Lydia Nunes Martins Andrade

Lydia Nunes Martins Andrade is an Angolan professional footballer currently playing as a forward for Koln in the Frauen Bundesliga. At 27, she has accumulated valuable experience on the field, evident from her contributions over 10 appearances this season. Despite limited playing time, totaling 344 minutes, Andrade demonstrates significant involvement in the gameplay with her role as a target forward. Her statistical profile highlights her as a player who can hold up the ball and facilitate team dynamics, even if it hasn't translated into direct goal contributions yet.

Andrade's performance metrics reveal her effectiveness in pressing and intelligent ball movement. With an xG per 90 of 0.16 and 1.73 shots per 90, she is a constant physical presence in the attacking third, poised to capitalize on opportunities. Her value is not just in offense; she contributes defensively with 1.7 interceptions and 3.11 challenges per 90, showcasing her dual abilities in attack and defense. Her challenging success rate of 44% underscores her tenacity. Known as a target forward, her progressive passing distance of 22.1 per 90 and carrying distance of 11.99 per 90 speak to her ability to advance the team's play effectively. Her estimated transfer value of €133K reflects her growing influence and utility to the team's overall tactics in the Frauen Bundesliga.