Karidia Koanda

This force of nature from Burkina Faso dominates the midfield with her imperial aerial presence and ruthless slide tackles, even if she occasionally lacks explosive pace. Before every kick-off, she demands her teammates braid a blade of grass behind her ear, an absurd ritual that leaves the locker room equal parts amused and intimidated. Her undeniable charisma turns this strange superstition into a signal of total confidence for the entire squad.