Tuuli Enkkilä, a dedicated Central Defensive Midfielder for HJK in the Kansallinen Liiga, is a notable presence on the field for her physicality and game-reading aptitude. At only 24 years old, the Finnish national has already demonstrated her tactical acumen and defensive prowess over 10 games this season. Playing 514 minutes, Enkkilä has carved out a significant role in her team's setup, where her primary focus remains on disrupting opposition play and anchoring her team's midfield.
Enkkilä’s player archetype is aptly described as an "Anchor," emphasizing her responsibility in shielding the defense and breaking up plays. Despite her zero goals and assists this season, she contributes with her defensive capabilities, boasting 7.98 interceptions per game on a possession-adjusted basis. Her challenge engagement is substantial, with 12.82 challenges per game. Although her challenge success rate is recorded at 0%, indicating room for improvement in tackling efficiency, her impact is seen in her ability to position herself effectively to disrupt the opponent’s play. Her passing game is also noteworthy, contributing an impressive progressive passing distance of 368.74 meters per game, facilitating the team's transition from defense to attack and solidifying her role as a reliable pivot in midfield. With an xG per game of 0.2, the stats reflect a defensive-focused player whose contributions go beyond just raw scoring metrics.