Head-to-Head Comparison

Kevin De Bruyne and Rodri face off in this head-to-head comparison. Both are Midfielders — Kevin De Bruyne plays for Napoli in the Serie A and represents Belgium, while Rodri turns out for Manchester City in the Premier League for Spain. Kevin De Bruyne is the elder of the two at 34, with Rodri 5 years younger at 29.

In front of goal, Kevin De Bruyne leads with 125 career goals to Rodri's 55. For assists, Kevin De Bruyne edges ahead with 284 versus 65 for Rodri. Kevin De Bruyne has the more decorated cabinet with 16 career trophies compared to 11 for Rodri. Rodri has won the Ballon d'Or 1 time, an accolade Kevin De Bruyne is yet to claim. Internationally, Kevin De Bruyne has earned more caps (117) compared to Rodri's 65.

Based on the 12 statistical categories above, Kevin De Bruyne comes out on top — winning 7 of the 12 measurable stats compared to Rodri's 5. Of course, statistics only tell part of the story, and football fans will always debate the intangibles.