Ilmari Niskanen
Exeter City/M/
FinlandPlayer Info
Ilmari Niskanen is a Finnish international winger whose electric pace and direct running have made him a key player for English League One side Exeter City. Born on October 27, 1997, the 28-year-old began his career in his homeland with KuPS, where his performances in the Veikkausliiga earned him a move to IFK Norrköping in Sweden. His success there paved the way for a transfer to Exeter City, where he has become a fan favorite for his relentless work rate and ability to deliver dangerous crosses from the right flank. Niskanen is a regular for the Finnish national team, having been part of their historic squad that qualified for UEFA Euro 2020. His club honors include a Finnish Cup winner's medal with KuPS. Nicknamed "The Finnish Flyer" by Exeter supporters, his style is defined by explosive acceleration and endless stamina, making him a constant outlet and a defensive nightmare for full-backs throughout a match.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2026/06/30
Exeter City
BlackpoolSigned
2023/08/14
Dundee UnitedExeter CitySigned
2021/08/19
FC IngolstadtDundee United350000€
Transfer
2020/09/17
KuPsFC Ingolstadt370000€
Transfer
2013/12/31
FC Kerho 07KuPsSigned
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
Exeter City
FA Cup2024-2025
Matches
Games Played
3
Games Started
3
Minutes Per Game
288
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
3
Accurate Passes Per Game
11
Key Passes Per Game
1
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
2
Accurate Crosses Per Game
1
Success Dribbles Per Game
0
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
3
Interceptions Per Game
1
Clearances Per Game
6
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
0
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
1
Be Fouled Per Game
3