Mariela Vega

After conquering her childhood fear of deep water by turning every swimming lesson into a sprint, this Peruvian defensive powerhouse now dominates the midfield with unparalleled physical command. She is an absolute wall in the air and a master of the perfectly timed slide, though her sheer aggression occasionally leads to clumsy standing tackles. With an ironclad mentality and endless stamina, she is as friendly off the pitch as she is merciless when reclaiming the ball.