Playmaker
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.
Roaming
When set to Roaming, the Playmaker will have freedom to explore the pitch to find the best spaces to support attacks.
Creative
Movement
Out of Position
Defence Support
Attack
When set to Attack, the Playmaker will move forward to support attacks higher up the field.
Creative
Attack Support
Limited Width
Defence Support
2,975,000
3,199,000
513,000
524,000
300,000
310,000
470,000
485,000
9,500
500
650
700
Half Winger
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.
Balanced
When Balanced, the Half-Winger will alternate equally between attacking and defending in a measured way.
Wide Support
Versatile
Movement
Stamina Usage
Attack
When set to Attack, the Half-Winger can advance freely, sacrificing defensive responsibilities.
Wide Support
Attacking
Out of Position
Defence Support
200,000
806,000
299,000
770,000
2,200
2,000
42,000
750
800
750
750
700
Box-to-Box
This player operates between the two boxes, operating as neither the last line of defence, nor the final part of attack, but involved in everything in between.
Balanced
When asked to be Balanced, the Box-to-Box Midfielder will cover the centre of the pitch in attack and defence.
Attack Support
Defence Support
Versatile
Stamina Usage
335,000
364,000
3,520,000
3,499,000
245,000
272,000
1,740,000
1,798,000
278,000
285,000
143,000
389,000
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.
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
1,999,000
1,962,000
3,731,000
3,549,000
500,000
337,000
280,000
280,000
559,000
575,000
876,000
919,000
Deep-Lying Playmaker
The key cog to building up play from the back, this defensively positioned midfielder will often be the catalyst for attacks.
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
19,750
185,000
407,000
480,000
695,000
570,000
563,000
39,500
560,000
620,000
38,000
63,000