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
5,800,000
2,050,000
2,850,000
3,070,000
360,000
349,000
334,000
337,000
675,000
609,000
855,000
870,000
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
17,500
191,000
259,000
539,000
615,000
600,000
592,000
32,750
581,000
655,000
34,000
62,000
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
850,000
15,000,000
90,000
260,000
312,000
2,500
2,800
900
1,000
1,200
1,300
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