
Axel Witsel
Girona FC/D/
Player Info
Axel Witsel is a commanding defensive midfielder and centre-back whose experience and tactical intelligence have made him a vital presence for Girona FC in La Liga. The Belgian international, now 37, is widely respected as a model of consistency and a leader on the pitch. His professional journey began at Standard Liège, where his powerful displays earned him a move to Benfica in 2011. A key spell in Russia with Zenit Saint Petersburg followed, where he won multiple league titles, before establishing himself at Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga. His career later took him to Atlético Madrid, where he added a Spanish league title to his collection, before joining Girona. His main honors include league championships in Belgium, Russia, Germany, and Spain, along with numerous domestic cups. He has also earned over 120 caps for Belgium, playing in multiple World Cups and European Championships. Known for his composure, precise passing, and ability to break up play, Witsel remains a crucial figure, adapting his game to provide stability at the heart of Girona's defense.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2025/08/13
Signed
2025/08/11
Signed
2025/06/30
Terminated
2022/07/05
Signed
2018/08/05
20000000€
Transfer
2017/01/02
20000000€
Transfer
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
2025-2026
Matches
Games Played
20
Games Started
18
Minutes Per Game
1552
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
1
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
16
Accurate Passes Per Game
757
Key Passes Per Game
11
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
25
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
3
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
24
Interceptions Per Game
18
Clearances Per Game
40
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
3
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
1
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
25
Be Fouled Per Game
23










