Xènia Pérez Almiñana

Xènia Pérez Almiñana has established herself as a formidable presence in the heart of Atletico Madrid's defense. At 25, she plays as a center-back in Spain's top-tier league, Liga F, and her performances on the pitch reflect a player with sharp defensive instincts and leadership qualities. During the season, she has been a reliable figure, featuring in 14 games and amassing 1090 minutes on the field. Her positional awareness and tactical acumen have contributed to a solid defensive record, underscored by her possession-adjusted 4.37 interceptions per game. Known as a Defending Leader, Xènia's defensive contributions are instrumental to her team's success.

Although Pérez Almiñana primarily focuses on defensive duties, she occasionally ventures forward with an xG of 0.11 per game and scoring an average of 0.09 goals per game. She attempts 1.23 shots per game, highlighting her ability to contribute offensively during set pieces. Her progressive passing skills are notable, with an impressive 441.81 progressive passing distance per game, reflecting her ability to initiate attacks from deep. Complementing this is her progressive carrying distance of 31.28, indicating her willingness to drive the ball forward under the right circumstances. With a possession-adjusted 2.46 challenges per game and a challenge success rate of 51%, Xènia maintains a balanced approach to aggressive defense. Ranked 2.5 in playmaking, she combines defensive prowess with an ability to influence the game, and her estimated transfer value of €322K reflects her growing reputation in European football.