Juha Pirinen is a Finnish defender, versatile across the back line but most commonly deployed at left-back, currently playing for AC Oulu in the Veikkausliiga. At 34, Pirinen is an experienced international who has played in multiple European countries. He began his career at HJK Helsinki, winning Finnish league titles, before moving abroad to Denmark with FC Midtjylland and later to Poland. His defensive solidity and ability to contribute in attack made him a regular for the Finnish national team. His main honors include multiple Finnish championships and domestic cups. A modern full-back comfortable in possession, Pirinen's game combines defensive diligence with supportive overlapping runs. He remains a key leader and reliable performer in the Finnish top flight, bringing top-level experience to his side.