Tomoya Takemoto

This Japanese center-back is a silent fury on the pitch, capable of annihilating attackers with fierce aggression and impeccable sliding tackles, despite occasionally suffering from baffling tactical lapses. To keep his focus sharp, he insists on chewing exactly three pieces of green tea gum, an absurd ritual that leaves his teammates shaking their heads every single time. Despite his imposing size and speed, his reserved demeanor masks an unpredictable player who turns the defense into a battlefield.