Mathias Ilboudo

This humble powerhouse dominates the midfield with terrifying strength and aerial command, though his acceleration can leave him chasing shadows against lightning-quick attackers. Before every match, he meticulously braids a small lucky string into his teammate's boot laces, leaving the squad both baffled and strangely reliant on his bizarre ritual. He is the ultimate anchor, blending grit and technical discipline into a force that defines the defensive third.