In the highly competitive Türkiye 1. Lig, young talents under the age of 23 are making significant contributions in key positions. By leveraging advanced metrics from the Comparisonator platform, we can pinpoint the rising stars who excel in essential performance areas, measured by their average actions per match. This analysis focuses on five critical parameters: Opportunity Conversion for Centre Forwards, Playing in Scoring Attacks for Wingers, Progressive Runs for Attacking Midfielders, Successful Sliding Tackles for Fullbacks, and Air Duels Won for Centre Backs. Let’s dive into the data and explore the standout performers shaping the future of Turkish football.
- Opportunity Converted by Centre Forwards
- Playing In Scoring Attacks by Wingers
- Progressive Runs by Attacking Midfielders
- Successful Sliding Tackles by Fullbacks
- Air Duels Won by Centre-Backs
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 Türkiye 1.Lig.
Please note that all numbers are per 90 min data from the 2024/25 Season.
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Opportunity Converted
Converting chances into goals is the essence of a Centre Forward’s role. Baran Demiroğlu from Fatih Karagümrük tops the rankings with an average of 0.55 opportunities converted per match, setting a high standard for young strikers. Close behind him is M. Taştan of Yeni Malatyaspor with 0.35, followed by Gökhan Altıparmak from Gençlerbirliği at 0.28. Metehan Altunbaş (Adanaspor) and Mert Miraç Altıntaş (Yeni Malatyaspor) complete the top five, showing promising potential in front of goal.
Playing in Scoring Attacks
In wide positions, wingers play a crucial role in creating scoring opportunities. Mame Mor Faye of Esenler Erokspor leads this category with 1 scoring attack per match, showcasing his influence on the pitch. Uğur Kaan Yıldız (Ankara Keçiörengücü) and M. Güneş (Yeni Malatyaspor) follow closely, tied at 0.67. Kerem Şen (İstanbulspor) and İbrahim Kaya (Bandırmaspor) add depth to this list, emphasizing the growing importance of dynamic wingers in modern football.
Progressive Runs
Progressive runs are essential for unlocking defenses, and Kerem Şen of İstanbulspor dominates this parameter with 1.67 runs per match. Check Oumar Diakite from Adanaspor follows with 1.5, while Emre Demir (Sakaryaspor) and Aliou Traore (Ankara Keçiören) tie with 1 each. Göktan Gürpüz of Fatih Karagümrük rounds out the top five with 0.8. These players exemplify creativity and drive in attacking midfield roles, opening up space and creating opportunities for their teams.
Successful Sliding Tackles
In defense, sliding tackles demonstrate both timing and precision. Yusuf Talum from Manisa F.K. leads this defensive parameter with an average of 1.33 successful tackles per match, setting a benchmark for other fullbacks. Berkan Keskin (Iğdır FK) follows with 0.57, while Furkan Orak (Esenler Erokspor) and Emircan Bayrakdar (Yeni Malatyaspor) tie at 0.5. Furkan Apaydın (Ümraniyespor) concludes the top five, proving the impact of well-timed defensive actions in maintaining control at the back.
Air Duels Won
Centre Backs must excel in aerial battles to secure their defensive lines. Bartu Göçmen from Manisa F.K. emerges as the leader in this category with an impressive 5.11 air duels won per match. Kaan Arslan (Boluspor) and Yiğit Efe Demir both follow with 3 air duels won, indicating consistency in their defensive duties. Naby Oulare (Boluspor) and Yakup Kırtay (BB Erzurumspor) complete the list, solidifying their reputations as dominant aerial defenders.
Selected via Comparisonator machine learning index.
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