Sascha Baumgartner

This calm Austrian wing-back dominates his flank with terrifying aerial power and explosive speed, though his reading of passing lanes sometimes lacks finesse. Before every match, he insists on juggling a raw apple for three minutes, an eccentricity his teammates now tolerate with amused smiles. He combines ferocious aggression with tireless stamina to lock down his side of the pitch without ever losing his composure.