April/May WE League Monthly Best Offense Award Winners Announced

The WE League announces that Funa Mizuno (INAC Kobe Leonessa) has been selected as the winner of the WE League Monthly Best Offense Award for April/May, recognizing her outstanding performance during the 2025/26 SOMPO WE League season.

April/May WE League Monthly Best Offense Award

- Funa Mizuno (INAC Kobe Leonessa)

- Target Match 2025/26 SOMPO WE League Matchday 19: Mynavi Sendai vs. INAC Kobe Leonessa

- Target Scene 49th minute: A powerful and spectacular shot struck from outside the penalty area after cutting in from the right wing.

- Player Comment "I am honored to be selected for the Monthly Best Offense Award for April/May. This goal was the result of a move we had been working on in practice. In a phase where we were struggling to get shots on target, I decided to take a bold shot, and it paid off—I feel like I was able to demonstrate the results of my training. I am very happy to receive this award and will continue to work hard to contribute to the team's victory."

- Reasons for Selection (Selection Committee Chair: Ayumi Kaihori) "The powerful shot, released from a distance after breaking through the opposition using individual skill, was an exhilarating goal. It showed not only her aggressiveness in carrying the ball despite the opponent's defense but also her high technical skill and strong mindset in aiming for the goal with a precise finish."

WE League Monthly Offense/Defense Award Overview

- Eligible Tournaments 2025/26 SOMPO WE League (Excludes WE League Kracie Cup)

- Eligible Players All players who participated in the aforementioned tournament.

- Award Months August / September / October / November/December / February/March / April/May (6 times total)

- Selection Method - Each club nominates offense/defense scenes. - Fan and supporter voting is conducted. - A selection committee for the Monthly Best Offense/Defense Awards is held to determine the winners based on club nominations and fan voting results.

- Selection Committee Chair: Ayumi Kaihori (WE League Director) Member: Yukari Kinga (WE League Special Appointed Director) Member: Kenji Kawashima (Editorial Board Member, The Yomiuri Shimbun Tokyo Headquarters)

- Announcement In principle, announced in the month following the target month.