Alimata Ballo

Towering and remarkably composed, she dominates the flank with clinical tackling and aggressive strength that leaves strikers stifled. Her teammates just watch in silent amusement as she ritualistically tapes a single raw garlic clove to her left shin pad to ward off poor positioning. While her endurance can occasionally betray her late in matches, her defensive IQ ensures she is always in the right place at the right time.