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FORMATIONS

How to play

The system relies on a flat back four, a midfield that has all-round skills and two forwards.

The 4-4-2 had been a favourite of Sir Alex Ferguson's successful Manchester United sides. It's also the traditional formation that players are taught in England.

The forwards in the formation normally act as 'pair', similar to the partnership of Andy Cole and Dwight Yorke during Manchester United's treble winning season of 1999.

This formation uses a four man attack with the added security of two holding midfielders. The system is secured by a standard back four.

Of the four attackers, one is generally an attacking midfield player who will 'sit in' when defensively required. Counter attacks can be used to great effect with this set-up, as demonstrated by Roberto Mancini's former Manchester City team.

This system is flexible and adapts to different attacking situations.

Two very forward players (target men) are supported by a mobile 3 man midfield. Wing backs patrol the flanks and attack when needed, whilst a libero (ball playing centre back) can push the team further up the pitch when bringing the ball out of defence.

This can create space for the 5 players in front of him, as it will cause uncertainty as to who should try and close him down.

The system relies on a flat back four, a midfield that has all-round skills and two forwards.

The only difference is that instead of a straight four in midfield, it is switched into a 'diamond' creating a defensive player to protect the defence and an attacking (No.10) role to support attacks.

This formation is a more defensive one but has elements to be attacking. A flat back four, three central midfielders, two wingers and a centre forward make it congested in the middle of the pitch.

The two wide players in the midfield have the task of providing plenty of crosses. The centre forward usually has to be tall to head the crosses and that can put its back to goal to control passes.

Jose Mourinho's Chelsea team used this formation to win back-to-back Premier League titles between 2004 & 2006.

A formation experimented by Louis van Gaal and has took Manchester United's players time to slowly adapt to this setup in the 2014-2015 season.

The two wing (full)backs in the midfield are seen as wingers who control either flank. This means these individuals have to be physically fit and have excellent stamina as they attack to help the two strikers and defend to assist the three centre backs.

In practice, 3-5-2 is simply 5-3-2 in an offensive (attacking) mode.

A setup made up of four defenders, two midfielders, three advanced midfielders (one playmaker, two wingers) and a striker.

Two midfielders are defensive. Ahead of them are the wingers, who usually work very near the touchline to spread out the opposition. The playmaker is the key, being the one who controls the attacking play. He is usually the most skillful, creative, tactically aware and is free to roam.

In the 2010 World Cup, three of the four semi-finalists used this system (Germany, Spain and Netherlands).

Striker

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Goalkeeper

Gianluigi Buffon: World's Most Expensive GK!

One of ...

Peter Schmeichel: Great Dane

A Manch...

Goalkeeper

The last line of defence for any team.

Skills Required:

Bravery | Agility | Reflexes | Communication

Watch the legends:

Gianluigi Buffon: World's Most Expensive GK!
Peter Schmeichel: Great Dane
Iker Casillas: The Saint

See today's stars:

David de Gea: New No.1
Joe Hart: Golden Gloves
Manuel Neuer: Sweeper-Keeper

Right Back

Cafu: The Express Train

A Brazi...

Javier Zanetti: The Tractor

A caree...

Right Back

The right-hand side of the defence.

Skills Required:

Pace | Stamina | Awareness | Timing

Watch the legends:

Cafu: The Express Train
Javier Zanetti: The Tractor
Lilian Thuram: The Philosopher

See today's stars:

Pablo Zabaleta: Complete Fullback
Philipp Lahm: The Little Giant
Dani Alves: Confident Character

Centre Back

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object

An expe...

Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull

Given t...

Centre Back

The centre of any defence.

Skills Required:

Bravery | Positioning | Communication | Timing

Watch the legends:

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object
Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull
Tony Adams: Loyal Custodian

See today's stars:

Sergio Ramos: The Saviour
Mats Hummels: German Efficiency
Gary Cahill: Classy Defender

Centre Back

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object

An expe...

Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull

Given t...

Centre Back

The centre of any defence.

Skills Required:

Bravery | Positioning | Communication | Timing

Watch the legends:

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object
Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull
Tony Adams: Loyal Custodian

See today's stars:

Sergio Ramos: The Saviour
Mats Hummels: German Efficiency
Gary Cahill: Classy Defender

Left Back

Ashley Cole: Record Holder!

Part of...

Paolo Maldini: The Legend of Milan

A one c...

Left Back

The left-hand side of the defence.

Skills Required:

Pace | Stamina | Awareness | Timing

Watch the legends:

Ashley Cole: Record Holder!
Paolo Maldini: The Legend of Milan
Roberto Carlos: Bullet Man!

See today's stars:

Marcelo: Pocket Rocket
Jordi Alba: Roadrunner
David Alaba: The Brightest Star

Right Midfielder

David Beckham: The Icon

A world...

Chris Waddle: Magic Man

Some of...

Right Midfielder

The right-sided player in a normal formation.

