Players like Ruairi McConville
CB/RBNorwich City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRuairi McConville's profile ↗
Ruairi McConville is a centre-back/right-back for Norwich City in the Championship, with 25 appearances and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to McConville include Casper Widell from Excelsior, who has a fit score of 86/100, and Ze Vitor of CD Nacional, with a fit score of 82/100. Other comparable players are Alejandro Catena from Osasuna and Timo Hübers from 1. FC Köln, both also fitting well into similar roles.
About Ruairi McConville
Ruairi McConville is a robust defensive stalwart, excelling as a centre-back or right-back known for his aerial prowess and defensive reliability. With a Sofascore rating in the top 38% of his positional peers, he showcases impressive stats in aerial duels and clearances, making him a formidable presence in the back line. His durability is notable, having missed no games in the last three seasons. While his attacking contributions are limited, his primary focus on solid defensive work makes him an asset to any side.
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 | 86 |
| 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 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 27 | €4.4m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, 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 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?
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