Hinata Miyazawa

Hinata Miyazawa is a key central midfielder for Manchester United in the UEFA Champions League Women, known for her exceptional defensive skills and playmaking abilities. Hailing from Japan and currently at the age of 27, Miyazawa stands out in her role as a central defensive midfielder (CDM), where she excels in breaking up opposition plays and providing stability to her team’s midfield. In the 10 games she has played, accumulating 950 minutes, her defensive prowess is evident with an impressive 5.7 possession-adjusted interceptions per game, making her a cornerstone in Manchester United's midfield structure. Her challenge success rate of 63% further underscores her efficiency in winning balls and disrupting opponents' advances, earning her a respectable playmaker rank of 3.5.

While not prolific in terms of goals or assists, Miyazawa's contribution lies in her ability to maintain control and facilitate transitions from defense to attack. Though she has not scored any goals or recorded a high assist rate, her progressive passing distance of 154.66 per game highlights her capability in moving the ball forward effectively, and her progressive carrying distance stands at 31.12 per game. Despite having a low xG of 0.01 and taking just 0.31 shots per game, Miyazawa's role as an anchor primarily focuses on supplying the ball to more attack-oriented players and restoring possession when needed. With an estimated transfer value of €352K, Miyazawa’s influence on the pitch cannot be underestimated, as she provides significant tactical depth and resilience to her team's midfield core.