Skills Required:

Technique | Vision | Crossing | Communication

Watch the legends:

David Beckham: The Icon
Chris Waddle: Magic Man
Robert Prosinecki: The Brazilian Croatian

See today's stars:

Julian Draxler: Hot Property
Antonio Valencia: Speed Demon
Darren Fletcher: Mr Reliable

Centre Midfielder

Xavi: The Puppet Master

Current...

Andrea Pirlo: The Architect

Probabl...

Centre Midfielder

The all rounder of the team.

Skills Required:

Vision | Fitness | Confidence | Tackling

Watch the legends:

Xavi: The Puppet Master
Andrea Pirlo: The Architect
Steven Gerrard: Liverpool Legend

See today's stars:

Jack Wilshere: Super Jack
Bastian Schweinsteiger: Midfield Motor
Cesc Fabregas: Cescbomb

Left Midfielder

Rui Costa: The Maestro

A very ...

Pavel Nedved: The Czech Cannon

One of ...

Left Midfielder

The left-sided player in normal formation.

Skills Required:

Technique | Vision | Crossing | Communication

Watch the legends:

Rui Costa: The Maestro
Pavel Nedved: The Czech Cannon
Juan Roman Riquelme: The 'Playmaker'

See today's stars:

Adnan Januzaj: Young Hopeful
Fabian Delph: The Dynamo
Siem de Jong: The Captain

Striker

Ronaldo: The Phenomenon

Ronaldo...

Thierry Henry: French Assassin

The&nbs...

Striker

The goalscorer!

Skills Required:

Quick Feet | Finishing | Pace | Bravery

Watch the legends:

Ronaldo: The Phenomenon
Thierry Henry: French Assassin
Ruud van Nistelrooy: Goal Machine

See today's stars:

Sergio Aguero: Prolific Goalscorer
Luis Suarez: Jekyll & Hyde
Robin van Persie: Flying Dutchman

Striker

Ronaldo: The Phenomenon

Ronaldo...

Thierry Henry: French Assassin

The&nbs...

Striker

The goalscorer!

Skills Required:

Quick Feet | Finishing | Pace | Bravery

Watch the legends:

Ronaldo: The Phenomenon
Thierry Henry: French Assassin
Ruud van Nistelrooy: Goal Machine

See today's stars:

Sergio Aguero: Prolific Goalscorer
Luis Suarez: Jekyll & Hyde
Robin van Persie: Flying Dutchman

Centre Midfielder

Xavi: The Puppet Master

Current...

Andrea Pirlo: The Architect

Probabl...

Centre Midfielder

The all rounder of the team.

Skills Required:

Vision | Fitness | Confidence | Tackling

Watch the legends:

Xavi: The Puppet Master
Andrea Pirlo: The Architect
Steven Gerrard: Liverpool Legend

See today's stars:

Jack Wilshere: Super Jack
Bastian Schweinsteiger: Midfield Motor
Cesc Fabregas: Cescbomb

Goalkeeper

Gianluigi Buffon: World's Most Expensive GK!

One of ...

Peter Schmeichel: Great Dane

A Manch...

Goalkeeper

The last line of defence for any team.

Skills Required:

Bravery | Agility | Reflexes | Communication

Watch the legends:

Gianluigi Buffon: World's Most Expensive GK!
Peter Schmeichel: Great Dane
Iker Casillas: The Saint

See today's stars:

David de Gea: New No.1
Joe Hart: Golden Gloves
Manuel Neuer: Sweeper-Keeper

Striker

Ronaldo: The Phenomenon

Ronaldo...

Thierry Henry: French Assassin

The&nbs...

Striker

The goalscorer!

Skills Required:

Quick Feet | Finishing | Pace | Bravery

Watch the legends:

Ronaldo: The Phenomenon
Thierry Henry: French Assassin
Ruud van Nistelrooy: Goal Machine

See today's stars:

Sergio Aguero: Prolific Goalscorer
Luis Suarez: Jekyll & Hyde
Robin van Persie: Flying Dutchman

Right Winger

Juninho Paulista: The Little Fella

A legen...

Luis Figo: Pure Talent

A legen...

Right Winger

An attacking left-sided player.

Skills Required:

Acceleration | Dribbling | Stamina | Accuracy

Watch the legends:

Juninho Paulista: The Little Fella
Luis Figo: Pure Talent
Michael Laudrup: The Genius

See today's stars:

Cristiano Ronaldo: Record Breaker
Angel Di Maria: Amazing Argentine
Franck Ribery: Ferraribery

Left Winger

Ryan Giggs: Welsh Wizard

One of ...

Bryan Roy: Gifted Player

A playe...

Left Winger

An attacking left-sided player.

Skills Required:

Acceleration | Dribbling | Stamina | Accuracy

Watch the legends:

Ryan Giggs: Welsh Wizard
Bryan Roy: Gifted Player
Ronaldinho: Super Skills

See today's stars:

Gareth Bale: Welsh Wonder
Neymar Junior: Future Legend
Arjen Robben: Amazing Lefty

Holding (Defensive) Midfielder

Patrick Vieira: Midfield Sergeant

Remembe...

Frank Rijkaard: World Class Player & Coach

One of ...

Holding (Defensive) Midfielder

A midfielder who sits in front of the defence.

