Holding
A pivotal role in modern football, this defence-minded midfielder focuses on guarding their backline during attacks, and covering off against counter-attacks, with limited attacking support.
Roaming
When set to Roaming, the Holding Midfielder will move across the width of the pitch to close passing lanes, and step up to press attackers.
Defending
Movement
Pass Option
Stamina Usage
Defend
When instructed to Defend, the Holding Midfielder will move slightly higher to offer a passing option, but will otherwise focus on defending.
Defending
Stays Back
Pass Option
Lacks Mobility
0
0
16,250
241,000
18,250
55,000
13,500
58,500
16,500
17,000
55,500
575,000
Deep-Lying Playmaker
The key cog to building up play from the back, this defensively positioned midfielder will often be the catalyst for attacks.
Roaming
The Roaming focus allows the Deep-lying Playmaker to move across the width of the pitch to support attacks.
Creative
Movement
Pass Option
Out of Position
Defend
With a Defend focus, the Deep-lying Playmaker will focus on closing down passing lanes and staying back while their team attacks.
Defending
Creative
Intercepts Passes
Attacking
223,000
72,000
84,500
21,000
279,000
263,000
0
16,750
19,500
216,250
16,500
Centre Half
A defensive midfielder that will drop between the centre-backs while their team is in possession to offer protection against the counterattack.
Defend
When set to Defend, the Centre Half will focus on their defensive duties.
Defending
Support Centrally
Limited Versatility
Wide Support
650,000
130,000
0
20,000
18,500
428,350
21,500
16,000
58,000
94,000
13,750