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Player Review

91 - Icon
5.0
CAM Masterclass
By FUTOpinion, 19-12-2017

When I first saw this card I was doubtful. I ended up paying 450k for him, with nothing in my club. Whilst the price is steep, you're getting a very versatile icon who's high rating also makes him eligible for other icon sbc's. I started Pires in a 4-3-2-1 at LF and switched to a 4-1-2-1-2 in game with Piers at CAM behind SBC Promes and SBC Icon Hernandez. What a player! If his price drops below 500 I wouldn't think twice before snapping him up.

  • Driblling - The main pro here. Pires is able to glide around challenges and effortlessly sweep past onrushing opponents. His control is mesmeric, and when coupled with his agility makes him incredible.
  • Pace - 88 Pace is more than enough for a winger, let alone a CAM! I still used Hunter on him but for a cheaper option use maestro.He feels exceptionally quick.
  • Shooting - Combining long shots and finishing here. Will score 9/10 times from many positions, including some rather questionable angles. Long shots can be a little variable so if possible choose the finesse, as his CURVE is another big pro.
  • Agility - For someone of his height Pires is surprisingly agile, and can exit skill moves quickly, and turn rapidly.
  • 4* Combo - What more should I say?
  • Stamina - Never gets tired.
  • Passing - Accurate at any distance.
  • Strength - If a CB farts on him he'll go over like he's been shot.
  • Heading - Not the best in the air, won't win duels. If he does his heading accuracy will also let you down.
  • Defending - If you wanted to switch this guy to CM for whatever reason his tackling is left to be desired which isn't helped by his lack of physical.
Formation: 41212-2
Position: CAM
Games: 55
GPG: 0.87
APG: 0.27
5.0
Overall
4.5
Value
5.0
GC
5.0
Stamina
Pace (9/10)
Shooting (10/10)
Passing (9/10)
Dribbling (10/10)
Defending (4/10)
Physicality (6/10)
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