Skills Required:

Tackling | Discipline | Communication | Passing

Watch the legends:

Patrick Vieira: Midfield Sergeant
Frank Rijkaard: World Class Player & Coach
Claude Makelele: The Battery

See today's stars:

Nigel de Jong: The Terrier
Sami Khedira: German Bruiser
Michael Carrick: The Statman

Attacking Midfielder

Zinedine Zidane: Elegant Frenchman

A playe...

Diego Maradona: A True Great

Arguabl...

Attacking Midfielder

A midfielder who gets involved with attacking the opposition.

Skills Required:

Finishing | Confidence | Bravery | Technique

Watch the legends:

Zinedine Zidane: Elegant Frenchman
Diego Maradona: A True Great
Paul Gascoigne: The Famous 'Gazza'

See today's stars:

Alexis Sanchez: The Wonder Boy
Thomas Muller: German Attacker
Andres Iniesta: The Illusionist

Holding (Defensive) Midfielder

Patrick Vieira: Midfield Sergeant

Remembe...

Frank Rijkaard: World Class Player & Coach

One of ...

Holding (Defensive) Midfielder

A midfielder who sits in front of the defence.

Skills Required:

Tackling | Discipline | Communication | Passing

Watch the legends:

Patrick Vieira: Midfield Sergeant
Frank Rijkaard: World Class Player & Coach
Claude Makelele: The Battery

See today's stars:

Nigel de Jong: The Terrier
Sami Khedira: German Bruiser
Michael Carrick: The Statman

Right Back

Cafu: The Express Train

A Brazi...

Javier Zanetti: The Tractor

A caree...

Right Back

The right-hand side of the defence.

Skills Required:

Pace | Stamina | Awareness | Timing

Watch the legends:

Cafu: The Express Train
Javier Zanetti: The Tractor
Lilian Thuram: The Philosopher

See today's stars:

Pablo Zabaleta: Complete Fullback
Philipp Lahm: The Little Giant
Dani Alves: Confident Character

Centre Back

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object

An expe...

Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull

Given t...

Centre Back

The centre of any defence.

Skills Required:

Bravery | Positioning | Communication | Timing

Watch the legends:

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object
Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull
Tony Adams: Loyal Custodian

See today's stars:

Sergio Ramos: The Saviour
Mats Hummels: German Efficiency
Gary Cahill: Classy Defender

Centre Back

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object

An expe...

Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull

Given t...

Centre Back

The centre of any defence.

Skills Required:

Bravery | Positioning | Communication | Timing

Watch the legends:

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object
Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull
Tony Adams: Loyal Custodian

See today's stars:

Sergio Ramos: The Saviour
Mats Hummels: German Efficiency
Gary Cahill: Classy Defender

Left Back

Ashley Cole: Record Holder!

Part of...

Paolo Maldini: The Legend of Milan

A one c...

Left Back

The left-hand side of the defence.

Skills Required:

Pace | Stamina | Awareness | Timing

Watch the legends:

Ashley Cole: Record Holder!
Paolo Maldini: The Legend of Milan
Roberto Carlos: Bullet Man!

See today's stars:

Marcelo: Pocket Rocket
Jordi Alba: Roadrunner
David Alaba: The Brightest Star

Goalkeeper

Gianluigi Buffon: World's Most Expensive GK!

One of ...

Peter Schmeichel: Great Dane

A Manch...

Goalkeeper

The last line of defence for any team.

Skills Required:

Bravery | Agility | Reflexes | Communication

Watch the legends:

Gianluigi Buffon: World's Most Expensive GK!
Peter Schmeichel: Great Dane
Iker Casillas: The Saint

See today's stars:

David de Gea: New No.1
Joe Hart: Golden Gloves
Manuel Neuer: Sweeper-Keeper

Attacking Midfielder

Zinedine Zidane: Elegant Frenchman

A playe...

Diego Maradona: A True Great

Arguabl...

Attacking Midfielder

A midfielder who gets involved with attacking the opposition.

Skills Required:

Finishing | Confidence | Bravery | Technique

Watch the legends:

Zinedine Zidane: Elegant Frenchman
Diego Maradona: A True Great
Paul Gascoigne: The Famous 'Gazza'

See today's stars:

Alexis Sanchez: The Wonder Boy
Thomas Muller: German Attacker
Andres Iniesta: The Illusionist

Centre Midfielder

Xavi: The Puppet Master

Current...

Andrea Pirlo: The Architect

Probabl...

Centre Midfielder

The all rounder of the team.

Skills Required:

Vision | Fitness | Confidence | Tackling

Watch the legends:

Xavi: The Puppet Master
Andrea Pirlo: The Architect
Steven Gerrard: Liverpool Legend

See today's stars:

Jack Wilshere: Super Jack
Bastian Schweinsteiger: Midfield Motor
Cesc Fabregas: Cescbomb

Centre Midfielder

Xavi: The Puppet Master

Current...

Andrea Pirlo: The Architect

Probabl...

Centre Midfielder

The all rounder of the team.

