Susan Bejarano

Susan Bejarano is a steadfast presence in the midfield for Atlas in Liga MX Femenil, where she plays the crucial role of a central defensive midfielder. At 29 years old, the Mexican national exemplifies the traditional "Anchor" archetype, tasked with breaking up opposition play and providing stability to her team's defensive setup. In the current season, she has clocked 1,105 minutes over 13 games, underscoring her importance and consistency in the team's tactical approach. Bejarano's technical stats are indicative of her defensive focus, with a high volume of possession-adjusted interceptions, averaging 5.05 per 90 minutes, and challenges hitting 7.74 per 90, although her challenge success rate remains notably low at 0%.

Despite not contributing goals or assists, Bejarano's strengths lie in her ability to transition play and maintain a robust defensive midfield presence. Her progressive carrying distance per 90 minutes stands at 46.31, showing her capacity to carry the ball forward effectively, although it’s her passing that truly sets her apart. With a progressive passing distance averaging 224.15 meters per 90 minutes, Bejarano is integral in pushing the team upfield and distributing the ball to more attack-oriented players. Rated at a 2.5 in playmaker rank, she fulfills her role by ensuring possession is retained and pressure is alleviated from the back line. While having an estimated transfer value of €0, her impact on the pitch remains invaluable, particularly in anchoring the midfield and enhancing the defensive resilience of Atlas.