Mali Næss

Mali Næss is a dedicated right back for Rosenborg in Norway's Toppserien, demonstrating a unique blend of defensive acumen and passing proficiency. At 31, she brings a wealth of experience to her role, seamlessly integrating both defensive and progressive gameplay elements in her performance. Throughout the 9 games she has played this season, Næss has clocked in an impressive 762 minutes on the field, underscoring her reliability and stamina. While she may not be contributing directly to the scoreboard or assisting goals, her impact is deeply rooted in her ability to redistribute the ball and challenge opponents effectively.

Næss excels particularly in her progressive passing, achieving an average progressive passing distance of 524.77 yards per game. She also showcases significant defensive prowess, with an impressive 7.66 possession-adjusted interceptions per game and 6.7 possession-adjusted challenges per game. Despite her challenge success rate reflecting room for improvement, her playmaker ranking and player archetype as a "Progressor" highlight her crucial role in transitioning the ball up the pitch and disrupting the opposition's play. Mali Næss's performance at Rosenborg speaks to her strategic mindset, making her a key player in the club’s defensive lineup and an asset for maintaining team cohesion in dynamic match situations.