Best EA FC 25 Clubs starter CM builds for every role

Central Midfielders (or just CM) can be assigned various FC IQ Player Roles in EA FC 25. These roles have different requirements in terms of attributes and Playstyles which must be kept in mind while making a Clubs build for this position. However, doing that at beginner levels (such as Levels 1, 2, or 3) is a bit challenging due to limited resources, but possible nonetheless.

For those requiring assistance, here are the best EA FC 25 Clubs starter CM builds for every FC IQ Player Role.

Note - This article is subjective and only reflects the writer's opinions.

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EA FC 25 guide: Best Clubs starter CM builds for every role

A Central Midfielder can be assigned any one of these five FC IQ Player Roles - Holding, Box-to-Box, Playmaker, Deep-Lying Playmaker, or Half Winger. The following sections will suggest Skill Point distribution in attributes and Playstyles for the two available slots for a low-level CM build.

Best Clubs starter CM build: Holding

Best Holding CM Clubs starter build (Image via EA Sports)

• Height - 5'10"
• Weight - 171 lbs

A Holding CM stays back and contributes in defense, so the Bruiser and Press Proven Playstyles should be ideal for an EA FC 25 Clubs starter build in this role. Here is the Skill Point (SP) distribution:

• 1 Interception - 1 SP
• 1 Def Awareness and Interception - 2 SP
• 1 Sliding Tackle - 1 SP
• 1 Standing Tackle - 1 SP
• 1 Defensive Awareness & Standing Tackle - 2 SP
• 2 Strength - 3 SP

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Best Clubs starter CM build: Box-to-Box

Best Box-to-Box CM Clubs starter build (Image via EA Sports)

• Height - 5'10"
• Weight - 152 lbs

A Box-to-Box CM operates between the two boxes on the field and needs to be quick. Use the Rapid and Technical Playstyles for this build and assign Skill Points to these attributes:

• 1 Acceleration - 2 SP
• 1 Sprint Speed - 2 SP
• 1 Crossing - 1 SP
• 1 Curve - 1SP
• 1 Short Passing - 1 SP
• 1 Long Passing - 1 SP
• 1 Dribbling Focus - 1 SP
• 1 Ball Control Focus - 1 SP

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Best Clubs starter CM build: Playmaker

Best Playmaker CM Clubs starter build (Image via EA Sports)

• Height - 5'9"
• Weight - 152 lbs

A Playmaker CM takes on creative responsibility in attack. Equip the Tiki Taka and Incisive Pass EA FC 25 Playstyles in this starter Clubs build and spend the available Skill Points on these attributes:

• 1 Crossing - 1 SP
• 1 Curve - 1 SP
• 1 Vision - 1 SP
• 1 Short Passing - 1 SP
• 1 Long Passing - 1 SP
• 2 Dribbling Focus - 4 SP
• 1 Ball Control - 1 SP

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Best Clubs starter CM build: Deep-Lying Playmaker

Best Deep-Lying Playmaker CM Clubs starter build (Image via EA Sports)

• Height - 5'9"
• Weight - 152 lbs

A Deep-Lying Playmaker CM contributes to build-up, but from a deeper position on the pitch. Use the Long Ball Pass and Incisive Pass Playstyles in this EA FC 25 Clubs build along with the following Skill Point distribution:

• 1 Crossing - 1 SP
• 1 Curve - 1 SP
• 2 Long Passing - 3 SP
• 1 Vision - 1 SP
• 1 Interceptions - 1 SP
• 1 Def Awareness & Interceptions - 2 SP
• 1 Standing Tackle - 1 SP

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Best Clubs starter CM build: Half Winger

Best Half Winger CM Clubs starter build (Image via EA Sports)

• Height - 5'9"
• Weight - 160 lbs

A Half Winger CM moves out to the wide spaces when in possession and helps in attack from the flanks. Equip the Rapid and Whipped Pass Playstyles in this EA FC 25 build and assign your Skill Points to these attributes:

• 1 Crossing - 1 SP
• 1 Curve - 1 SP
• 1 Vision - 1 SP
• 1 Short Passing - 1 SP
• 1 Long Passing - 1 SP
• 2 Dribbling Focus - 4 SP
• 1 Ball Control - 1 SP

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