Toyohiko Uehara

After overcoming a severe grass allergy by training on asphalt, this flamboyant Japanese midfielder turned his hardship into blistering acceleration and spectacular dribbling skills. He sweeps across the pitch like a whirlwind, even though his relentless drive is occasionally held back by his shaky ball control at high speeds. His lack of vertical leap matters little when he leaves defenders trailing in his wake with sheer style and swagger.