S. Essende — season analysis
Few things define Samuel Emmanuel Essende Mbongu (France) better than the scoresheet — the BSC Young Boys (Super League) forward is one of the squad's main goal threats in 2026/27.
Over 7 appearances he has been directly involved in 10 goals: 7 scored, 3 set up. That comes across 622 minutes on the pitch, or 1.01 goals per 90 minutes and 1.45 goal involvements per 90. He has started 7 of those matches. That works out to a goal roughly every 89 minutes.
From 30 shots, 47% on target, his shot conversion is 23%. On the creative side he has produced 14 key passes while completing 79% of his passes. In one-on-ones he completes 65% of his dribbles.
He wins 53% of his duels. 2 of his goals have come from the penalty spot. Disciplinary record this season: 2 yellow. All of it condenses into an IIG (Striker Impact Index) of 13.7 this season — our league-weighted composite of goals, rating and assists.