Rina Funaki

Rina Funaki is a dedicated central attacking midfielder for Omiya Ardija Ventus in Japan's WE League. At 27, Funaki has established herself as a reliable and industrious player on the field, known for her significant contribution to the team's overall dynamics. Over the course of 17 games in the season, she has accumulated 932 minutes of playtime, stepping onto the pitch as a key figure in her team's midfield strategy. Despite her goals per game standing at 0.2, pointing to a modest scoring rate, Funaki's primary contributions lie in her playmaking and defensive duties.

Funaki's profile indicates her as a "Worker" archetype, a role that emphasizes her non-glamorous yet crucial contributions. Her impressive progressive carrying distance of 103.55 meters per game, combined with a progressive passing distance of 123.07 meters, highlights her ability to advance the ball efficiently, facilitating smoother transitions from defense to attack. Defensively, she shows prowess with 2.54 possession-adjusted interceptions and 2.84 challenges per game. While her challenge success rate is uncharacteristically low, her high level of involvement is reflected in her playmaker rank, which stands at 3.5. Despite an estimated transfer value of €0, her real value to Omiya Ardija Ventus cannot be underestimated, as she tirelessly anchors the midfield with her hard work and tactical intelligence.