S. Taniguchi — season analysis
Shogo Taniguchi (Japan) earns his living stopping attacks: the defender is part of the St. Truiden (Pro League) defensive core in 2025/26. At 34, he brings the experience of a long career to the dressing room.
Over 38 appearances he has been directly involved in 2 goals: 1 scored, 1 set up. That comes across 2,962 minutes on the pitch, or 0.03 goals per 90 minutes and 0.06 goal involvements per 90. He has started 32 of those matches.
He has attempted 11 shots (18% finding the frame) and converts 9% of them. He creates chances too, with 10 key passes and 88% passing accuracy. Off the ball he has made 44 tackles and 40 interceptions, winning 58% of his duels.
Disciplinary record this season: 4 yellow. Put together, his season yields an IIG of 4.6, the league-weighted impact score explained on our about page.
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