Skills Required:

Vision | Fitness | Confidence | Tackling

Watch the legends:

Xavi: The Puppet Master
Andrea Pirlo: The Architect
Steven Gerrard: Liverpool Legend

See today's stars:

Jack Wilshere: Super Jack
Bastian Schweinsteiger: Midfield Motor
Cesc Fabregas: Cescbomb

In The Hole (No.10)

Alessandro Del Piero: Italian Great

One of ...

Eric Cantona: King Eric

A marve...

In The Hole (No.10)

A forward who drops off and operates between the midfield and the striker.

Skills Required:

Vision | Finishing | Pace | First Touch

Watch the legends:

Alessandro Del Piero: Italian Great
Eric Cantona: King Eric
Dennis Bergkamp: Non-Flying Dutchman

See today's stars:

Wayne Rooney: England Star
Lionel Messi: Goal Record Breaker
Eden Hazard: Belgian Wonder

Wing Back

Gary Neville: Mr Dependable

Gary Ne...

Glen Johnson: Tough Tackler

A defen...

Wing Back

An attacking defender.

Skills Required:

Speed | Tackling | Timing | Crossing

Watch the legends:

Gary Neville: Mr Dependable
Glen Johnson: Tough Tackler
Patrice Evra: Natural Leader

See today's stars:

Fabio Coentrao: Consistent Performer
Kieran Gibbs: Trusted Defender
Leighton Baines: Set-Piece Scouser

Wing Back

Gary Neville: Mr Dependable

Gary Ne...

Glen Johnson: Tough Tackler

A defen...

Wing Back

An attacking defender.

Skills Required:

Speed | Tackling | Timing | Crossing

Watch the legends:

Gary Neville: Mr Dependable
Glen Johnson: Tough Tackler
Patrice Evra: Natural Leader

See today's stars:

Fabio Coentrao: Consistent Performer
Kieran Gibbs: Trusted Defender
Leighton Baines: Set-Piece Scouser

Centre Back

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object

An expe...

Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull

Given t...

Centre Back

The centre of any defence.

Skills Required:

Bravery | Positioning | Communication | Timing

Watch the legends:

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object
Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull
Tony Adams: Loyal Custodian

See today's stars:

Sergio Ramos: The Saviour
Mats Hummels: German Efficiency
Gary Cahill: Classy Defender

Libero/Sweeper

Alessandro Nesta: Defence Minister

One of ...

Ronald Koeman: Scoring Defender

A defen...

Libero/Sweeper

A ball playing centre back with freedom to join attacks.

Skills Required:

Confidence | Communication | Tackling | Ability

Watch the legends:

Alessandro Nesta: Defence Minister
Ronald Koeman: Scoring Defender
Franz Beckenbauer: The Emperor

See today's stars:

Thiago Silva: Rock Solid
Gerard Pique: Piquenbauer
Vincent Kompany: Vince The Prince

Centre Back

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object

An expe...

Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull

Given t...

Centre Back

The centre of any defence.

Skills Required:

Bravery | Positioning | Communication | Timing

Watch the legends:

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object
Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull
Tony Adams: Loyal Custodian

See today's stars:

Sergio Ramos: The Saviour
Mats Hummels: German Efficiency
Gary Cahill: Classy Defender

Centre Forward

Emile Heskey: Man Mountain

A tall ...

Andrew Cole: Natural Goalscorer

Scored ...

Centre Forward

A central player used to hold the ball up.

Skills Required:

Strength | First Touch | Reactive | Intelligence

Watch the legends:

Emile Heskey: Man Mountain
Andrew Cole: Natural Goalscorer
Alan Shearer: Top Goalscorer

See today's stars:

Zlatan Ibrahimovic: The Entertainer
Javier Hernandez: Little Pea
Daniel Sturridge: Fast Forward

Goalkeeper

Gianluigi Buffon: World's Most Expensive GK!

One of ...

Peter Schmeichel: Great Dane

A Manch...

Goalkeeper

The last line of defence for any team.

Skills Required:

Bravery | Agility | Reflexes | Communication

Watch the legends:

Gianluigi Buffon: World's Most Expensive GK!
Peter Schmeichel: Great Dane
Iker Casillas: The Saint

See today's stars:

David de Gea: New No.1
Joe Hart: Golden Gloves
Manuel Neuer: Sweeper-Keeper

Right Back

Cafu: The Express Train

A Brazi...

Javier Zanetti: The Tractor

A caree...

Right Back

The right-hand side of the defence.

Skills Required:

Pace | Stamina | Awareness | Timing

Watch the legends:

Cafu: The Express Train
Javier Zanetti: The Tractor
Lilian Thuram: The Philosopher

See today's stars:

Pablo Zabaleta: Complete Fullback
Philipp Lahm: The Little Giant
Dani Alves: Confident Character

Centre Back

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object

An expe...

Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull

Given t...

Centre Back

The centre of any defence.

Skills Required:

Bravery | Positioning | Communication | Timing

Watch the legends:

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object
Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull
Tony Adams: Loyal Custodian

See today's stars:

Sergio Ramos: The Saviour
Mats Hummels: German Efficiency
Gary Cahill: Classy Defender

Centre Back

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object

An expe...

Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull

Given t...

Centre Back

The centre of any defence.

Skills Required:

Bravery | Positioning | Communication | Timing

Watch the legends:

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object
Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull
Tony Adams: Loyal Custodian

See today's stars:

Sergio Ramos: The Saviour
Mats Hummels: German Efficiency
Gary Cahill: Classy Defender

Right Midfielder

David Beckham: The Icon

A world...

Chris Waddle: Magic Man

Some of...

Right Midfielder

The right-sided player in a normal formation.

Skills Required:

Technique | Vision | Crossing | Communication

Watch the legends:

David Beckham: The Icon
Chris Waddle: Magic Man
Robert Prosinecki: The Brazilian Croatian

See today's stars:

Julian Draxler: Hot Property
Antonio Valencia: Speed Demon
Darren Fletcher: Mr Reliable

Centre Midfielder

Xavi: The Puppet Master

Current...

Andrea Pirlo: The Architect

Probabl...

Centre Midfielder

The all rounder of the team.

Skills Required:

Vision | Fitness | Confidence | Tackling

Watch the legends:

Xavi: The Puppet Master
Andrea Pirlo: The Architect
Steven Gerrard: Liverpool Legend

See today's stars:

Jack Wilshere: Super Jack
Bastian Schweinsteiger: Midfield Motor
Cesc Fabregas: Cescbomb

In The Hole (No.10)

Alessandro Del Piero: Italian Great

One of ...

Eric Cantona: King Eric

A marve...

In The Hole (No.10)

A forward who drops off and operates between the midfield and the striker.

Skills Required:

Vision | Finishing | Pace | First Touch

Watch the legends:

Alessandro Del Piero: Italian Great
Eric Cantona: King Eric
Dennis Bergkamp: Non-Flying Dutchman

See today's stars:

Wayne Rooney: England Star
Lionel Messi: Goal Record Breaker
Eden Hazard: Belgian Wonder

Striker

Ronaldo: The Phenomenon

Ronaldo...

Thierry Henry: French Assassin

The&nbs...

Striker

The goalscorer!

Skills Required:

Quick Feet | Finishing | Pace | Bravery

Watch the legends:

Ronaldo: The Phenomenon
Thierry Henry: French Assassin
Ruud van Nistelrooy: Goal Machine

See today's stars:

Sergio Aguero: Prolific Goalscorer
Luis Suarez: Jekyll & Hyde
Robin van Persie: Flying Dutchman

Left Back

Ashley Cole: Record Holder!

Part of...

Paolo Maldini: The Legend of Milan

A one c...

Left Back

The left-hand side of the defence.

Skills Required:

Pace | Stamina | Awareness | Timing

Watch the legends:

Ashley Cole: Record Holder!
Paolo Maldini: The Legend of Milan
Roberto Carlos: Bullet Man!

See today's stars:

Marcelo: Pocket Rocket
Jordi Alba: Roadrunner
David Alaba: The Brightest Star

Left Midfielder

Rui Costa: The Maestro

A very ...

Pavel Nedved: The Czech Cannon

One of ...

Left Midfielder

The left-sided player in normal formation.

Skills Required:

Technique | Vision | Crossing | Communication

Watch the legends:

Rui Costa: The Maestro
Pavel Nedved: The Czech Cannon
Juan Roman Riquelme: The 'Playmaker'

See today's stars:

Adnan Januzaj: Young Hopeful
Fabian Delph: The Dynamo
Siem de Jong: The Captain

Striker

Ronaldo: The Phenomenon

Ronaldo...

Thierry Henry: French Assassin

The&nbs...

Striker

The goalscorer!

Skills Required:

Quick Feet | Finishing | Pace | Bravery

Watch the legends:

Ronaldo: The Phenomenon
Thierry Henry: French Assassin
Ruud van Nistelrooy: Goal Machine

See today's stars:

Sergio Aguero: Prolific Goalscorer
Luis Suarez: Jekyll & Hyde
Robin van Persie: Flying Dutchman

Goalkeeper

Gianluigi Buffon: World's Most Expensive GK!

One of ...

Peter Schmeichel: Great Dane

A Manch...

Goalkeeper

The last line of defence for any team.

Skills Required:

Bravery | Agility | Reflexes | Communication

Watch the legends:

Gianluigi Buffon: World's Most Expensive GK!
Peter Schmeichel: Great Dane
Iker Casillas: The Saint

See today's stars:

David de Gea: New No.1
Joe Hart: Golden Gloves
Manuel Neuer: Sweeper-Keeper

Right Back

Cafu: The Express Train

A Brazi...

Javier Zanetti: The Tractor

A caree...

Right Back

The right-hand side of the defence.

Skills Required:

Pace | Stamina | Awareness | Timing

Watch the legends:

Cafu: The Express Train
Javier Zanetti: The Tractor
Lilian Thuram: The Philosopher

See today's stars:

Pablo Zabaleta: Complete Fullback
Philipp Lahm: The Little Giant
Dani Alves: Confident Character

Centre Back

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object

An expe...

Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull

Given t...

Centre Back

The centre of any defence.

Skills Required:

Bravery | Positioning | Communication | Timing

Watch the legends:

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object
Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull
Tony Adams: Loyal Custodian

See today's stars:

Sergio Ramos: The Saviour
Mats Hummels: German Efficiency
Gary Cahill: Classy Defender

Centre Back

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object

An expe...

Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull

Given t...

Centre Back

The centre of any defence.

Skills Required:

Bravery | Positioning | Communication | Timing

Watch the legends:

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object
Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull
Tony Adams: Loyal Custodian

See today's stars:

Sergio Ramos: The Saviour
Mats Hummels: German Efficiency
Gary Cahill: Classy Defender

Left Back

Ashley Cole: Record Holder!

Part of...

Paolo Maldini: The Legend of Milan

A one c...

Left Back

The left-hand side of the defence.

Skills Required:

Pace | Stamina | Awareness | Timing

Watch the legends:

Ashley Cole: Record Holder!
Paolo Maldini: The Legend of Milan
Roberto Carlos: Bullet Man!

See today's stars:

Marcelo: Pocket Rocket
Jordi Alba: Roadrunner
David Alaba: The Brightest Star

Centre Midfielder

Xavi: The Puppet Master

Current...

Andrea Pirlo: The Architect

Probabl...

Centre Midfielder

The all rounder of the team.

Skills Required:

Vision | Fitness | Confidence | Tackling

Watch the legends:

Xavi: The Puppet Master
Andrea Pirlo: The Architect
Steven Gerrard: Liverpool Legend

See today's stars:

Jack Wilshere: Super Jack
Bastian Schweinsteiger: Midfield Motor
Cesc Fabregas: Cescbomb

Centre Midfielder

Xavi: The Puppet Master

Current...

Andrea Pirlo: The Architect

Probabl...

Centre Midfielder

The all rounder of the team.

Skills Required:

Vision | Fitness | Confidence | Tackling

Watch the legends:

Xavi: The Puppet Master
Andrea Pirlo: The Architect
Steven Gerrard: Liverpool Legend

See today's stars:

Jack Wilshere: Super Jack
Bastian Schweinsteiger: Midfield Motor
Cesc Fabregas: Cescbomb

Centre Midfielder

Xavi: The Puppet Master

Current...

Andrea Pirlo: The Architect

Probabl...

Centre Midfielder

The all rounder of the team.

Skills Required:

Vision | Fitness | Confidence | Tackling

Watch the legends:

Xavi: The Puppet Master
Andrea Pirlo: The Architect
Steven Gerrard: Liverpool Legend

See today's stars:

Jack Wilshere: Super Jack
Bastian Schweinsteiger: Midfield Motor
Cesc Fabregas: Cescbomb

Left Winger

Ryan Giggs: Welsh Wizard

One of ...

Bryan Roy: Gifted Player

A playe...

Left Winger

An attacking left-sided player.

Skills Required:

Acceleration | Dribbling | Stamina | Accuracy

Watch the legends:

Ryan Giggs: Welsh Wizard
Bryan Roy: Gifted Player
Ronaldinho: Super Skills

See today's stars:

Gareth Bale: Welsh Wonder
Neymar Junior: Future Legend
Arjen Robben: Amazing Lefty

Right Winger

Juninho Paulista: The Little Fella

A legen...

Luis Figo: Pure Talent

A legen...

Right Winger

An attacking left-sided player.

Skills Required:

Acceleration | Dribbling | Stamina | Accuracy

Watch the legends:

Juninho Paulista: The Little Fella
Luis Figo: Pure Talent
Michael Laudrup: The Genius

See today's stars:

Cristiano Ronaldo: Record Breaker
Angel Di Maria: Amazing Argentine
Franck Ribery: Ferraribery

Centre Forward

Emile Heskey: Man Mountain

A tall ...

Andrew Cole: Natural Goalscorer

Scored ...

Centre Forward

A central player used to hold the ball up.

Skills Required:

Strength | First Touch | Reactive | Intelligence

Watch the legends:

Emile Heskey: Man Mountain
Andrew Cole: Natural Goalscorer
Alan Shearer: Top Goalscorer

See today's stars:

Zlatan Ibrahimovic: The Entertainer
Javier Hernandez: Little Pea
Daniel Sturridge: Fast Forward

Goalkeeper

Gianluigi Buffon: World's Most Expensive GK!

One of ...

Peter Schmeichel: Great Dane

A Manch...

Goalkeeper

The last line of defence for any team.

Skills Required:

Bravery | Agility | Reflexes | Communication

Watch the legends:

Gianluigi Buffon: World's Most Expensive GK!
Peter Schmeichel: Great Dane
Iker Casillas: The Saint

See today's stars:

David de Gea: New No.1
Joe Hart: Golden Gloves
Manuel Neuer: Sweeper-Keeper

Centre Back

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object

An expe...

Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull

Given t...

Centre Back

The centre of any defence.

