Ben White vs Matthijs de Ligt Soccer Stats Comparison

Comparing the career performance, market value, and physical attributes of Ben White (Arsenal) and Matthijs de Ligt (Manchester United). Use the interactive radar charts and history timelines below to analyze their head-to-head stats.

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Ben White

ArsenalEngland

Market Value

€55,000,000

Equal

Career Honors

2

Trailer

G/Game

-

A/Game

-

Contrib/G

-

Career Insight

Ben White has recorded 8 goals and 12 assists across matches. Standing at 186cm and weighing 78kg, this Right footed player has earned 2 major trophies.

Ben value leader

CB

Matthijs de Ligt

Manchester UnitedNetherlands

Market Value

€55,000,000

Equal

Career Honors

3

Leader

G/Game

-

A/Game

-

Contrib/G

-

Career Insight

Matthijs de Ligt has recorded 28 goals and 10 assists across matches. Standing at 189cm and weighing 89kg, this Right footed player has earned 3 major trophies.

Matthijs value leader
Similarity Analysis
88%Match

Very Similar

Based on our proprietary algorithm analyzing pace, shooting, passing, dribbling, defending, and physicality.

Distinct Advantages
11

physical

Ligtis 13% more effective
10

shooting

Ligtis 18% more effective
9

pace

Whiteis 12% more effective
9

dribbling

Whiteis 12% more effective

Player Identity

Skill Moves

3

Weak Foot

3

Nickname

Benny White

Academy

Southampton

Fun Fact

"He famously admitted in an interview that he doesn't actually watch football in his free time."

Player Identity

Skill Moves

2

Weak Foot

3

Nickname

The Wall

Academy

Ajax

Fun Fact

"He was the youngest captain to ever lead a team in a Champions League knockout game."

Transfer & Career History

Comparing clubs, apps, and goals throughout their professional journey.

Ben White's Clubs

ClubYearsAppsGoals
Brighton2016-2021360
Leeds (Loan)2019-2020461
Arsenal2021-Present1156

Matthijs de Ligt's Clubs

ClubYearsAppsGoals
Ajax2016-2019778
Juventus2019-2022878
Bayern Munich2022-2024535
Manchester United2024-Present181

Attribute Breakdown

Compare pace, shooting, passing, dribbling, defending, and physicality.

Pace
77/68
Shooting
45/55
Passing
76/71
Dribbling
78/69
Defending
83/85
Physical
75/86

Attribute Radar Comparison

Interactive radar visualization of core technical attributes.

Ben White
Matthijs de Ligt

Career Statistics Comparison

Visual breakdown of total career production.

Market Valuation Analysis

Current estimated transfer value (Millions of Euros).

Physical Profile

Side-by-side analysis of age, height, and weight metrics.

Age

Ben28yrs
Matthijs26yrs

Height

Ben186cm
Matthijs189cm

Weight

Ben78kg
Matthijs89kg

Ben White's Honor Roll

Championship WinnerCommunity Shield

Trophy Distribution

World Stage
Continental
Domestic League
Domestic Cup

Matthijs de Ligt's Honor Roll

Serie ABundesligaEredivisie

Trophy Distribution

World Stage
Continental
Domestic League
Domestic Cup

Deep Data Matrix

Comprehensive head-to-head metrics comparison.

MetricBen WhiteMatthijs de Ligt
ClubArsenalManchester United
LeaguePremier LeaguePremier League
PositionRBCB
Age2826
Market Value€55,000,000€55,000,000
Jersey Number44
Total Goals828
Total Assists1210
National Caps448
Preferred FootRightRight
Height (cm)186189
Weight (kg)7889
Youth AcademySouthamptonAjax
Trophies2 trophies3 trophies
Skill Moves3★2★
Weak Foot3★3★
Birth Date1997-10-081999-08-12
Birth PlacePoole, EnglandLeiderdorp, Netherlands

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