Cecilia Andreassen

Cecilia Andreassen, the Norwegian central defensive midfielder for Rosenborg in the Toppserien, has carved out a niche as a stalwart presence in the heart of her team's midfield. At 28 years of age, Andreassen brings maturity and tactical acumen to Rosenborg, complementing her role as a pivotal Anchor in the squad's defensive strategy. In her 16 appearances this season, she has accumulated 1303 minutes of game time, a testament to her essential role in the team's setup. Despite her role primarily focused on defense, Andreassen has managed to generate an impressive goal-scoring record for her position, with a goals-per-game rate of 0.37, showing her ability to contribute to the offense when the opportunity arises.

Andreassen's performance metrics further highlight her significance in Rosenborg's play. An effective disruptor, she averages 3.37 possession-adjusted interceptions and an impactful 8.57 challenges per game. Her progressive passing distance per game is 194.44 meters, underscoring her ability to transition play from defense to offense efficiently. Although she has not registered any assists and maintains a playmaker rank of 3.5, her role centers more on maintaining team structure and dictating play rhythm. Despite a zero percent challenge success rate indicating potential room for improvement in duel situations, her overall gameplay remains indispensable to her team’s tactical integrity. Her reliability and defensive contributions make her a valuable asset to Rosenborg as they navigate the competitive landscape of the Toppserien.