Casemiro vs Fernandinho
Casemiro vs Fernandinho: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Casemiro and Fernandinho?
Fernandinho, a veteran of the Premier League, has often been seen as a benchmark for defensive midfielders. Casemiro's rise has coincided with Fernandinho's peak, leading to many direct comparisons.
Casemiro
Key numbers
- Total appearances437
- Total goals49
- International caps86
- International goals9
- Major club titlesMultiple
Top honours
- Copa AméricaWinner (2019)
- Copa AméricaRunner-up (2021)
- FIFA U-20 World CupWinner (2011)
- South American U-20 ChampionshipWinner (2011)
- South American U-17 ChampionshipWinner (2009)
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Fernandinho
Key numbers
- Total appearancesOver 400
- Total goalsOver 30
- International capsOver 70
Top honours
- Premier LeagueWinner (multiple times)
- Copa AméricaWinner (2019)
- UEFA Champions LeagueWinner (2023)