Élisa Flore De Almeida

Élisa Flore De Almeida is a key defensive figure for Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Champions League Women. At 27, the French center-back has established herself as a formidable presence on the field, known for her defensive acumen and leadership qualities. In the current season, De Almeida has featured in six matches, accumulating a total of 557 minutes of play. While her primary role isn’t focused on scoring or assisting, as evidenced by her zero goals and assists per game, she consistently contributes to the team’s defensive strength.

De Almeida's defensive statistics highlight her critical role on the pitch. With an xG of 0.09 per game and 0.89 shots per game, she occasionally pushes forward but remains primarily anchored to defensive duties. Her progressive passing distance of 328.29 meters per game underscores her capability as a playmaker from the backline, with a respectable playmaker rank of 2.5. Furthermore, her defensive skills are well-illustrated by her possession-adjusted stats, boasting 3.02 interceptions and 3.91 challenges per game, paired with a solid challenge success rate of 56%. This impressive combination makes her an integral part of PSG’s defense and a valuable asset with an estimated transfer value of €355K, establishing her as a classic 'Defending Leader' on the European stage.