For those who play Career or Ultimate Team, it’s always good to be aware of the best defenders in EA Sports FC 25. After all, players need to strengthen their squad in both modes.
To help you out, we’ve put together a list below of the highest rated players in the position, with their respective ages, nationalities, clubs and leagues. What’s more, we’ve analysed each player’s style of play.
Want a good passer? Marquinhos can help. Would you prefer someone who’s quick enough not to suffer in the one-on-one? Then Saliba is the answer.
See it all below 👇
Best EA Sports FC 25 center-backs
- Bremer (86)
- William Saliba (87)
- Marquinhos (87)
- Alessandro Bastoni (87)
- Wendie Renard (88)
- Rúben Dias (88)
- Antonio Rudiger (88)
- Irene Paredes (88)
- Mapi León (89)
- Virgil van Dijk (89)
10) Bremer
We open the list of the best centre-backs in EA Sports FC 25 with Bremer. The Brazilian is sure to be highly targeted in Ultimate Team, as he offers more than 80 points in defence, physique and pace – the three attributes that matter most for defenders in the mode.
9) William Saliba
William Saliba comes on strong as one of the most extraordinary centre-backs in the game. The Arsenal defender is tall, quick, has a good outlet for the ball and plenty of physical strength to contest tackles. A true colossus!
8) Marquinhos
Among the best centre-backs in EA Sports FC 25, Marquinhos is certainly the most technical. So if you’re looking for a defender with a good outlet (and who can even play as an improvised midfielder), the Brazilian is the right choice.
7) Alessandro Bastoni
Alessandro Bastoni is one of the big surprises in the top 10. After a respectable 2023/24 season in the Inter shirt, the Italian defender gained two points overall and became even more of a monster in defence.
6) Wendie Renard
Wendie Renard is also one of the best defenders in EA Sports FC 25. If it weren’t for her very low pace points (48), she’d be quite successful in Ultimate Team. But for those who play the Career mode, she could be a great signing, as her defensive attributes are impressive.
5) Rúben Dias
Once again, Rúben Dias is one of the best centre-backs in the game. The Portuguese centre-back from Manchester City is tall, technical and has a good sense of positioning. His only weakness is his pace.
4) Antonio Rudiger
Antonio Rudiger is also on the list of the best defenders in EA Sports FC 25. Beloved by many Ultimate Team players, the German will continue to be a success, as his card boasts high attributes in terms of pace, physical strength and defence.
3) Irene Paredes
Irene Paredes is another Barcelona defender who makes the list of the best defenders in EA Sports FC 25. With enviable physical strength, it’s hard to beat the Spaniard in tackles. A great centre-back to have!
2) Mapi León
Mapi León is an extremely technical centre-back who offers an incredible 83 passing points in the game (believe me, that’s a lot for her position). As if that wasn’t enough, she’s also solid in defence.
1) Virgil van Dijk
Virgil van Dijk rounds off the top 10. The Dutch centre-back is simply phenomenal in the game, scoring highly in almost every attribute. In other words: a tall, strong, technical and excellent aerial defender.
So what did you think of this list? Did you enjoy getting to know the best centre-backs in EA Sports FC 25? Let us know what you think in the comments!
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