Karlijn Liesbeth Woons is a promising young center back for AZ Alkmaar in the Eredivisie Women, the top tier of women's football in the Netherlands. At just 21 years old, Woons has already made a significant impact on the field with her robust defensive skills and tactical awareness. In the current season, she has featured in 13 games, amassing a total of 1059 minutes on the pitch. Although she hasn't contributed directly to goals with zero goals or assists per game, her primary role in the team is as a defensive stalwart, preventing opposing teams from finding the back of the net.
Woons is recognized for her physical style of play, fitting the archetype of a "Physical Defender" perfectly. Her stats underline this, with an impressive 4.16 interceptions per game, which are adjusted for possession, and 2.81 challenges per game. She has a challenge success rate of 51%, highlighting her effectiveness in duels. Woons also contributes to the team's buildup play with a progressive passing distance of 302.87 meters per game. Her ability to carry the ball forward is evident, with a progressive carrying distance of 18.37 meters per game. Although she is not a primary playmaker, her Playmaker Rank of 2.5 suggests she plays a crucial tactical role in transitioning the team from defense to attack. With an estimated transfer value of €170K, Karlijn Woons is a valuable asset for AZ Alkmaar, poised for growth and future success in her football career.