A. Esaka — season analysis
Ataru Esaka (Japan) does his best work between the lines for Fagiano Okayama (J1 League), and his 2025/26 numbers lean clearly toward creation. At 33, he brings the experience of a long career to the dressing room.
So far he has scored 6 goals and provided 5 assists in 38 appearances — 11 goal contributions in total. That comes across 2,909 minutes on the pitch, or 0.19 goals per 90 minutes and 0.34 goal involvements per 90. He has started 36 of those matches.
On the creative side he has produced 53 key passes. From 35 shots, 51% on target, his shot conversion is 17%. In one-on-ones he completes 44% of his dribbles.
He wins 52% of his duels. Disciplinary record this season: 1 yellow. All of it condenses into an IIG (Striker Impact Index) of 10 this season — our league-weighted composite of goals, rating and assists.
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