The Weightless Wonder: How Momoko Tanikawa Is Rewriting the Playmaker Blueprint
About this episode
This episode explores the rise of Momoko Tanikawa, a standout midfielder in women's football.
Momoko Tanikawa has gone from a JFA Academy prodigy to one of the most electrifying midfielders on the planet. In this episode, we chart her spectacular rise, from tearing up the Swedish league with FC Rosengård to securing a treble with Bayern Munich alongside Pernille Harder. We break down her "Jamal Musiala-esque" playing style, her breathtaking 35-meter Olympic winner against Brazil, and why Japan's newest No. 10 is destined for the very top of the world game. Momoko Tanikawa, Bayern Munich Frauen, Nadeshiko Japan, women's football, tactical analysis
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