Samson Balogun

After a bizarre lawnmower-related thigh accident threatened his career, this friendly Nigerian powerhouse channeled his frustration into perfecting his blinding speed, turning him into a defensive speedster who chases down any striker. While his penchant for reckless, albeit enthusiastic, tackling occasionally leaves him out of position, his elite recovery pace ensures he remains an impassable wall. His radiant personality off the pitch is matched only by his relentless intensity when he is shutting down the attack.