Ami Sugita

Ami Sugita is a highly dedicated central attacking midfielder (CAM) for Albirex Niigata, competing in Japan's WE League. At 32, Sugita brings a wealth of experience and tactical awareness to the middle of the park, playing a pivotal role in her team's midfield dynamics. Over the course of the current season, she has appeared in 20 games, clocking up 1,499 minutes on the pitch. With a goal-scoring rate of 0.13 per game and an xG of 0.2 per game, Sugita's role leans heavily towards playmaking and tactical contributions rather than being a primary scoring threat. Despite not registering any assists this season, she stands out for her work rate and ability to influence the game's tempo and flow.

Sugita's strengths lie in her exceptional progressive passing and carrying abilities. Averaging 265.17 meters in progressive passing distance per game, she ranks as one of the key playmakers in the team, with a Playmaker Rank of 4. This ability to transition the ball effectively from the midfield to more advanced areas highlights her importance in Albirex Niigata's tactical setup. Furthermore, Sugita's defensive contributions are notable, boasting 5.92 interceptions per game (possession-adjusted) and participating in 6.86 challenges per game. Her challenge success rate is an area that might need improvement, but her constant involvement in these duels underscores her commitment to being a 'worker' archetype player, tirelessly contributing to both the offensive and defensive phases of the game.