big chances created /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Nuno Da Costa?
Statistically, Álvaro Rodriguez (Elche) is the closest look-alike to Nuno Da Costa — a 85/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Nuno Da Costa?
By Doppel's fit score, Álvaro Rodriguez (Elche) is the closest profile to Nuno Da Costa, with a 85/100 overall match. Morgan Guilavogui and Adam Hložek are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nuno Da Costa?
Yes. Denis Drăguş (Gaziantep FK) plays a similar striker role and rates 81/100 at roughly €1.9m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nuno Da Costa?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nuno Da Costa's 2025/26 season, then ranks strikers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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