Player Review

Like a lot of the FIFA community, I voted for Lingard to win the PL POTM and was a little disappointed to find out he didn't win. However, Ilkay Gundogan (I believe he rightfully deserved to win) is a great card contrary to popular belief. The SHADOW chemistry style without a shadow of a doubt (see what I did there ;) ) is the best way to get the most out of Gundo and it is vital to use him in a midfield trio or quartet at CM.

PACE:

With a SHADOW, his 84 pace is not the best, but is reasonable for the use of a box-to-box central midfielder who will do the job for you. 84 for both Acceleration and Sprint Speed is a great combo.

SHOOTING:

Shooting stats are an absolute lie; when you set this guy on Get Forward and Get Into Box For Crosses, he will finish every opportunity for you especially with his overpowered far post shots. His Composure of 92 is also great for his shooting. Shots outside of the box? No problem, Mr. Whippy will supply the goods, sometimes going to bins, into the side netting and his finesse shots are decent with his right foot. His 4* Weak Foot isn't too bad either, just don't try any finesse shots with his left and you should be okay.

PASSING:

Scholes-esque. The man's vision and range for passing is so good, he could probably find a trophy in Tottenham Hotspur's trophy cabinet. All jokes aside, through balls and assists galore with 91 Vision, 93 Short Passing, 90 Long Passing and a bonus 90 Curve which can prove vital in certain situations is amazing. One of the most complete playmakers in the premier league.

DRIBBLING:

He really is silky Ilkay. His ball control of 93 is greatly complemented with his height of 5'11 and can perform many great turns despite his Agility of only 82. 82 Balance and 90 Reactions also ensure he never slips like Steven Gerrard and is very calm on the ball. Does not feel clunky whatsoever with a bonus 4* Skill Moves to skip past opposition players gracefully with his in-game stat of 89 dribbling as well.

DEFENDING:

Mr. Whippy can also become Mr. Clippy as he clips onto opposition attackers and with the use of the SHADOW chemistry style, Gundogan surprisingly acquires great defensive stats of 85 Defensive Awareness, 89 Sliding Tackle and 87 Sliding Tackle. With his immaculate 92 Interceptions as a result of the upgrade from the chemistry style, you may opt to use him in a CDM role and he will do bits, however I believe there are better options in the Premier League. Gundogan's Medium Defensive Work Rate could be better however it is not too noticeable in game.

PHYSICAL:

This is where the card is not so great. Yes, he is able to use his strength in his hold up play to shield the ball, however he is not too great in bullying attackers off the ball. 78 Stamina is the massive let-down, however playing him at CM will not drain his stamina as much.

Overall, a solid card I really enjoy using. If you are a City fan or in need of a Premier League midfielder I would heavily advise you to complete this SBC. If not, I would still advise completing this SBC as he could be used as SBC fodder down the line and is a fun and great card to use. Thanks for reading!!!