Players like Stian Kristiansen
CBLillestrøm SK · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitStian Kristiansen's profile ↗
Stian Kristiansen is a centre-back for Lillestrøm SK in the Eliteserien, aged 27, with 29 appearances in 2025. Players similar to Kristiansen include Chancel Mbemba from Olympique de Marseille, who has a fit score of 82/100, and Nikolai Soyset Hopland from SC Heerenveen, also with a fit score of 82/100. These players share a comparable role and statistical profile within their respective leagues.
About Stian Kristiansen
Stian Kristiansen is a ball-playing centre-back with a knack for accurate long passes, showcasing his ability to initiate attacks from deep. With a Sofascore rating in the top 16% of his peers, he stands out as a reliable and durable presence in defense, having missed no games in three seasons. While he may not excel in tackles and interceptions, his finishing ability adds an unexpected threat during set pieces, making him a valuable asset for Lillestrøm SK.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Stian Kristiansen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chancel Mbembasimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 32 | €1.8m | 89 | 82 |
| 2 | Nikolai Soyset Hoplandsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €1.6m | 89 | 82 |
| 3 | Wagner Leonardosimilar↗ | Vitória | 27 | €3.3m | 89 | 84 |
| 4 | Justin De Haassimilar↗ | Famalicão | 26 | €7.7m | 88 | 82 |
| 5 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 20 | €6.2m | 88 | 84 |
| 6 | Luka Vuškovićsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 19 | €64m | 88 | 82 |
| 7 | Gustaf Lagerbielkesimilar↗ | Sporting Braga | 26 | €10m | 87 | 81 |
| 8 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 27 | €4.4m | 87 | 84 |
| 9 | Ümit Akdağsimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 23 | €6.4m | 86 | 81 |
| 10 | Abubacarr Kintehsimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 20 | €6.5m | 86 | 82 |
| 11 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 86 | 81 |
| 12 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €300k | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Stian Kristiansen
≈ 100% Stian Kristiansen · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Stian Kristiansen · strong: Successful dribbles, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Stian Kristiansen · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Stian Kristiansen?
By Doppel's fit score, Chancel Mbemba (Olympique de Marseille) is the closest profile to Stian Kristiansen, with a 82/100 overall match. Nikolai Soyset Hopland and Wagner Leonardo are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Stian Kristiansen?
Yes. Nikolai Soyset Hopland (SC Heerenveen) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €1.6m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Stian Kristiansen?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Stian Kristiansen'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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