Players like Ruairi McConville
CB/RBNorwich City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRuairi McConville's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ruairi McConville are Casper Widell, Ze Vitor, Alejandro Catena. Doppel rates Casper Widell (Excelsior) a 86/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rio Hillen scores 83/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Ruairi McConville is a robust, aerially-dominant centre-back with the versatility to operate as a right-back. His impressive aerial duel statistics and clearance rate highlight his ability to command the defensive third, making him a reliable presence in the backline. With a Sofascore rating in the top 46% of his positional peers and exceptional durability—having missed no games in three seasons—he stands out as a dependable, quality defender who fortifies his team's defensive resilience.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Clearances, Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ruairi McConville
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 94 | 86 |
| 2 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 93 | 82 |
| 3 | Alejandro Catenasimilar↗ | Osasuna | 32 | €2.7m | 92 | 82 |
| 4 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 92 | 82 |
| 5 | Liam Kitchingsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 92 | 85 |
| 6 | Aiham Ousousimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €2.8m | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Malick Thiawsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €41m | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Gabriele Calvanisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 22 | €3.7m | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Linus Gechtersimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 22 | €3.2m | 90 | 86 |
| 11 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 90 | 82 |
| 12 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 89 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ruairi McConville
≈ 100% Ruairi McConville · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Ruairi McConville · strong: Shots, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Ruairi McConville · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ruairi McConville?
Statistically, Casper Widell (Excelsior) is the closest look-alike to Ruairi McConville — a 86/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Ruairi McConville?
By Doppel's fit score, Casper Widell (Excelsior) is the closest profile to Ruairi McConville, with a 86/100 overall match. Ze Vitor and Alejandro Catena are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ruairi McConville?
Yes. Rio Hillen (NAC Breda) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ruairi McConville?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ruairi McConville'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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