Mónica Alvarado

Mónica Alvarado is a formidable central defender for Tijuana in the Liga MX Femenil, bringing her dual-nationality experiences from Mexico and the United States into her game. At 33 years old, Alvarado combines her maturity on the field with significant defensive acumen, becoming a key player for her team. Her ability to maintain a solid backline is reflected in her impressive defensive statistics, where she boasts 8.07 possession-adjusted interceptions and 9.07 challenges per game. While her challenge success rate is not highlighted, her capacity to disrupt opponent plays and contribute to defensive stability remains a crucial asset for her team.

From an offensive standpoint, Alvarado adds value in unexpected ways. With a goals per game average of 0.25, she contributes crucial goals for her team, something uncommon for players in her position. Her expected goals (xG) per game closely matches her scoring rate, indicating her efficiency and keen positioning sense in set-piece situations or attacking transitions. However, it's her playmaking abilities that stand out, ranking third on the team despite her defensive role. She averages a progressive passing distance of 285.21 meters per game, reflecting her capacity to initiate attacks from the back. This, combined with her commendable progressive carrying distance, illustrates Alvarado's well-roundedness in both defense and playmaking, cementing her role as a physical defender who can transform defensive moments into offensive opportunities.