Players like Samukelo Kabini
LBMolde FK · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitSamukelo Kabini's profile ↗
The players most similar to Samukelo Kabini are Fredrik André Bjørkan, Arthur Zagre, Lucas Piton. Doppel rates Fredrik André Bjørkan (Bodø/Glimt) a 83/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Guilherme Haubert Sityá scores 82/100 at about €200k. Data as of August 2026.
About Samukelo Kabini
Samukelo Kabini is an elite ball-playing left-back, showcasing a top 2% Sofascore rating among his peers. His ability to contribute offensively is highlighted through three assists this season, reflecting his capacity to create chances, even if goal-scoring isn’t his forte. With remarkable durability, having missed no games in the last three seasons, Kabini stands out as a reliable defensive asset who can effectively support his team in both defense and attack.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Samukelo Kabini
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fredrik André Bjørkansimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 28 | €3.7m | 91 | 83 |
| 2 | Arthur Zagresimilar↗ | Excelsior | 25 | €1.8m | 91 | 85 |
| 3 | Lucas Pitonsimilar↗ | Vasco da Gama | 26 | €5.7m | 91 | 82 |
| 4 | Eric Bocatsimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 27 | €2.1m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Fabio Ferrarosimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 24 | €1.2m | 90 | 85 |
| 6 | Yusuf Özdemirsimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 25 | €3.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Guilherme Haubert Sityásimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 36 | €200k | 90 | 82 |
| 8 | Gianluca Frabottasimilar↗ | Cesena | 27 | €1.5m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Paulo Azzisimilar↗ | Monza | 32 | €700k | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Mats Rotssimilar↗ | FC Twente | 20 | €11m | 88 | 85 |
| 11 | Dimitrios Giannoulissimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 31 | €3.1m | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Nazinhosimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €6.6m | 88 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Samukelo Kabini
≈ 100% Samukelo Kabini · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Samukelo Kabini · strong: Successful dribbles, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Samukelo Kabini · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Samukelo Kabini?
By Doppel's fit score, Fredrik André Bjørkan (Bodø/Glimt) is the closest profile to Samukelo Kabini, with a 83/100 overall match. Arthur Zagre and Lucas Piton are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Samukelo Kabini?
Yes. Guilherme Haubert Sityá (Konyaspor) plays a similar left back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Samukelo Kabini?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Samukelo Kabini's 2026 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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