Renata Huerta

Renata Huerta is a promising young talent playing as a central attacking midfielder for Cruz Azul in the Liga MX Femenil. At just 20 years old, Huerta has gained valuable experience with 31 games under her belt, amassing a total of 1581 minutes on the field. As a Mexican national, her performance reflects not only her dedication to her club but also her potential for future contributions to the national women’s football scene. Despite a modest goals per 90 rate of 0.06 and no assists per 90, her role as a "Worker" in the team highlights her relentless focus on facilitating play and supporting her teammates.

Huerta's underlying metrics demonstrate her impact beyond scoring, with a notable xG per 90 of 0.13 indicating potential in dangerous positions, even if the final execution often involves assisting actions rather than direct shots. Her progressive passing distance per 90 of 111.11 stands out, underscoring her ability to drive play forward and link midfield with attack seamlessly. Defensively, Huerta offers significant contributions with 1.97 interceptions per 90 (possession-adjusted) and 6.01 challenges per 90, even though her challenge success rate suggests areas for growth. Renata's overall playmaker rank of 2.5 and her penchant for a high-paced, effort-driven style make her a key contributor to Cruz Azul’s dynamic.