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The wait for EA FC 25 is nearing its end. While the title will be released globally on September 27, many fans are already gearing up for the grind to build the best squad, thanks to the 7-day early access starting September 20. When planning your team, a resilient defense is just as important as an efficient attack. After all, a weak backline will cost you the advantage your attackers earn.
The most expensive card in EA FC 24 in the last two months wasn’t an attacker. Despite multiple 99-rated forwards present, Virgil Van Dijk’s MYM card cost the most in the game. This speaks volumes about the importance of a defender.
Hence, in this article, we will be covering the best defenders you can choose for your ultimate team in EA FC 25.
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10 best players for your back line in EA FC 25
1) Virgil Van Dijk (89)
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Virgil Van Dijk has always been one of the best center-backs in the game. He has been dominating the back line for the past three editions and is a nightmare for attackers because of his body type and pace. While his 6’ 4” height and long legs enable him to catch up with any attacker in the game, the LFC captain has Anticipate, Jockey, Bruiser, Block, Power Header, and Aerial+ PlayStyles.
- Pace- 78
- Shooting- 60
- Passing- 71
- Dribbling- 71
- Defending- 89
- Physicality- 86
2) Antonio Rudiger (88)
Antonio Rudiger is another great center-back and can be paired with Virgin Van Dijk for the best center-back combo. Rudiger’s rating has been bumped up to 88, a true testament to his defensive prowess in the game. He featured Aerial+ and Block PlayStyles in FC 24, but we will surely see a greater assortment in EA FC 25.
- Pace- 82
- Shooting- 55
- Passing- 73
- Dribbling- 70
- Defending- 86
- Physicality- 86
3) Bastoni (87)
Batoni is the third-best center-back on this list. He has always been reliable in the backline and his presence will give you some respite. Bastoni features great passing PlayStyles and is good for quickly shifting the game's tempo from defending to counter-attacking. Naturally, he is going to be a great asset in EA FC 25.
- Pace- 75
- Shooting- 43
- Passing- 75
- Dribbling- 76
- Defending- 87
- Physicality- 83
4) William Saliba (87)
William Saliba is the fourth mention in the list of the best center-backs. He is extremely tall at 6’ 4” and features the same body type as Virgil, making him equally potent in stopping attackers dead in their tracks. Not to forget his 82 Pace which is great for a defender, so he can track back in time to stop counter-attacks even more pacey forwards.
- Pace- 82
- Shooting- 39
- Passing- 70
- Dribbling- 74
- Defending- 87
- Physicality- 83
5) Kyle Walker (84)
Kyle Walker is the best right back in the game. He is mostly known for his fast pace which is great for making overlapping runs, but is equally capable of tracking back to defend against fast wingers. He has always been one of the most sought-after cards in EA FC and we could see the same in EA FC 25.
- Pace- 89
- Shooting- 64
- Passing- 77
- Dribbling- 78
- Defending- 79
- Physicality- 81
6) Jeremie Frimpong (84)
Jeremie Frimpong's recent boost has made him one of the best right-backs you can have. Although Frimpong might not have the best defensive stats, he has a deadly pace for making overlapping runs during counterattacks. On top of it, he can track back and slow down the opponents' attacks, buying your CBs some time to get into position.
- Pace- 93
- Shooting- 62
- Passing- 75
- Dribbling- 86
- Defending- 75
- Physicality- 69
7) Ferland Mendy (84)
Ferland Mendy was one of the best cards you could get for the left-back position in EA FC 24 and he will keep this stature in the next iteration. The Frenchman is fast and features 4-star skills along with a 5-star weak foot. Moreover, he comes with a high/high work rate for both defense and attack, making him an attacking and defensive threat on the left side of the pitch.
- Pace- 89
- Shooting- 64
- Passing- 76
- Dribbling- 76
- Defending- 81
- Physicality- 85
8) Theo Hernandez (87)
Theo Hernandez is a better left-back than Ferland Mendy, as he features unbelievable stats in EA FC 25. Not only is he faster than Mendy but is also has better shooting, passing, dribbling, and physicality. He should definitely be the one you go for as your left-back.
- Pace- 95
- Shooting- 76
- Passing- 78
- Dribbling- 84
- Defending- 81
- Physicality- 89
9) Sakina Karchaoui (87)
Sakina Karchaoui is one of the best-attacking left-backs in EA FC 25, as she features 5-star skills and a 4-star weak foot. She can also switch very fast from defense to attack when counterattacking. If you use your left back extensively for attack, Karchaoui is the best, although she might lack defensive capabilities.
- Pace- 89
- Shooting- 66
- Passing- 82
- Dribbling- 87
- Defending- 80
- Physicality- 65
10) Ona Batlle (85)
Ona Batlle is our last feature in this list. She is one of the best-holding defenders you can get for early games in EA FC 25. Ona’s stats are well-balanced and are decent across the board. However, her stature is a bit short at 5’ 5” meaning she won’t be able to fend off tall attackers very well.
- Pace- 80
- Shooting- 50
- Passing- 78
- Dribbling- 80
- Defending- 80
- Physicality- 71
That sums up our list of the best defenders in EA FC 25. Since a lot of cards have gotten upgrades this time around, it will be interesting to see how players utilize them and what meta comes out on top.
