Players like Sam Smith
STWrexham · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSam Smith's profile ↗
The players most similar to Sam Smith are Paul Gladon, Josh Coburn, Marko Milovanović. Doppel rates Paul Gladon (Fortuna Sittard) a 78/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Paul Gladon scores 78/100 at about €100k. Data as of October 2026.
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Sam Smith is a robust target man, excelling in aerial duels and physical confrontations, making him a key presence in the attacking third. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 13% of his peers, his durability stands out, having missed zero games in the last three seasons. While his goal tally isn't prolific, his ability to win duels and clearances adds value to his team's defensive efforts, showcasing his all-round contribution on the pitch.
Strengths: Clearances, Aerial duels won, Duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Sam Smith
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paul Gladonsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 34 | €100k | 94 | 78 |
| 2 | Josh Coburnsimilar↗ | Millwall | 24 | €7.4m | 92 | 80 |
| 3 | Marko Milovanovićsimilar↗ | FC Alverca | 23 | €2.7m | 92 | 81 |
| 4 | Milan Zonneveldsimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 23 | €400k | 92 | 85 |
| 5 | Pape Moussa Fallsimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 22 | €3.7m | 91 | 84 |
| 6 | Ayase Uedasimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 28 | €19m | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Dominic Calvert-Lewinsimilar↗ | Leeds United | 29 | €24m | 91 | 81 |
| 8 | Oskar Zawadasimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 30 | €500k | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Chris Woodsimilar↗ | Nottingham Forest | 35 | €5.2m | 90 | 80 |
| 10 | Christoph Dafernersimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 28 | €700k | 90 | 79 |
| 11 | Orri Óskarssonsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 22 | €21m | 89 | 79 |
| 12 | Ante Budimirsimilar↗ | Osasuna | 35 | €2.6m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sam Smith
≈ 100% Sam Smith · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Sam Smith · strong: Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Sam Smith · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Sam Smith?
Statistically, Paul Gladon (Fortuna Sittard) is the closest look-alike to Sam Smith — a 78/100 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 Sam Smith?
By Doppel's fit score, Paul Gladon (Fortuna Sittard) is the closest profile to Sam Smith, with a 78/100 overall match. Josh Coburn and Marko Milovanović are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Sam Smith?
Yes. Paul Gladon (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar striker role and rates 78/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Sam Smith?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Sam Smith's 2025/26 season, then ranks strikers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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