As a seasoned football manager with decades of experience under my belt, I must say that the attributes and playstyles you’ve mentioned for different positions are spot on! The way a player performs on the pitch can be significantly influenced by these traits.
As a passionate film enthusiast diving back into FC 25, I’m thrilled to find that the introduction of PlayStyles has significantly reshaped the gaming experience. It’s crucial now more than ever to understand which PlayStyle suits each position, as it plays a pivotal role in shaping the gameplay dynamics.
This year, unlike the previous one, goalkeepers don’t have the same traits as before; instead, they have individual PlayStyles that enhance various elements of each keeper’s performance on the field.
This can range from kicking to throwing and more.
If you missed it last time around, let’s go over Playstyles and which ones are optimal for different parts of the field this season.
What do PlayStyles do in FC 25?
PlayStyles specifically amplify specific components of a player’s abilities, elevating some of their skills, making them exceptional in particular domains.
There are two types of PlayStyles: the standard one, of which plenty of players have more than one, and the PlayStyle+, which few players have.
In the course of the Ultimate Team gameplay, certain cards may be introduced with multiple PlayStyles, yet having just one of them can provide a significant edge at the beginning stages.
With the addition of the Goalkeeper PlayStyles, there are now six categories in the game, which we’ve listed below:
- Scoring
- Passing
- Ball control
- Defending
- Physical
- Goalkeeper
The best PlayStyles for each position in FC 25
Finding players with the enhanced PlayStyle+ feature would be incredibly beneficial, but if you can only locate players using the standard version, they’ll still provide an enhancement to your team member, albeit not as substantial as the enhanced version.
Based on where a player is positioned on the field, certain PlayStyles work better. Here, we’ve highlighted the most effective PlayStyles for each position.
Best PlayStyles for Goalkeepers
To put it simply, all Goalkeeper PlayStyles can offer some benefit, but the “Rush Out” style might not prove particularly useful unless you intentionally move your goalkeeper outside the penalty area. The top-performing strategies, though, are:
- Footwork: Increases saves with feet
- Cross Claimer: Keeper is more prone to running out and claiming crosses
- Long Ball Pass: Increases the accuracy when passing the ball long
Best PlayStyles for full-backs
The preferred PlayStyles on the full-back are entirely dependent on whether you prefer your full-back to be more offensive or defensive.
If you flip their roles too, there’s a possibility that short passing could become our main focus. Therefore, there are many factors to take into account when it comes to this position with the updated Player Positions.
However, here are the ones we think are best for this position:
- Jockey: Increases how successful a player is defending in a 1v1 situation, helpful in preventing wingers
- Relentless: With how full-backs play, they cover a lot of ground, so this will enhance their stamina
- Whipped Pass: Increases the accuracy, pace and curve of crosses from out wide
Best PlayStyles for CB
In this context, it’s crucial to prioritize defensive strategies. Yet, contemporary defense isn’t just about holding ground; it also involves distributing the ball effectively from the back and precisely sending it to our wingers.
- Block: Increased reach when performing blocks
- Long Ball Pass: Increases the accuracy when passing the ball long
- Anticipate: Improve standing tackle chance and increase ability to retain possession after a tackle
Best PlayStyles for centre midfielders
Based on your preferred style of midfielder, the approach can differ significantly between offensive-minded players and those who prioritize defense.
For that reason, we’re dividing this position into two sections, with PlayStyles for each one:
Defensive midfield
- Anticipate: Improve standing tackle chance and increase ability to retain possession after a tackle
- Block: Increased reach when performing blocks
- Tiki Taka: First-time passes are more accurate with increased pace on the ball, helpful for passing out of tight spots
Central midfield/Attacking midfield
- Tiki Taka: First-time passes are more accurate with increased pace on the ball, helpful for passing out of tight spots
- Press Proven: Player keeps the ball well when in possession and under pressure
- Incisive Pass: Increased accuracy on defence-splitting passes and through balls
- First Touch: Improves a player’s first touch, so they have a higher chance of receiving it and keeping it under pressure
Best PlayStyles for wingers
The wing positions will likely pose a formidable offensive challenge, ideally characterized by swiftness, cunning moves, and a knack for scoring goals.
For some individuals, it might be more effective if their wide players stay close to the sideline and aim for crosses. Therefore, the accuracy and skill in ball passing by the players should not be overlooked.
- Whipped Pass: Increases the accuracy, pace and curve of crosses from out wide
- Rapid: Use speed to knock the ball past opponents
- Quick-Step: Players accelerate quicker on and off the ball
- Finesse Shot: Finesse shots add more curve and accuracy when shooting
Best PlayStyles for strikers
Forwards (strikers) share some similarities with wingers, but what makes them unique is their ability to pose an aerial threat and establish a stronger physical presence within the penalty area.
Regardless of the type of striker you go for, making sure they can score goals for fun is the most important thing.
- First Touch: Improves a player’s first touch, so they have a higher chance of receiving it and keeping it under pressure
- Quick-Step: Players accelerate quicker on and off the ball
- Aerial: Causes players to jump higher, offering a better chance of winning headers
- Power Shot: Adds extra speed to power shots
Beyond the previously listed PlayStyles, it’s also advantageous to have a player with the Dead Ball PlayStyle, enhancing their impact from free kicks and corners, thereby extending the strategic lineup further.
Lucky for me, I’ve got the freedom to switch up my free-kick specialist at any given moment. It’s all about finding the right player for the job!
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