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5.0

Great CDM - Complete Player

By Zobdab2017, 28-08-2020

I had previously used Kante as my CDM but I grew frustrated with his lack of presence in front of the defense and his tackling against stronger midfeilders like Pogba, Sissoko, etc. Rijkaard is so good for me protecting the defense but his distribution and physicality is really what sets him apart from players like Kante. I used him in a 4-3-3 (2) with cut passing lanes, stay back while attacking, and cover center (I don't always have my CDM cover center but because of his size and stats that suits him better). I haven't had problems with his balance defensively or on the ball as I usually only dribble with a CDM if there is a lot of space and if there is a lot of space then balance isn't very relevant.

Pace- 8/10: he doesn't quite feel rapid but he moves pretty well

Shooting- 7/10: I haven't shot much with him but he usually makes the keeper work and I've scored a couple rebound goals after he took a shot

Passing- 9/10: I love his distribution which is something I haven't really had in a CDM in this version of the game. The catalyst chem style I've been using probably helps. He rarely gives the ball away on simple passes and his decisive passing is also pretty good.

Dribbling- 8/10: He has good ball control and composure so he can hold the ball pretty well but he's not gonna turn into Messi and start weaving through defenders.

Defending-9/10: interceptions and tackling are good. He can win the ball with strength, his positioning, and his tackling. His heading is also pretty good.

Physicality- 9/10: His stamina and strength are both excellent and I haven't had problems with his 78 aggression. His jumping is also good and made even better by his hair and overall size.

It's about to be September so it doesn't matter much, but I've really enjoyed Rijkaard and if you're looking for a good CDM he is a great option and a overall complete player imo.

Defending

Passing

Physicality

Brings calmness on the pitch

Balance but

it isn't

very

relevant

Formation: 433-2

Position: CDM

Games: 10

GPG: 0.00

APG: 0.20

5.0

Overall

4.5

Value

4.0

4.5

Stamina

Pace (8/10)

Shooting (7/10)

Passing (9/10)

Dribbling (8/10)

Defending (9/10)

Physicality (9/10)

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