Nanami Kitamura

Nanami Kitamura, the talented left winger for NTV Beleza in the WE League, is making a name for herself in Japanese women’s football at just 25 years of age. With 20 games and 1751 minutes under her belt this season, Kitamura brings a dynamic presence to the field with her role as an "Outside Winger" (OW). Known for her creative gameplay, Kitamura boasts a goals per 90 rate of 0.33, often positioning herself as a crucial player in offensive scenarios. Despite not registering any assists per 90, her expected goals (xG) per 90 stands at 0.29, reflecting her potential to find scoring opportunities.

Distinctively, Kitamura excels in progressing the ball upfield, evidenced by a progressive carrying distance of 59.17 per 90 and a remarkable progressive passing distance of 228.7 per 90. Often described as a "Creator," she effectively utilizes her skills to facilitate playmaking, earning a Playmaker Rank of 4. Defensively, her game is marked by consistent interceptions, with a possession-adjusted rate of 3.48 per 90. However, there is room for improvement in her tackling efficiency, as indicated by her possession-adjusted challenges per 90 of 2.38 and a challenge success rate of 0%. Nonetheless, her contributions on the pitch are underscored by her flair and vision, making her a valuable asset to her team despite her estimated transfer value of €0.