The phrase "aerial duels" refers to contests or battles that happen in the air, usually during sports like football or basketball, where players jump or compete against each other to win possession of the ball. Full definition
In terms of aerial duels won per 90, only 17 attackers in the Premier League can better his 3.88. (footballwhispers.com)
However with the game that Chelsea encourages their defenders to play, it is slightly tempting that Vincent Kompany leads the race in terms of aerial duels won while there is no particular area mentioned above where the Brazilian leads the race. (eplindex.com)
He wins a lower percentage of aerial duels per game (23 per cent) but it is not his style to win flick ons and battle with defenders in the air. (footballwhispers.com)