Anni-Maija Kauppila

Anni-Maija Kauppila is a dedicated central attacking midfielder for KuPS, playing in Finland's top-tier Kansallinen Liiga. At 29 years old, she brings a wealth of experience to the team, leveraging her skills as a playmaker to orchestrate the midfield. Despite not being a prolific goal-scorer, with a goals-per-game rate of 0.09, Kauppila plays an essential role in team dynamics through her strategic progressive plays. Her xG (expected goals) per game stands at 0.19, indicating her involvement in potential goal-scoring opportunities and her ability to create plays that keep the opposition on their toes.

Kauppila's strengths lie in her ability to advance play through precise passing and effective ball-carrying. She averages a progressive passing distance of 176.7 meters per game, a testament to her vision and ability to transition the ball forward quickly. While her progressive carrying distance is 28.09 meters per game, her contributions are more pronounced in her passing capabilities. Defensively, she is tenacious, with an average of 2.21 interceptions per game (possession-adjusted) and 5.12 challenges per game, showcasing her determination and work ethic on the pitch. Though her challenge success rate has room for improvement, her "Worker" archetype underscores her commitment and relentless pursuit of contributing to her team's success. Kauppila's playmaker rank of 3.5 indicates her consistent influence in KuPS's midfield, making her a valued team player who always strives to enhance her performance.