James Maddison vs Matthijs de Ligt Soccer Stats Comparison

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

Highest Value

CAM

James Maddison

TottenhamEngland

Market Value

€70,000,000

Leader

Career Honors

2

Trailer

G/Game

-

A/Game

-

Contrib/G

-

Career Insight

James Maddison has recorded 85 goals and 78 assists across matches. Standing at 175cm and weighing 73kg, this Right footed player has earned 2 major trophies.

James value leader

CB

Matthijs de Ligt

Manchester UnitedNetherlands

Market Value

€55,000,000

Trailer

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.

Value trailer vs James
Similarity Analysis
68%Match

Quite Comparable

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

Distinct Advantages
33

defending

Ligtis 39% more effective
26

shooting

Maddisonis 32% more effective
23

physical

Ligtis 27% more effective
16

dribbling

Maddisonis 19% more effective

Player Identity

Skill Moves

4

Weak Foot

4

Nickname

Madders

Academy

Coventry City

Fun Fact

"He is a massive fan of darts and often incorporates dart-throwing into his goal celebrations."

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.

James Maddison's Clubs

ClubYearsAppsGoals
Norwich City2016-20184214
Leicester City2018-202316343
Tottenham2023-Present406

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
72/68
Shooting
81/55
Passing
86/71
Dribbling
85/69
Defending
52/85
Physical
63/86

Attribute Radar Comparison

Interactive radar visualization of core technical attributes.

James Maddison
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

James29yrs
Matthijs26yrs

Height

James175cm
Matthijs189cm

Weight

James73kg
Matthijs89kg

James Maddison's Honor Roll

FA CupCommunity 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.

MetricJames MaddisonMatthijs de Ligt
ClubTottenhamManchester United
LeaguePremier LeaguePremier League
PositionCAMCB
Age2926
Market Value€70,000,000€55,000,000
Jersey Number104
Total Goals8528
Total Assists7810
National Caps748
Preferred FootRightRight
Height (cm)175189
Weight (kg)7389
Youth AcademyCoventry CityAjax
Trophies2 trophies3 trophies
Skill Moves4★2★
Weak Foot4★3★
Birth Date1996-11-231999-08-12
Birth PlaceCoventry, EnglandLeiderdorp, Netherlands

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