A. Esaka — season analysis
At Fagiano Okayama (J1 League), Ataru Esaka (Japan) covers the forward positions in 2026/27 — here is what his season looks like in numbers. At 33, he brings the experience of a long career to the dressing room.
So far he has scored 3 goals and provided 3 assists in 20 appearances — 6 goal contributions in total. That comes across 1,556 minutes on the pitch, or 0.17 goals per 90 minutes and 0.35 goal involvements per 90. He has started 19 of those matches.
From 22 shots, 36% on target, his shot conversion is 14%. On the creative side he has produced 24 key passes while completing 69% of his passes. 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 6.6 this season — our league-weighted composite of goals, rating and assists.