Reviews

As someone who has used multiple icons, Pires is easily one of the best. I had previously used 88 Pires and decided to sell him in order to complete the SBC for 91 Pires. I was contentious about this, as they seemed to have similar stats, however Pires proved his worth. Pires is easily visible on the pitch, he is easy to distinguish due to his long lucious hair and height. He has a presence on the pitch, off the ball and on the ball. Pires creates phenomenal runs and is a provider as well as a giver.

Pires scores many goals (92) and distributes the ball fantastically. When he's on the ball, he just feels naturally amazing. Although he has 64 physicality, due to his height he goes through defenders like it’s no body’s business. Defenders struggle to shove him off the ball and when they do, they receive a card. Pires has a great weak foot, shooting on either food is a mission that is easily accomplished by the Frenchman. His skill moves compliment his playing style. He is agile and has a special playing style. 

Pires doesn’t necessarily have the best heading accuracy or jumping, yet he jumps up like a fish out of water and scores a goal every few games from the corner. His stamina is not a problem, I’ve never had to take him off the pitch, even if he starts with low fitness.

When it comes to set pieces, Pires is great. He’s scored off tactical set pieces about 5 times and scores penalties with ease. He has the best penalties statistic in my team.

Pires is an underrated Prime Icon. Pires is definitely worth the money and is a key player in my team.

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.

I use Pires as a CAM in the 41212(2) and he is absolutely clinical. I start off with the 4321 and switch in game since I feel he's better suited to being a CAM. He makes better runs than any CAM I've used and his finishing in the box is excellent. He's one of those players who just always seems to be in the right place at the right time. He's also very quick for a CAM which compensates for his lack of strength. As you would expect, his playmaking ability is top class with great passing and dribbling. One disappointing thing is his long shots are pretty average which isn't ideal as I like my CAMs to be able to bang them in from long distance. Being 6'2" and so agile is a rare combination at CAM. In terms of value for money, I don't believe you'll find a better icon, especially if you do the SBC. His stamina has't been a problem for me at any point. His goals and assists are all from division 1/FUT Champions and I'd say it's a pretty decent return: 127 goals, 115 assists in 162 games.

He felt so slow with the ball and not agile at all... I used him for 100 games and got Martial instead.

Used him at left CAM in 4231.