Yuzuho Shiokoshi

Yuzuho Shiokoshi is a forward for the Urawa Reds in Japan's WE League, where she has built a reputation as a strategic playmaker. At 27, she brings a compelling blend of experience and skill to the pitch, making impactful contributions to her team. While her goal-scoring record stands at 0.2 goals per game, her strengths lie elsewhere, notably in her ability to maintain possession and create opportunities for her teammates. Her expected goals (xG) per game is 0.27, indicating she positions herself effectively to threaten the opposition, even though her primary role involves orchestrating plays rather than finishing them.

Shiokoshi’s game is characterized by her adeptness at ball distribution and her strategic field vision, as seen in her progressive passing distance of 218.24 meters per game. Despite a challenge success rate of 0%, her role as a creator on the field is evidenced by her playmaker rank of 4.5. She is actively involved in defense as well, with possession-adjusted statistics showing she has 5.49 interceptions and 6.18 challenges per game. Her progressive carrying distance of 49.9 meters per game showcases her ability to advance play, despite not being known for taking shots herself. Shiokoshi’s contributions are pivotal to the Urawa Reds, impacting the game through her vision and tactical intelligence.