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The new Player Roles inEA Sports FC 25are part of the latest FC IQ feature. These work in tandem with team tactics and a footballer’s Playstyle to have a deeper impact, especially when placed in the correct positions. The Player Roles reflect a player’s place in their real-life team, the role they usually embody, and their talent in those areas; essentially, they allow you to have a more customized and strategic approach to how you play the game.
Currently, there are 31 Player Roles inEA Sports FC 25. With about one to three Focuses each, there are about 52 combinations that are possible. Through this, you have a lot of leeway in how your team is structured and how you approach the game.
Details on All Player Roles in EA Sports FC 25
you’re able to edit any Player Roles in your line-up when you’re in Team Management andmaking or changing Tactics inEA Sports FC 25. This allows you to see the Tactical Preset that is assigned by default, as well as which footballers come with which Player Roles right out of the box. Once you go to the right tab, you’ll be able to see the multiple roles that the chosen footballer can have in their position. When you’re scrolling through the choices, the field map will also light up in a grid, showing all the places they will have influence over. This can help you make a finer decision about how you approach matches.
On looking through the Player Roles inEA Sports FC 25, you’ll find that each footballer has at least one Role+. However, this may not be visible in each formation. For example, in the default Real Madrid formation, Bellingham doesn’t have a Role+ in his CM position. He does, though, gain one when he’s placed as a CAM. Fortunately, none of these factors affect anyPlayer Playstyle inEA Sports FC 25.
Further, there are also formations where the game informs you that a particular Player Role, whether standard or enhanced, does not suit the chosen formation preset. For example, this could be due to the formation being very narrow and certain roles overlapping with other teammates, hampering the line-up’s overall impact on the field.
With that out of the way, let’s take a look at all the Player Roles inEA Sports FC 25and the different Focus combinations possible.
All Attacker Player Roles in EA Sports FC 25
Target Forward (ST)
An attacking outlet whose physicality allows them to hold up play, shielding the ball from opponents, and bring others into attacks. They feed on crosses as well as passes to feet.
False 9 (ST)
Positioned in the forward line, this player drops deep to dictate play, in the space in front of a defense. This also allows them to contribute towards defensive phases of the game.
Poacher (ST)
This player has one objective: score goals. They stay forward and focus on making runs in behind the defense, hoping to fashion a chance to score.
Advanced Forward (ST)
A versatile attacker who usually stays close to the opposition’s defensive line, but opens themselves up for passes in the build up, and makes runs in behind for scoring chances.
Winger (LW/RW)
A wide midfielder who will always stay wide, hugging the touchline, offering support on the flanks in all phases of play.
Wide Playmaker (LW/RW)
A creative outlet positioned out wide, but able to move inside to help create chances to unpick defenses.
Inside Forward (LW/RW)
A wide attacker who begins on the wing, but will regularly cut inside onto their preferred foot to shoot or play the final pass. They tend to run in behind the defense.
All Midfielder Player Roles in EA Sports FC 25
Half Winger (CAM/CM)
A midfielder who provides width when their team is in possession, moving along the flanks to offer a wide threat. Particularly effective when one of three central midfielders.
Playmaker (CAM/CM)
This player tends to be the creative fulcrum of a midfield, given license to roam and create space and opportunities for attacks. Likely to be out of position if the opposition counters.
Shadow Striker (CAM)
An attack-minded midfielder who plays in the ‘hole’ behind the strikers. Their well-timed runs into the box will result in plenty of goal-scoring opportunities.
Holding (CDM/CM)
A pivotal role in modern football, this defense-minded midfielder focuses on guarding their backline during attacks, and covering off against counter-attacks, with limited attacking support.
Deep-Lying Playmaker (CDM/CM)
The key cog to building up play from the back, this defensively positioned midfielder will often be the catalyst for attacks.
Box-to-Box (CM)
This player operates between the two boxes, operating as neither the last line of defense, nor the final part of the attack, but involved in everything in-between.
Center Half (CDM)
A defensive midfielder who will drop between the Center Backs while their team is in possession to offer protection against the counter-attack.
Winger (LM/RM)
Wide Playmaker (LM/RM)
Wide Midfielder (LM/RM)
A midfielder who stays wide to facilitate play, providing passing and defensive support, but rarely ventures forward to attack.
Inside Forward (LM/RM)
All Defender Player Roles in EA Sports FC 25
Fullback (LB/RB)
A wide defender that will prioritize protecting their own goal, by standing back, holding the defensive line, and offering a passing option to release pressure.
Wingback (LB/RB)
This player’s versatility and stamina allow them to push upfield to support attacks, before returning to their defensive position.
Falseback (LB/RB)
A modern evolution of the fullback, this player pushes up the field, adopting a central position when their team has the ball.
Attacking Wingback (LB/RB)
Though technically a defender, this player will be more concerned with getting forward, and offering width to their team’s attacks.
Defender (CB)
A no-nonsense center back who excels at the basics of defending, including maintaining the defensive line.
Stopper (CB)
A ball-winning center back who will step forward from the defensive line to make tackles, intercept passes, and lead the press.
Ball-Playing Defender (CB)
A modern center back who is as comfortable playing offside as playing the ball. Capable of moving forward or wider to support build-up play.
All Goalkeeper Player Roles in EA Sports FC 25
Goalkeeper (GK)
A traditional goalkeeper who stays on their line and focuses on shot-stopping.
Sweeper Keeper (GK)
A modern goalkeeper who is able to stop attacks and support build-up play as a passing option.
As mentioned before, there’s an exhaustive count of 31 Players Roles inEA Sports FC 25. Given the Focuses available, you can choose from among 52 combinations. This significantly changes how you approach matches, whether it’s something as meta-heavy as the Ultimate Team mode or as simple as Squad Battles.
What’s also helpful with the Team Tactics and the Player Roles this time around is that you can see exactly what a player’s area of influence is. Further, you can also see the team’s effective formation with and without the ball. This may not be a big deal to a veteran. However, the new Team Tactics and Player Roles may just be your cup of tea if you’re a newcomer toEA Sports FC 25.
