Soccer is full of stars. We all know Messi, Ronaldo, Mbappé, and Haaland. But what about the players who do the hard work and don’t get the spotlight? In 2025, some incredible players still fly under the radar.
These guys aren’t regular headline-makers, but they’re crucial to their teams. Let’s celebrate the Top 10 Most Underrated Soccer Players of 2025. You might not see them on every poster, but you’ll definitely want them on your team!
10. Matteo Vitale (Italy – Bologna)
Vitale is Bologna’s midfield engine. He wins tackles, makes smart passes, and never stops running. He doesn’t score many, but without him, Bologna would crumble. His awareness is next level.
9. Evan Ndicka (France – AS Roma)
Ndicka is a rock at the back. Fast, strong, and calm under pressure. He’s like a modern-day wall. He rarely makes mistakes and can even push forward when needed. Still, he doesn’t get the praise he deserves.
8. Mohammed Kudus (Ghana – West Ham)
Kudus has magic in his boots. He’s creative, quick, and loves to take on defenders. At West Ham, he brings energy and skill to the midfield. Ghanaian fans know his worth, the rest of the world is catching up.
7. Dani Carvajal (Spain – Real Madrid)
Carvajal has been consistent for years. He defends well, supports attacks, and has won it all. But somehow, he’s often overlooked when people talk about elite full-backs. Don’t sleep on Dani!
6. Daichi Kamada (Japan – Lazio)
Kamada is smooth on the ball. He reads the game beautifully and has a knack for scoring from midfield. He rarely loses the ball and makes his teammates better. Lazio fans love him, but more people should.
5. James Ward-Prowse (England – West Ham)
Set-piece king! Ward-Prowse can place a ball anywhere. Free kicks, corners, long passes—you name it. Yet, he’s not mentioned enough when we talk about top midfielders. He’s more than just a dead-ball specialist.
4. Jeremie Frimpong (Netherlands – Bayer Leverkusen)
Frimpong is lightning fast! He’s a full-back who loves to attack. His runs tear defenses apart. He’s also improving on defense. Still young, still underrated, and still very dangerous.
3. Nico Williams (Spain – Athletic Bilbao)
Forget his brother Iñaki for a second. Nico is a rising star. Great pace, smart movement, and a wicked cross. He’s key to Bilbao’s attack but doesn’t get the media love he should. That might change soon.
2. Teun Koopmeiners (Netherlands – Atalanta)
Koopmeiners is a midfield artist. He controls the tempo and is dangerous from distance. He scores important goals too. He’s been great for Atalanta, but casual fans often skip his name. Not fair at all.
1. Martin Ødegaard (Norway – Arsenal)
You may be surprised to see Ødegaard here. After all, he’s Arsenal’s captain. But despite his performances, he still isn’t rated as highly as he should be among global stars. Creative, cool, and classy, he’s the heart of the Gunners.
He shows leadership, vision, and skill every game. He makes Arsenal tick. Yet, people still look past him when naming the best midfielders in the world. Time to change that!
Final Thoughts
Soccer isn’t just about the flashy goals and headlines. It’s about the players who put in the work — every. single. game. These 10 stars of 2025 may not grab the biggest spotlight, but they deserve your applause.
Watch more than just the goals. Give these underrated legends the credit they’ve earned. Who knows, your next favorite player might just be on this list!