Michael Carrick vs Andrea Pirlo – The statistics
With talk of Andrea Pirlo leaving Juventus as soon as this January in favour of a move to the Premier League, we have taken a look at the statistics and compared him to probably the closest thing there is to him over here – Michael Carrick.
Both players are renowned for their passing of the ball. The duo are two of the most established central midfielders on the planet and the way they move the ball about while retaining possession is ridiculous. This season Carrick has made five appearances while Pirlo has made four, but both have created six chances for their team-mates.
Pirlo, as you would expect, has a higher pass completion (90%) than the England international (84%) despite the Italian averaging a further pass distance.
Carrick has averaged eight defensive actions per game, which is an impressive figure, whereas Pirlo has made four. The Manchester United man has also amassed a stronger duel percentage (67%) than the former Milan regista (55%).
Pirlo has completed 67% of his tackles – Carrick 8/10 – Pirlo has won 50% of his take ons – Carrick 100% – and Pirlo has won 3/7 of his headers – Carrick 3/4.
Carrick also holds a 100% shot accuracy from the one shot he’s had, whereas Pirlo has had two shots on and two shots off.
Both are incredible players, but who would you prefer in your team?
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