Amir Barati

After shattering his forearm during an intense arm-wrestling match that went wrong, this Iranian midfielder channelled that frustration into becoming an unstoppable force in aerial duels. His ice-cold composure masks explosive athletic prowess, even if his first touch can occasionally prove unpolished. He remains a calm, powerful engine on the pitch who uses his physical stature to dictate the tempo of the game with total serenity.