Valeria Valdez Varela

Valeria Valdez Varela is a pivotal central midfielder for Monterrey in the Liga MX Femenil. At 30, she has carved out a niche as a reliable anchor in the heart of the midfield, showcasing her adeptness in both defensive and playmaking roles. Across 28 league appearances, Valdez Varela has accumulated 1,061 minutes on the pitch, a testament to her durability and importance to the team. Known for her defensive tenacity, she makes an impressive 8.35 possession-adjusted interceptions per game, paired with 8.82 possession-adjusted challenges. Despite a recorded challenge success rate of 0%, her efforts disrupt opposing plays, highlighting her role in the defensive structure.

Valdez Varela's contributions extend beyond defense as she effectively links the backline to the attack. With a progressive carrying distance of 63.33 per game and an impressive progressive passing distance of 303.61 per game, she orchestrates transitions with skill and precision. While her role isn't centered on goal contributions, with a goal record of 0.09 per game and no assists thus far, her playmaking abilities have earned her a Playmaker Rank of 3 within her team, signaling her valuable presence in build-up play. Her xG per game of 0.05 and lack of shots per game indicate her primary focus on supporting teammates rather than taking on scoring opportunities herself. As an "Anchor" archetype, Valdez Varela's influence in match control and game management is crucial to Monterrey's aspirations in the league.