S. Saito — season analysis
Shunsuke Saito (Japan) gives KVC Westerlo (Jupiler Pro League) another option up front in 2025/26, mixing finishing with link-up play. At 20, he is still at the start of his career, which makes these numbers a projection as much as a record. He stands 173 cm and weighs 68 kg. He was born in Kanagawa, Japan.
Over 17 appearances he has been directly involved in 2 goals: 1 scored, 1 set up. That comes across 855 minutes on the pitch, or 0.11 goals per 90 minutes and 0.21 goal involvements per 90. He has started 10 of those matches.
He has attempted 13 shots (15% finding the frame) and converts 8% of them. He creates chances too, with 11 key passes and 75% passing accuracy. In one-on-ones he completes 48% of his dribbles.
He wins 44% of his duels. Disciplinary record this season: 2 yellow. Put together, his season yields an IIG of 3.4, the league-weighted impact score explained on our about page.
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