Jacques Alaixys Romao: Europe’s Best Ball-Winner According to Study
While Togo faced disappointment with early elimination from the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations, midfielder Jacques Alaixys Romao continues to shine brightly at club level. A recent study by the Football Observatory, a Swiss-based research center, has revealed that Romao is the best ball-winner in Europe in his area of play.
Despite his national team’s struggles, Romao has been instrumental in Olympique de Marseille’s dominant run in Ligue 1, where the club sits at the top of the table. The study focused on the early part of the season and analyzed key performance metrics across the top five European leagues: England, Spain, Germany, Italy, and France.
According to the report, Romao is the player most effective at “minimizing opponents’ chances through efficient interception work.” He topped the charts relative to his teammates, proving his tactical value and defensive intelligence.
The study also highlighted other Marseille standouts:
Florian Thauvin: Recognized for his attacking ability and skill in creating danger through one-on-one confrontations.
Dimitri Payet: Noted as the most efficient at putting teammates in goal-scoring positions.
These strong individual performances help explain why Marseille is leading Paris Saint-Germain in the French league standings.
