Kim Min-jae vs Ruben Dias
Kim Min-jae vs Ruben Dias: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Kim Min-jae and Ruben Dias?
Dias has emerged as a key defender for Manchester City, with a rivalry that showcases the evolution of centre-backs in modern football, focusing on tactical intelligence and ball-playing ability.
Kim Min-jae
Key numbers
- Total Club Appearances255
- Total Club Goals10
- International Caps79
- International Goals4
- Major Trophies Won5
Top honours
- K League 1Winner with Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors (2017, 2018)
- Serie AWinner with Napoli (2022-23)
- EAFF ChampionshipWinner with South Korea (2019)
- Asian GamesGold medal with South Korea (2018)
- Serie A Best DefenderAwarded in the 2022-23 season
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Ruben Dias
Key numbers
- Total appearances316
- Total goals14
- International caps74
- International goals3
- Major trophies won6
Top honours
- UEFA Nations LeagueWinner (2019, 2025)
- Premier LeagueWinner (2020-21, 2021-22, 2022-23)
- EFL CupWinner (2020-21)
- FWA Footballer of the Year2020-21
- Manchester City Player of the Year2020-21