Brenda Bonfanti

This flamboyant full-back is a force to be reckoned with in the air, dominating the flank with explosive speed and stamina even if she sometimes lacks tactical intelligence. To find her focus, she insists on eating a lemon slice, peel and all, right before kick-off, a quirky habit that never fails to leave her teammates bewildered. Her incredible ability to win every header more than makes up for whatever craziness she brings to her match-day ritual.