Players like Matthew Pollock
CB/RBWatford · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMatthew Pollock's profile ↗
The players most similar to Matthew Pollock are Juhani Pikkarainen, Casper Widell, Daan Dierckx. Doppel rates Juhani Pikkarainen (Degerfors IF) a 81/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Andrea Tiritiello scores 86/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Matthew Pollock is a dominant defensive presence, excelling as a ball-playing centre-back with the ability to transition into a right-back role. His impressive Sofascore rating places him in the top 23% of his peers, showcasing his reliability and skill in aerial duels and general defensive duels. With a remarkable durability record, missing no games in the last three seasons, Pollock combines consistent performance with an aggressive defensive mindset, making him a valuable asset at the back.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Duels won, Clearances. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Matthew Pollock
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Juhani Pikkarainensimilar↗ | Degerfors IF | 28 | €600k | 95 | 81 |
| 2 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 94 | 86 |
| 3 | Daan Dierckxsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 23 | €1.5m | 93 | 81 |
| 4 | Robin Hranáčsimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €11m | 92 | 81 |
| 5 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 92 | 81 |
| 6 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 33 | €600k | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 90 | 86 |
| 8 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Anselmo Garcia McNultysimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 23 | €1.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Tiago Gabrielsimilar↗ | Lecce | 22 | €15m | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Adil Demirbağsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 29 | €3.3m | 90 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Matthew Pollock
≈ 100% Matthew Pollock · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Matthew Pollock · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Matthew Pollock · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Matthew Pollock?
Statistically, Juhani Pikkarainen (Degerfors IF) is the closest look-alike to Matthew Pollock — a 81/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Matthew Pollock?
By Doppel's fit score, Juhani Pikkarainen (Degerfors IF) is the closest profile to Matthew Pollock, with a 81/100 overall match. Casper Widell and Daan Dierckx are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Matthew Pollock?
Yes. Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) plays a similar centre back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Matthew Pollock?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Matthew Pollock'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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