Henni Rinkinen

Henni Rinkinen is an accomplished right wing-back for HPS in the Kansallinen Liiga. At 25, the Finnish national brings a wealth of experience and tactical acumen to her team's defensive line. Known for her relentless work ethic and commitment, Rinkinen has completed 16 matches this season, tallying up 1,278 minutes on the field. While her primary role focuses on defensive duties, her contributions to the team have a distinct offensive element, as reflected by her goals per game ratio of 0.22 and an expected goals (xG) value aligning at 0.22. This demonstrates her knack for being in the right place at the right time, making her a threat in the attacking third.

A classic winger archetype, Rinkinen thrives on advancing the ball effectively, with a progressive carrying distance averaging 102.21 per game. Her ability to connect play is further highlighted by her progressive passing distance of 233.28 per match. Defensively, she's a formidable presence, registering 3.61 interceptions per game and 6.18 challenges per game when possession-adjusted. Though her challenge success rate hasn't resulted in wins this season, her relentless pressure tends to disrupt opponent movements, contributing significantly to her team's defensive strategy. Despite an absence of assists, her playmaking ability earns her a ranking of 4, highlighting her tactical importance beyond mere statistics. With an estimated transfer value of €0, Rinkinen remains an integral part of HPS, using her talents to embolden her squad's performance in Finland's top-tier women's football league.