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Player Review

93 - TOTGS
4.5
Insert funny Muller joke here
By Mine9000, 05-12-2021

Lewandowski was a hero for me during FUT 21, and it was only a matter of time until he got a phenomenal special card.  

I used Lewandowski as a left striker in a 352, and he acted as one of my 2 target men up top. I normally like playing a more possession-based style, which relies on skills, pace, and agility much less than normal. This card just seemed perfect for my team, and here is a review of how he played in the first 10 appearances for the club. In this review, I'll go into detail about what I feel are some crucial factors to picking a player. 

 

The custom tactics I used on him are: 

> Support runs = Stay central  

> Attacking runs = Target man 

> Interceptions = Normal interceptions 

> Defensive support = Stay Forward 

  

  

Stats (Div 2 Rivals): 

10 games 

17 goals 

10 assists 

  

I used a hawk chemistry style on him in game, so specific stats more useful as a target man would be boosted. This just added an edge to his already impressive in game stats such as jumping, finishing, attack positioning and pace.  

  

Overall – 9 / 10 

  

Linkability - 8 / 10 

Linkability is crucial. It's common knowledge that for a player to be the best they can be, they need 10 chem. Being a central player, it is much easier to fit him into a team as he can be positioned in CDM, CM, CAM, CF, and ST without losing chem, and can be moved in-game. He plays for Bayern Munich, the undoubtfully top team in the German league and a club that has a high reputation worldwide. Linking him via the German league (or more specifically Bayern) is very easy to do, especially with the addition of hero cards. There are a fair number of strong links which are very good, and even more which are weak links. On the other hand, having a Polish nationality can make it hard to link him outside of icons and Bundesliga, with there not being any icon strong links to supply him with.  

  

Pricing - 7 / 10 

Currently, he is 350k on Xbox, though I was lucky enough to pick him up for 320k as a snipe. Do I think his price of 350k (or even 320k) is worth it? That would have to be entirely up to you. I personally think he was worth the current price. He seems very good in game and has had a large impact on my team.  

  

Pace - 8 / 10 

I can already hear players who rely on meta crying. Lewandowski has 80 pace, and playing him as a target man makes that more than enough. He could be much faster though, and it would be good for positions where he could break through the defensive line for a through ball, as I noticed having him run through on goal meant sweaty centre backs were beginning to catch up. 

  

Shooting - 10 / 10 

94 shooting is very good no matter how you play him. Some main stats which personally grab my interest using him as a target man are 97 Attack Positioning and 97 Finishing. He is always in the perfect position, whether it's for a cross or to get played the ball and play it off or take a shot. The finishing is perfect for him as well, and I noticed that he didn't miss any headers or send any shots off target at all. 92 shot power and 89 long shots means he has the capabilities to take attempts from a longer range, and I noticed he can score from just about anywhere. 91 volleys is also really nice, as it means he’s much more likely to be able to put something on target without having to take time for a touch.  

  

Passing - 8 / 10 

The most important stats to me are the 86 short passing and 80 curve. 86 short passing allows him to make nice, quick passing plays and play people through on goal. The 80 curve more relates to shooting, as it allows him to get good enough curve on any free kicks or finesses. With not a single passing stat below 71, he can definitely play a good ball.  

  

Dribbling - 8 / 10 

Lewandowski isn't known for being the most agile player, hence the 79 agility stat. As a target man, this isn't that important, though there are still moments where agility can help make attacks. Agile dribbling still works ok with him, though I have noticed he might give away possession a slight bit if you try and agile dribble close to more than 1 defender. 90 ball control means he can take good touches and move the ball into best positions, and 90 composure allows him to remain cool in tense situations, meaning he won't misplace as many crucial shots.  

  

Physicality - 8.5 / 10 

As a striker, physicality is an important aspect. 77 stamina isn't the best, and could result in him getting worn out easier and get more injuries if he has to run much more than being just a target man. 87 strength allows him to keep the ball by forcing other players away, or win possession if needed. 86 jumping is nice, though I feel having his as a target man means he definitely needs to have it boosted so he can jump higher for crosses.  

  

Set pieces - 7.5 / 10 

I tested him on multiple free kicks and penalties and he was very good. He had a roughly 60% free kick conversion rate (even when the keeper was moved), which is more than likely due to a combination of his 86 free kick accuracy, shot power and long shots. His 92 penalties are good, alongside the 97 finishing, though a majority of the time, the opponent didn't dive the right way. This is the main reason why I won't use this as a main judging point. For corners, he’s a perfect man to cross to. Good enough jumping along with heading accuracy and finishing makes him deadly in the middle of the box. I like the aim just in front of the striker with an in-swinging cross from the corner, and he always seems to score from this. 

 


Club + League links

Shooting

Physicality

4* weak foot

4* skills

Not the best pace

Lack of agility

Could have better passing

Price

Nationality links

Formation: 352
Position: ST
Games: 10
GPG: 1.70
APG: 1.00
4.5
Overall
3.5
Value
4.5
GC
3.5
Stamina
Pace (8/10)
Shooting (10/10)
Passing (8/10)
Dribbling (8/10)
Defending (6/10)
Physicality (9/10)
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