Daniela Cruz

Daniela Cruz is a seasoned footballer from Costa Rica who plays as a left-back (LB) for Atlas in the Liga MX Femenil. At 33 years of age, Cruz has shown remarkable endurance and tactical awareness, featuring in 20 games and accumulating 1,782 minutes on the pitch. Her playing style is defined by her role as a "Progressor," someone who excels in moving the ball forward through both progressive carries and passes. Despite not contributing directly to goals or assists, with zero goals and assists per game, Cruz's strength lies in her ability to influence play from deeper positions on the field.

Cruz's defensive acumen is evident in her possession-adjusted statistics, boasting 5.87 interceptions and 7.99 challenges per game. Known for her impressive ability to read the game, she consistently disrupts opposition play, despite a challenge success rate that seems paradoxically recorded at 0%. She has actively contributed to her team's defensive solidity while maintaining an average progressive carrying distance of 85.34 yards per game and a progressive passing distance of 380.06 yards per game, highlighting her crucial role in transitioning the play from defense to attack. Although her estimated transfer value is officially listed at €0, which could be reflective of her leadership and intangible attributes rather than on-field statistics, her experience and tactical contributions make her a pivotal part of Atlas's setup in Liga MX Femenil.