Emma Linda Inez Holmqvist

Emma Linda Inez Holmqvist is an emerging talent in the Swedish football scene, currently playing as a central defender for Djurgården in the Damallsvenskan. At just 20 years old, Holmqvist has begun to make her mark in the league, showcasing her skills as a Ball Playing Center-Back. In her debut season, she has participated in two matches, accumulating a total of 192 minutes on the pitch. Although Emma has yet to contribute directly to goals or assists, her defensive prowess stands out, highlighting her primary role in fortifying Djurgården's backline.

Holmqvist excels in defensive activities with a possession-adjusted statistic of 9.84 interceptions per game, demonstrating her keen ability to read the game and disrupt opposition play. Her challenges per game stand at an impressive 9.23, signifying her readiness to engage opponents, even though her challenge success rate is currently at 48%. Notably, Emma also contributes significantly to transitioning the ball forward, with a progressive carrying distance of 129.52 per game and a progressive passing distance of 284.99. Ranked 3.5 out of 5 in playmaking and valued at an estimated €229K, Emma Linda Inez Holmqvist has all the attributes to develop into a cornerstone for both her club and potentially the Swedish national team in the coming years.