Top Appearance Leaders Among Defenders in Europe's Top 5 Leagues: Koundé Leads the Pack
Top five league defender appearances: Koundé tops the list, followed by Dalot and Rudiger As the 2024-25 season draws to a close, various data are gradually emerging. In the defender appearance list, Barcelona's French defender Jules Koundé ranked first with an astonishing 52 appearances, becoming one of the defenders with the highest attendance rate in the top five European leagues this season. Koundé's performance can be described as stable and efficient. Not only has he repeatedly helped Barcelona resolve crises on the defensive end, but he has also played an important role in offensive organization. Whether playing as a central defender or a right back, Koundé can show a very high competitive level and excellent physical fitness. His high frequency of appearances also reflects his irreplaceable importance in Xavi's (or the current coach's) system. Following Koundé is Manchester United's Portuguese defender Diogo Dalot. This season, Dalot has also become a relia...