The Comparisonator platform offers cutting-edge insights into player performance across leagues worldwide. In this analysis, we highlight the top 5 under-23 players in Finland’s Veikkausliiga across key defensive, midfield, and attacking parameters. By examining successful sliding tackles, clearances, ground duels won, progressive runs, and shots on target, we showcase rising stars poised to make an impact. These rankings reflect average per-match data, tailored to each player’s position, providing a granular perspective on their contributions.
- Successful Sliding Tackles by Centre-Backs
- Clearances by Fullbacks
- Ground Duels Won – Defensive by Defensive Midfielders
- Progressive Runs by Wingers
- Shots on Target by Centre Forwards
These metrics offer insights into the diverse abilities of players in creating opportunities, maintaining offensive presence, defensive prowess, and driving the game forward. Let’s explore the top performers in each category and analyze their contributions to their respective teams’ success in the Finland Veikkausliiga.
Please note that all numbers are per 90 min data from the 2024 Season.
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Successful Sliding Tackles
In the Centre Back (CB) position, Felix Strauss from Lahti dominates with an average of 0.7 successful sliding tackles per match, securing the top spot. Notably, younger players like Michael Fonsell (Mariehamn) and Patrik Raitanen (Mariehamn) demonstrate their potential by ranking second and third, respectively. This defensive parameter highlights the agility and timing crucial for successful tackles, making these players pivotal in their teams’ backlines.
Clearances
Among Right Backs (RB) and Left Backs (LB), Saku Heiskanen from Gnistan emerges as a standout performer with 2.4 clearances per match, setting the benchmark for consistency. Close behind, Juho Lehtiranta (Oulu) and Simon Bengtsson (Oulu) exhibit solid defensive resilience, emphasizing the growing importance of full-backs in modern football. These players combine defensive solidity with the ability to adapt to high-pressure situations.
Ground Duels Won – Defensive
In the Defensive Midfielder (DMF) position, Bismark Ampofo (Inter Turku) leads the rankings with 5.9 ground duels won per match, reflecting his dominance in breaking opposition attacks. Other top performers, like Jere Kallinen (Oulu) and Gabriel Europaeus (Gnistan), further illustrate the Veikkausliiga’s depth of young talent in midfield. These players’ abilities to win duels are essential for transitioning from defense to attack.
Progressive Runs
In attacking roles, Topi Keskinen (HJK to Aberdeen) shines with 4.3 progressive runs per match, showcasing his ability to carry the ball forward and create opportunities. Teammates Evangelos Patoulidis and Arlind Sejdiu (Haka) follow with strong performances, reflecting the league’s focus on nurturing creative wingers. Their dynamic movement and technical prowess add an edge to their teams’ offensive strategies.
Shots on Target
In the Centre Forward (CF) position, Mads Borchers (VPS) leads with 1.25 shots on target per match, demonstrating his sharpness in front of goal. Luke Plange (HJK) and Jean Botué (Inter Turku) also feature prominently, emphasizing the importance of clinical finishing among young strikers. These players are pivotal for their teams’ offensive success, often turning opportunities into goals.
Selected via Comparisonator machine learning index.
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