Players like Shogo Taniguchi
CBSint-Truidense VV · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitShogo Taniguchi's profile ↗
The players most similar to Shogo Taniguchi are Matthew Pollock, Leo Greiml, Mike Van der Hoorn. Doppel rates Matthew Pollock (Watford) a 83/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Leo Greiml scores 83/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Shogo Taniguchi is a positional ball-playing centre-back known for his defensive prowess and ability to initiate attacks from the back. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 32% of his peers, he excels in clearances and accurate long balls, making him a reliable presence in both defending and transitioning play. Although he has faced some injury challenges, his durability in this season with 38 appearances showcases his resilience and importance to Sint-Truidense VV.
Strengths: Clearances, Accurate long balls, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: 27 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Shogo Taniguchi
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 91 | 83 |
| 2 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 91 | 83 |
| 3 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Taylor Harwood-Bellissimilar↗ | Southampton | 24 | €22m | 90 | 83 |
| 5 | Clément Lengletsimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 31 | €4.2m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Albian Hajdarisimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 23 | €24m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Dean Huijsensimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 21 | €66m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Aiham Ousousimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €2.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Maximilian Wöbersimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 28 | €2.7m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | André Ramalhosimilar↗ | Corinthians | 34 | €800k | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 88 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Shogo Taniguchi
≈ 100% Shogo Taniguchi · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Shogo Taniguchi · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Shogo Taniguchi · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Shogo Taniguchi?
Statistically, Matthew Pollock (Watford) is the closest look-alike to Shogo Taniguchi — a 83/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Shogo Taniguchi?
By Doppel's fit score, Matthew Pollock (Watford) is the closest profile to Shogo Taniguchi, with a 83/100 overall match. Leo Greiml and Mike Van der Hoorn are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Shogo Taniguchi?
Yes. Leo Greiml (NAC Breda) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Shogo Taniguchi?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Shogo Taniguchi's 2025/26 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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