Denise Bowler

This English centre-back dominates the air with absurd leaping ability and a recovery speed that terrifies any striker. While her tactical decision-making can be overly fiery, she is a force of nature, often confounding her teammates by kissing a piece of burnt toast tucked into her boot before kickoff. Once the whistle blows, her relentless aggression transforms her into an immovable wall of defensive intensity.