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84 - SIF
4.5
Most Underrated Serie A Centerback
By jefehobbs, 28-07-2018

Hard to believe at the end of the FIFA season there are no Nkoulou reviews and he only has 11 likes. I really can't say enough good things about him--he feels like FoF Umtiti only better. Every game he consistently proves himself with timely tackles, ability to read defensive and offensive plays, and outstanding passing that kicks off counter attacks. Nkoulou doesn't feel like a clumsy CB on the ball: his movement is agile, fluid, and easy to control, allowing him to make that crucial first touch and dribble to throw off a pressing attacker and send the ball up field. His agile feel also makes tackling and tracking back very easy...he always inspires confidence. His M/M work-rates are a perfecct match for ToTS Koulibaly and they make an insane Def/Off duo. This is a card I will never sell and he's not leaving my EoE Italy squad...ever. Throw an Anchor chem on him and he goes from 84 up to 93, with just the right key stats. Nicolas is a great reflection of a modern, offensively capable CB who will contribute in many areas, not just sitting back and parking that bus.

*With Anchor Chem Style:


  • Rapid, fluid movement on the ball via 89 balance (insane for a CB).
  • Great feeling of agility when tracking back & tackling.
  • Feels much faster than 84 pace.
  • 94 strength & 95 aggression, yet rarely gets carded.
  • 99 marking...even most top defenders have much lower marking.
  • 99 jumping & 93 heading.
  • 88 composure for an 84-rated card!
  • Kicks off the counter multiple times a game w/ 87 short & 84 long passing.
  • Easily throws off an attacker's attempt to press back the line.
  • M/M work-rates pair up nicely with H/H centerback.
  • Does NOT get lost or disappear on the pitch.
  • At 6ft his height is a slight disadvantage if faced up vs. a tall Target Man, but not by much!
  • A few more useful Traits & Specialties would have been nice...and deserved.
  • Generally not an offensive Aerial Threat from corners, but he has headed home a few timely goals.
Formation: 433-4
Position: CB
Games: 77
GPG: 0.06
APG: 0.16
4.5
Overall
5.0
Value
4.5
GC
4.0
Stamina
Pace (8/10)
Shooting (5/10)
Passing (8/10)
Dribbling (9/10)
Defending (10/10)
Physicality (9/10)