Honoka Hayashi

Honoka Hayashi, a central midfielder and defensive specialist, plays for Everton FC in the Women's Super League. At 28 years old, this talented Japanese international has become a pivotal force on her team, known for her commitment and relentless work ethic on the pitch. With 16 appearances and 1,271 minutes played in the current season, Hayashi has demonstrated her considerable endurance and consistency. Her goal-scoring rate stands at 0.32 goals per game, highlighting her ability to contribute offensively when opportunities arise despite her defensive role. This is complemented by an expected goals (xG) rate of 0.07 per game and a respectable 0.79 shots per game, underscoring her capability to threaten the opposition's goal.

In addition to her goal-scoring contributions, Honoka Hayashi excels in her role as a "Worker" archetype, exemplified by her significant midfield presence and defensive acumen. Her possession-adjusted interceptions per game rate at 3.77 is a testament to her aptitude for disrupting the opponent's play, while her challenges per game rate stands at 1.71 with a challenge success rate of 47%. This highlights her proactiveness in asserting control in the midfield. Further adding to her value, Hayashi's progressive passing and carrying are noteworthy, with an impressive 137.79 meters of progressive passing and 15.66 meters of progressive carrying per game. Her playmaker rank of 2.5 emphasizes her reliable distribution and forward play quality, making her instrumental in transitioning from defense to attack. With an estimated transfer value of €154K, Hayashi is not only an asset for Everton FC but also a sought-after midfielder in women's football.