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The highly anticipated FIFA 19 will be releasing on 28th September, and EA Sports has decided to increase the buzz surrounding the game by revealing the top 100 players on FIFA 19.
Superstars like Ronaldo and Messi are in the Top 10 as expected, but EA Sports has also sprung a few surprises this time around. A lot of players have seen their stats increase based on their form last season and have managed to crack the Top 10.
So without further ado, let's take a look at the Top 10 players on FIFA 19.
#10. Toni Kroos
OVERALL RATING = 90
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Pace = 67
Shooting = 82
Passing = 89
Dribbling = 82
Defence = 74
Physical = 69
Position: CM
The German midfielder has developed into one of the best ball playing midfielders in the world over the past few year. He has been one of the most important players in a Real Madrid team that has won three consecutive Champions League titles.
He has definitely earned his spot as one of the 10 best players in the game, and do not expect him to give up his spot anytime soon.
#9. David De Gea
OVERALL RATING = 91
Diving = 90
Handling = 85
Kicking = 87
Reflexes = 94
Speed = 57
Positioning = 88
Position: GK
The Manchester United goalkeeper finally finds himself as the highest rated shot-stopper in the game after years of coming short to Bayern Munich's Manuel Neuer, and nobody can say that he does not deserve it based on the form that he has shown over the past several seasons.
He has firmly established himself as one of the best goalkeepers in the world and has been superb between the sticks for both club and country.
#8. Luis Suarez
OVERALL RATING = 91
Pace = 80
Shooting = 90
Passing = 79
Dribbling = 87
Defence = 52
Physical = 85
Position: ST
Some might question the Uruguayan's rating based on the fact that he has not looked the same player over the past few seasons, but the fact of the matter is that Suarez is still one of the deadliest strikers in the world.
While he might not be the goal machine that he was at Liverpool, his current role at Barcelona requires him to be as much of a facilitator as he is a scorer. Admittedly he has lost some of the ruthless finishing that he once possessed, but he remains one of the most feared strikers in football.
#7. Sergio Ramos
OVERALL RATING = 91
Pace = 75
Shooting = 63
Passing = 71
Dribbling = 72
Defence = 91
Physical = 84
Position: CB
After winning three consecutive Champions League titles, Real Madrid's captain has firmly established himself as the best defender in the world, and this is reflected in his rating on FIFA 19.
While his early career was marked by discipline issues and defensive lapses, over the past several years, Ramos has managed to grow into one of the most dependable centre-backs in world football. His position as the highest rated defender in the game is rightfully deserved.
#6. Eden Hazard
OVERALL RATING = 91
Pace = 91
Shooting = 82
Passing = 86
Dribbling = 94
Defence = 35
Physical = 67
Position: LW
The Belgian winger is finally getting the recognition he deserves as one of the best players in football. He was brilliant throughout the season for Chelsea and managed to carry them to an FA Cup win.
Then, he was absolutely electric at the World Cup in Russia and possibly deserved to win the Golden Ball over Luka Modric. With the new season starting, Hazard has already hit the ground running by scoring 2 goals and assisting twice more in just 2 starts under new manager Maurizio Sarri.
#5. Kevin De Bruyne
OVERALL RATING = 91
Pace = 77
Shooting = 86
Passing = 92
Dribbling = 87
Defence = 60
Physical = 78
Position: CAM
De Bruyne finds himself with the same rating as his Belgium captain, Eden Hazard. The Manchester City playmaker has been superb since last season but did not receive the recognition that most felt he deserved due to the rise of Mohammed Salah.
Manchester City had an historical league campaign last season and De Bruyne was the main reason behind their success. His ability to pick a pass can be matched by only a few in football today and FIFA has rightfully given him one of the highest ratings in the game.
#4. Luka Modric
OVERALL RATING = 91
Pace = 76
Shooting = 76
Passing = 90
Dribbling = 91
Defence = 70
Physical = 67
Position: CM
It is nice to see Modric being finally recognized as one of football's premier talents. For years he has been immense for Real Madrid, but got overlooked for flashier names like Ronaldo and Bale. But when he managed to carry underdogs Croatia into the finals of the World Cup this year, the world finally sat up and took notice of the maestro.
Now he is one of the favourites to win the Ballon d'Or this year, and will surely have a lot more eyes on him now that Ronaldo has left Real Madrid.
#3. Neymar
OVERALL RATING = 92
Pace = 92
Shooting = 84
Passing = 83
Dribbling = 95
Defence = 32
Physical = 59
Position: LW
Neymar has not had the best time since moving to Paris Saint-Germain in a world record €222 deal last summer. Although he has been scoring on a regular basis, the Brazilian got injured at an important stage of the season last year.
He would be fit enough to make his return by the World Cup, but did not have a great time in Russia, being talked about more for his antics than his footballing ability. But that has not stopped FIFA from retaining him as the third best player in this year's game.
#2. Lionel Messi
OVERALL RATING = 94
Pace = 88
Shooting = 91
Passing = 88
Dribbling = 96
Defence = 32
Physical = 61
Position: CF
FIFA has not been too kind to Messi in the past few seasons, but his performances have meant that they had no option but make him the highest rated player in the game.
The Argentine has always been brilliant, but the past few seasons have seen him take a much greater role since the departures of Xavi and Iniesta. Now, he operates as both the primary goalscorer and playmaker of this Barcelona.
It is hard to find anyone who can play both these roles with perfection like Messi does. But after all, there has never been anyone like Messi.
#1. Cristiano Ronaldo
OVERALL RATING = 94
Pace = 90
Shooting = 93
Passing = 81
Dribbling = 90
Defence = 35
Physical = 79
Position: ST
The Portuguese legend manages to hold on to his top spot on the back of a third consecutive Champions League triumph with Real Madrid. But since then, Ronaldo has decided to join Juventus in a shocking move.
While Ronaldo remains as ruthless as ever, it is undeniable that age will start to catch up with him very soon. He is about to be 34 in a few months time, and could very soon start to lose some of his legendary scoring abilities.
This might be the last time Ronaldo is the best player on FIFA. Enjoy him while you can, although it would be foolish to write Cristiano Ronaldo off.