Skills Required:

Bravery | Positioning | Communication | Timing

Watch the legends:

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object
Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull
Tony Adams: Loyal Custodian

See today's stars:

Sergio Ramos: The Saviour
Mats Hummels: German Efficiency
Gary Cahill: Classy Defender

Centre Back

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object

An expe...

Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull

Given t...

Centre Back

The centre of any defence.

Skills Required:

Bravery | Positioning | Communication | Timing

Watch the legends:

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object
Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull
Tony Adams: Loyal Custodian

See today's stars:

Sergio Ramos: The Saviour
Mats Hummels: German Efficiency
Gary Cahill: Classy Defender

Centre Back

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object

An expe...

Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull

Given t...

Centre Back

The centre of any defence.

Skills Required:

Bravery | Positioning | Communication | Timing

Watch the legends:

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object
Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull
Tony Adams: Loyal Custodian

See today's stars:

Sergio Ramos: The Saviour
Mats Hummels: German Efficiency
Gary Cahill: Classy Defender

Centre Midfielder

Xavi: The Puppet Master

Current...

Andrea Pirlo: The Architect

Probabl...

Centre Midfielder

The all rounder of the team.

Skills Required:

Vision | Fitness | Confidence | Tackling

Watch the legends:

Xavi: The Puppet Master
Andrea Pirlo: The Architect
Steven Gerrard: Liverpool Legend

See today's stars:

Jack Wilshere: Super Jack
Bastian Schweinsteiger: Midfield Motor
Cesc Fabregas: Cescbomb

Centre Midfielder

Xavi: The Puppet Master

Current...

Andrea Pirlo: The Architect

Probabl...

Centre Midfielder

The all rounder of the team.

Skills Required:

Vision | Fitness | Confidence | Tackling

Watch the legends:

Xavi: The Puppet Master
Andrea Pirlo: The Architect
Steven Gerrard: Liverpool Legend

See today's stars:

Jack Wilshere: Super Jack
Bastian Schweinsteiger: Midfield Motor
Cesc Fabregas: Cescbomb

Centre Midfielder

Xavi: The Puppet Master

Current...

Andrea Pirlo: The Architect

Probabl...

Centre Midfielder

The all rounder of the team.

Skills Required:

Vision | Fitness | Confidence | Tackling

Watch the legends:

Xavi: The Puppet Master
Andrea Pirlo: The Architect
Steven Gerrard: Liverpool Legend

See today's stars:

Jack Wilshere: Super Jack
Bastian Schweinsteiger: Midfield Motor
Cesc Fabregas: Cescbomb

Wing Back

Gary Neville: Mr Dependable

Gary Ne...

Glen Johnson: Tough Tackler

A defen...

Wing Back

An attacking defender.

Skills Required:

Speed | Tackling | Timing | Crossing

Watch the legends:

Gary Neville: Mr Dependable
Glen Johnson: Tough Tackler
Patrice Evra: Natural Leader

See today's stars:

Fabio Coentrao: Consistent Performer
Kieran Gibbs: Trusted Defender
Leighton Baines: Set-Piece Scouser

Wing Back

Gary Neville: Mr Dependable

Gary Ne...

Glen Johnson: Tough Tackler

A defen...

Wing Back

An attacking defender.

Skills Required:

Speed | Tackling | Timing | Crossing

Watch the legends:

Gary Neville: Mr Dependable
Glen Johnson: Tough Tackler
Patrice Evra: Natural Leader

See today's stars:

Fabio Coentrao: Consistent Performer
Kieran Gibbs: Trusted Defender
Leighton Baines: Set-Piece Scouser

Striker

Ronaldo: The Phenomenon

Ronaldo...

Thierry Henry: French Assassin

The&nbs...

Striker

The goalscorer!

Skills Required:

Quick Feet | Finishing | Pace | Bravery

Watch the legends:

Ronaldo: The Phenomenon
Thierry Henry: French Assassin
Ruud van Nistelrooy: Goal Machine

See today's stars:

Sergio Aguero: Prolific Goalscorer
Luis Suarez: Jekyll & Hyde
Robin van Persie: Flying Dutchman

Striker

Ronaldo: The Phenomenon

Ronaldo...

Thierry Henry: French Assassin

The&nbs...

Striker

The goalscorer!

Skills Required:

Quick Feet | Finishing | Pace | Bravery

Watch the legends:

Ronaldo: The Phenomenon
Thierry Henry: French Assassin
Ruud van Nistelrooy: Goal Machine

See today's stars:

Sergio Aguero: Prolific Goalscorer
Luis Suarez: Jekyll & Hyde
Robin van Persie: Flying Dutchman

Goalkeeper

Gianluigi Buffon: World's Most Expensive GK!

One of ...

Peter Schmeichel: Great Dane

A Manch...

Goalkeeper

The last line of defence for any team.

Skills Required:

Bravery | Agility | Reflexes | Communication

Watch the legends:

Gianluigi Buffon: World's Most Expensive GK!
Peter Schmeichel: Great Dane
Iker Casillas: The Saint

See today's stars:

David de Gea: New No.1
Joe Hart: Golden Gloves
Manuel Neuer: Sweeper-Keeper

Right Back

Cafu: The Express Train

A Brazi...

