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85 - TOTS
4.5
Ogbonna Returns
By jjwahle, 24-04-2021

I highly recommend you get used to the name "Ricardo Almeida Santos," because this man can change your backline for the better. I've been reading Futbin comments all year under the cards of centerbacks and a constant complaint was "low agility and reactions." Well, now that complaint is no longer valid! This man is 6 foot 5 inches of pure destruction, yet somehow has 99 agility and comes with 95 reactions as well. He even has 88 balance! How is that even possible? With 88 stamina and 99 strength, this guy will boss it for you all game. Now, you may be wondering... how do I fit this guy into my team? Unfortunately, there is no easy answer, especially if you are used to playing formations with 4 in the back. Santos is cheap as can be, but you will likely be spending quite a bit on icons to fit around him. Currently, I am surrounding him with Essien, Zambrotta, Yashin, and Dalot. If you have FB Renato, he can be a piece of the puzzle for you. I think getting Santos on 10 chem is really important as his pace is "low" compared to fullbacks that could be played in his position. However, he is still worth trying out on 8 chem.

Thick as hell - Santos is bodying anyone that comes near him.

Pace - Quite obviously, his pace is high but coupled with high agility and balance, he can make up space faster than other CB options.

Tackling - His tackles feel very strong; he's likely to put Neymar on the floor

Awareness/Positioning - I noticed that Santos tends to drift out of position a bit especially when there is confusion among the defensive line.

That said, he is quick to get back into position when needed.

Formation: 41212-2
Position: CB
Games: 15
GPG: 0.00
APG: 0.00
4.5
Overall
5.0
Value
4.0
GC
5.0
Stamina
Pace (9/10)
Shooting (1/10)
Passing (7/10)
Dribbling (5/10)
Defending (9/10)
Physicality (10/10)
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