Player: Rodri
Serie: Topps Match Attax 2024/2025
Type: Man of the Match Signature Style
Card #: 397
Rodrigo Hernández Cascante, commonly known as Rodri, was born on June 22, 1996, in Madrid, Spain. He is a professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for Manchester City and the Spanish national team. Renowned for his tactical intelligence, passing ability, and physical presence, Rodri is widely regarded as one of the best midfielders in the world.
In the 2024/2025 Premier League season, Rodri has made 28 appearances, scoring 3 goals and providing 2 assists. His contributions include an average of 2.3 key passes per match and a pass completion rate of 91.8%, showcasing his ability to control the tempo of games. Additionally, he has featured in the UEFA Champions League, playing 9 matches and scoring 1 goal. Across all competitions this season, Rodri has played 42 matches, scoring 4 goals and delivering 3 assists.
Standing at 1.91 meters tall, Rodri combines physical dominance with technical finesse, making him effective in both defensive and attacking transitions. Over his career, he has accumulated 174 appearances for Manchester City, scoring 22 goals. His performances have been instrumental in City’s success, including their historic treble in the 2022/2023 season, where Rodri scored the decisive goal in the UEFA Champions League final.
Internationally, Rodri has earned 57 caps for Spain, scoring 4 goals. He played a crucial role in Spain’s UEFA Nations League victory in 2023 and their triumph at Euro 2024, where he was named Player of the Tournament.
Rodri’s journey began at Atlético Madrid’s youth academy before he moved to Villarreal and later joined Manchester City in 2019 for a transfer fee of €70 million.
