As the demands of modern football continue to rise, physical intensity has become a defining factor in identifying top-level talent. Leveraging the advanced capabilities of the Comparisonator Physical Data Comparison Module, we’ve analyzed Switzerland Challenge League to spotlight the top-performing U23 players in three key physical metrics during the 2025/26 season so far. This comprehensive assessment offers clubs, scouts, and analysts valuable insight into emerging players whose physical performance sets them apart.
These findings underscore the increasing significance of physical data in contemporary scouting and recruitment. Extracted from broadcast footage using AI-driven analysis, the metrics provide clubs with accurate, contextualized benchmarks for evaluating talent.
In the Sprinting Distance category—tracking distance covered at speeds over 25 km/h— Joseph Ambassa emerges as the leader, demonstrating sustained pace in high-intensity match scenarios. Ronaldo Dantas Fernandes leads in High Speed Running Distance, highlighting his exceptional endurance and relentless work rate across full matches. Meanwhile, Ousseynou Sene tops the charts in High Acceleration Count, showcasing frequent bursts at acceleration count over 3m/s², a testament to his explosiveness and mobility.
These standout performances not only spotlight Switzerland’s next generation of talent but also illustrate how physical analytics can drive smarter, more informed football decisions—from unearthing hidden gems to building dynamic, high-performing squads. Stay tuned as we continue to reveal more data-driven insights throughout the season.
Please note that all numbers are per 90 min data from the 2025/26 Season So Far.
Joseph Ambassa’s CompaGPT Physicals report:
Ambassa excels in sprinting distance and sprint count, leading with 274.47 meters of sprinting distance per match and 21 sprints per match. His top ranking in sprinting distance during the 1st half (156.24 meters) demonstrates his ability to start games with high intensity. These metrics suggest that Ambassa is capable of explosive movements, making him valuable in counter-attacking situations and when quick transitions are necessary. Joseph Ambassa ranks 1st out of 13 players in his position with an average of 9895.09 meters per match, outperforming Ryan Kessler, who has 9839.04 meters. This indicates Ambassa’s exceptional stamina and work rate, allowing him to cover large areas of the pitch effectively. His ability to maintain high physical output can be tactically significant for teams that rely on wing-backs for creating width and supporting both defensive and offensive transitions.
Joseph Ambassa’s standout parameters are his total distance covered, sprinting abilities, and high intensity count, showcasing his physical endurance and explosive capabilities. These strengths make him a valuable asset in high-pressure and quick-transition tactical setups. However, there is room for development in running distance and high speed running to enhance his overall contribution and influence across all phases of play.
Joseph Ambassa (‘02) (RB) – Rapperswil-Jona
Sprinting Distance
Ronaldo Dantas Fernandes’s CompaGPT Physicals report:
Dominating high-speed running with 650.44 meters per match, compared to Bega’s 592.67 meters, Fernandes demonstrates his capability to sustain rapid movements, which is crucial for both offensive bursts and tracking back defensively. With 819.67 meters per match at high intensity, Fernandes stands out as a leader in maintaining vigorous activity levels, indicating his relentless work rate and capacity to influence play across the pitch. Fernandes also leads in high acceleration efforts, averaging 36.4 per match, slightly edging out Bega’s 36. This suggests he possesses explosive pace and agility, critical for quick transitions and breaking defensive lines, making him a valuable asset in dynamic attacking setups.
Ronaldo Dantas Fernandes showcases remarkable physical prowess with top rankings in Total Distance – 1st Half, High Acceleration Count, High Speed Running Distance, High Intensity Distance, and Sprint Count. These strengths highlight his stamina, agility, and work rate, making him a valuable player for dynamic and pressing strategies. While improvements in sprint efficiency and peak speed could enhance his breakaway capabilities, Fernandes is a formidable presence in the midfield with significant contributions to Vaduz’s physical gameplay.
Ronaldo Dantas Fernandes (‘04) (AMF) – Vaduz
High Speed Running Distance
Ousseynou Sene’s CompaGPT Physicals report:
Ousseynou Sene ranks first among his peers with an average of 39.5 high accelerations and 39.2 high decelerations per match. This positions him ahead of players like Leorat Bega, who recorded 35.8 and 38, respectively. These statistics indicate Sene’s exceptional ability to quickly change pace, a crucial asset for creating space and disrupting defensive setups. His acceleration and deceleration capabilities might be tactically significant in scenarios requiring rapid transitions and breaking through compact defenses. With an impressive 716.8 meters of high-speed running per match, Sene leads the rankings, significantly outperforming Leorat Bega’s 566.01 meters. This demonstrates Sene’s stamina and ability to maintain high speeds over extended periods, crucial for exploiting wide areas and supporting counter-attacks. His high-speed endurance can be strategically employed to stretch defenses and facilitate quick breaks, especially in games demanding high tempo. Leading with 1095.42 meters of high-intensity distance covered per match, Sene surpasses Noah Streit’s 761.91 meters. This suggests his ability to consistently perform at high intensity throughout matches, a key trait for maintaining pressure and supporting both defensive and offensive plays. Utilizing his high-intensity capabilities can be beneficial in strategies focused on maintaining sustained pressure and dynamic play across the pitch.
Ousseynou Sene demonstrates outstanding physical attributes, particularly in high-intensity and high-speed parameters, positioning him as a leading performer in the Challenge League. His ability to accelerate, decelerate, and sprint at high speeds provides tactical advantages in dynamic attacking and pressing strategies. While he excels in these areas, enhancing his medium pace change and first-half distance coverage can further elevate his overall impact on the pitch.
Ousseynou Sene (‘02) (RW) – Étoile Carouge
