Stina Niklasson

Stina Niklasson is a seasoned Swedish football player, currently showcasing her talents at Eskilstuna United in the Elitettan league. As a left-back, she is known for her defensive acumen rather than her goal-scoring prowess. At 35, Niklasson has provided a wealth of experience to her team's backline, appearing in 14 games this season with a total of 966 minutes played. While she has yet to score or assist this season, her contributions go beyond the conventional metrics of goals and assists, focusing instead on her physical defensive play.

Niklasson’s defensive statistics highlight her aptitude in disrupting opposition play, with an impressive 4.84 interceptions per game. Her ability to read the game ensures she is often in the right place at the right time to break up attacks. Despite having a challenge success rate of 0%, her commitment to defensive duties is evident in the volume of challenges she attempts, averaging 10.63 per game. Additionally, her capabilities extend to advancing the ball up the field, as illustrated by her average progressive carrying distance of 117.73 meters per game and progressive passing distance of 355.22 meters. With a Playmaker Rank of 2.5, Niklasson provides a vital link between defense and attack, contributing to Eskilstuna United's efforts in the league.