Paulina Dudek

Paulina Dudek is a formidable central defender for Paris Saint-Germain in the Division 1 Féminine league. At 29 years old, the Polish national has established herself as a crucial figure in the defensive lineup, known for her strong leadership and reliability on the field. Dudek has played 8 games this season, clocking 463 minutes, and maintaining a disciplined presence central to PSG's defensive strategy. With a goal-scoring rate of 0.21 per game, she also contributes occasionally to the scoreline, offering an added aerial threat during set-pieces. Her expected goals (xG) tally of 0.17 per game underscores her tactical positioning and instinct during critical moments.

Defensively, Dudek stands out with an impressive possession-adjusted interceptions rate of 3.68 per game, coupled with 5.25 challenges per game and a remarkable challenge success rate of 77%. These statistics highlight her effectiveness at disrupting opposition plays and maintaining defensive stability. Her ability to progress the ball is demonstrated by her progressive carrying distance of 43.33 meters per game and a progressive passing distance of 554.69 meters per game, reflecting her role not just as a stopper, but as a playmaker from the back. Her ranking as the third-best playmaker signifies her influence in building plays from the defensive lines. With an estimated transfer value of €256K, Paulina Dudek's profile as a Defending Leader showcases her as a valuable asset to PSG's ambitions in the league.