Emma Santamäki

Emma Santamäki is a Finnish central defender known for her tactical intelligence and ability to read the game effectively. Currently playing for KuPS in the Kansallinen Liiga, Emma has established herself as a reliable presence in the heart of the defense. At 28, she brings a wealth of experience to the back line, having played 17 matches and accumulated 1531 minutes in the current season. While her goal and assist tally remain at zero, Emma contributes significantly to her team's defensive fortitude, demonstrating impressive skills in intercepting plays with a possession-adjusted rate of 5.25 interceptions per game.

Despite being a defender, Emma Santamäki excels in progressing the ball up the field, a hallmark of a ball-playing center-back. She records an average progressive carrying distance of 93.95 meters per game, complemented by a substantial progressive passing distance of 711.02 meters per game. This ability to advance play from the back is reflected in her high Playmaker Rank, placing her fourth among her peers. Though her challenge success rate currently stands at 0%, her involvement in 6.97 possession-adjusted challenges per game indicates her active engagement in duels. With an estimated transfer value set at €0, Santamäki remains an integral part of KuPS, embodying a blend of defensive solidity and playmaking capabilities pivotal to her team's aspirations.