Javier Zanetti: The Tractor

A caree...

Right Back

The right-hand side of the defence.

Skills Required:

Pace | Stamina | Awareness | Timing

Watch the legends:

Cafu: The Express Train
Javier Zanetti: The Tractor
Lilian Thuram: The Philosopher

See today's stars:

Pablo Zabaleta: Complete Fullback
Philipp Lahm: The Little Giant
Dani Alves: Confident Character

Left Back

Ashley Cole: Record Holder!

Part of...

Paolo Maldini: The Legend of Milan

A one c...

Left Back

The left-hand side of the defence.

Skills Required:

Pace | Stamina | Awareness | Timing

Watch the legends:

Ashley Cole: Record Holder!
Paolo Maldini: The Legend of Milan
Roberto Carlos: Bullet Man!

See today's stars:

Marcelo: Pocket Rocket
Jordi Alba: Roadrunner
David Alaba: The Brightest Star

Centre Back

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object

An expe...

Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull

Given t...

Centre Back

The centre of any defence.

Skills Required:

Bravery | Positioning | Communication | Timing

Watch the legends:

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object
Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull
Tony Adams: Loyal Custodian

See today's stars:

Sergio Ramos: The Saviour
Mats Hummels: German Efficiency
Gary Cahill: Classy Defender

Centre Back

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object

An expe...

Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull

Given t...

Centre Back

The centre of any defence.

Skills Required:

Bravery | Positioning | Communication | Timing

Watch the legends:

Jaap Stam: The Immovable Object
Fabio Cannavaro: The Pitbull
Tony Adams: Loyal Custodian

See today's stars:

Sergio Ramos: The Saviour
Mats Hummels: German Efficiency
Gary Cahill: Classy Defender

Holding (Defensive) Midfielder

Patrick Vieira: Midfield Sergeant

Remembe...

Frank Rijkaard: World Class Player & Coach

One of ...

Holding (Defensive) Midfielder

A midfielder who sits in front of the defence.

Skills Required:

Tackling | Discipline | Communication | Passing

Watch the legends:

Patrick Vieira: Midfield Sergeant
Frank Rijkaard: World Class Player & Coach
Claude Makelele: The Battery

See today's stars:

Nigel de Jong: The Terrier
Sami Khedira: German Bruiser
Michael Carrick: The Statman

Holding (Defensive) Midfielder

Patrick Vieira: Midfield Sergeant

Remembe...

Frank Rijkaard: World Class Player & Coach

One of ...

Holding (Defensive) Midfielder

A midfielder who sits in front of the defence.

Skills Required:

Tackling | Discipline | Communication | Passing

Watch the legends:

Patrick Vieira: Midfield Sergeant
Frank Rijkaard: World Class Player & Coach
Claude Makelele: The Battery

See today's stars:

Nigel de Jong: The Terrier
Sami Khedira: German Bruiser
Michael Carrick: The Statman

In The Hole (No.10)

Alessandro Del Piero: Italian Great

One of ...

Eric Cantona: King Eric

A marve...

In The Hole (No.10)

A forward who drops off and operates between the midfield and the striker.

Skills Required:

Vision | Finishing | Pace | First Touch

Watch the legends:

Alessandro Del Piero: Italian Great
Eric Cantona: King Eric
Dennis Bergkamp: Non-Flying Dutchman

See today's stars:

Wayne Rooney: England Star
Lionel Messi: Goal Record Breaker
Eden Hazard: Belgian Wonder

Striker

Ronaldo: The Phenomenon

Ronaldo...

Thierry Henry: French Assassin

The&nbs...

Striker

The goalscorer!

Skills Required:

Quick Feet | Finishing | Pace | Bravery

Watch the legends:

Ronaldo: The Phenomenon
Thierry Henry: French Assassin
Ruud van Nistelrooy: Goal Machine

See today's stars:

Sergio Aguero: Prolific Goalscorer
Luis Suarez: Jekyll & Hyde
Robin van Persie: Flying Dutchman

Left Winger

Ryan Giggs: Welsh Wizard

One of ...

Bryan Roy: Gifted Player

A playe...

Left Winger

An attacking left-sided player.

Skills Required:

Acceleration | Dribbling | Stamina | Accuracy

Watch the legends:

Ryan Giggs: Welsh Wizard
Bryan Roy: Gifted Player
Ronaldinho: Super Skills

See today's stars:

Gareth Bale: Welsh Wonder
Neymar Junior: Future Legend
Arjen Robben: Amazing Lefty

Right Winger

Juninho Paulista: The Little Fella

A legen...

Luis Figo: Pure Talent

A legen...

Right Winger

An attacking left-sided player.

Skills Required:

Acceleration | Dribbling | Stamina | Accuracy

Watch the legends:

Juninho Paulista: The Little Fella
Luis Figo: Pure Talent
Michael Laudrup: The Genius

See today's stars:

Cristiano Ronaldo: Record Breaker
Angel Di Maria: Amazing Argentine
Franck Ribery: Ferraribery

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