Matthijs de Ligt vs Bernardo Silva Soccer Stats Comparison

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

CB

Matthijs de Ligt

Manchester UnitedNetherlands

Market Value

€55,000,000

Trailer

Career Honors

3

Trailer

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.

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CM

Bernardo Silva

Manchester CityPortugal

Market Value

€60,000,000

Leader

Career Honors

4

Leader

G/Game

-

A/Game

-

Contrib/G

-

Career Insight

Bernardo Silva has recorded 108 goals and 115 assists across matches. Standing at 173cm and weighing 64kg, this Left footed player has earned 4 major trophies.

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Similarity Analysis
74%Match

Quite Comparable

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

Distinct Advantages
23

shooting

Silvais 29% more effective
23

dribbling

Silvais 25% more effective
18

physical

Ligtis 21% more effective
15

passing

Silvais 17% more effective

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."

Player Identity

Skill Moves

4

Weak Foot

3

Nickname

Bubblegum

Academy

Benfica

Fun Fact

"He is often teased by teammates for his fashion sense and driving an old Smart car."

Transfer & Career History

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

Matthijs de Ligt's Clubs

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

Bernardo Silva's Clubs

ClubYearsAppsGoals
Benfica2013-201530
Monaco2015-201710124
Manchester City2017-Present30552

Attribute Breakdown

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

Pace
68/69
Shooting
55/78
Passing
71/86
Dribbling
69/92
Defending
85/70
Physical
86/68

Attribute Radar Comparison

Interactive radar visualization of core technical attributes.

Matthijs de Ligt
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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

Matthijs26yrs
Bernardo31yrs

Height

Matthijs189cm
Bernardo173cm

Weight

Matthijs89kg
Bernardo64kg

Matthijs de Ligt's Honor Roll

Serie ABundesligaEredivisie

Trophy Distribution

World Stage
Continental
Domestic League
Domestic Cup

Bernardo Silva's Honor Roll

Champions LeaguePremier LeagueNations LeagueLigue 1

Trophy Distribution

World Stage
Continental
Domestic League
Domestic Cup

Deep Data Matrix

Comprehensive head-to-head metrics comparison.

MetricMatthijs de LigtBernardo Silva
ClubManchester UnitedManchester City
LeaguePremier LeaguePremier League
PositionCBCM
Age2631
Market Value€55,000,000€60,000,000
Jersey Number420
Total Goals28108
Total Assists10115
National Caps48100
Preferred FootRightLeft
Height (cm)189173
Weight (kg)8964
Youth AcademyAjaxBenfica
Trophies3 trophies4 trophies
Skill Moves2★4★
Weak Foot3★3★
Birth Date1999-08-121994-08-10
Birth PlaceLeiderdorp, NetherlandsLisbon, Portugal

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