Player Review

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4.5

Unbelievable

By dalax, 06-11-2021

I played him as the sole striker in a 4231 in a pretty mediocre team even for this time of year (squad is linked), going to show that he was the main player of my team and carried the rest of my attack. All my games were in FUT Rivals Division 2 and FUT Champions, Rank 2-3, and let me tell you that he is an absolute ANIMAL !!!!!!! First I will tell you that his stats are a complete lie: his dribbling (even with a hunter), is phenomenal in good gameplay, especially for a striker of his size. Although in bad gameplay he might feel off or clunky, so don't blame him in that front. However it is the shooting that makes this card state of the art. If you get him in a good position in the box, 9/10 times it is going in. Finesse, near post, far post, bicycle, on the bench, in the stands, it doesn't matter, because it hits the back of the net every single time. His shooting would be nothing if it wasn't for his disgusting attack positioning though. Whether it's him or all icon strikers in general, his AI just seems to work differently from others. He stays on-side and makes unstoppable runs into the box, just pass him the ball and let him do the rest. His weak foot felt incredible and although it isn't a 5 star weak foot, it feels great. Pace-wise he is not Aubameyang or Diaby, and he will definitely start to slow down as faster and faster CB's are released, but for now his pace is pretty good and he can clear even slightly slower defenders. His physicals are nothing to write home about, but the stamina never presented an issue for me (you might have to sub him out 80th minute though). His aggression and strength, while being noticeably low, are a little fake because he wins tackles and fights for the ball more than my idiot fraud Dembele and Sane do. He has real passion when he plays. The only weak point of this card is the passing, and having slightly bad dribbling in bad gameplay. The passing is more than good enough for short passes but DO NOT try to make Pirlo-esque passes with him, or you will have a crazy amount of turnovers. All in all, his player type reminds me of Lewa or Son. Lewa if he could run and dribble well, and make his own chances. As for Son the 5 star weak foot is a good advantage, as well as the price, but nothing beats an icon when it comes to their performance. They just play differently in game. If you want a sole striker with icon links for around 400k this is an unbelievable option, and recently he is getting cheaper and easier to attain. He is just a top tier player, and if you have a good attack around him it is sickening the goals he will score for you.

Shooting (9/10): As I said before he is absolutely lethal in the box. With Finesse shot trait, 90 finishing and 85 shot power every shot is like a rocket and accurate as can be. He is prone to occasional moments of tomfoolery in the box, and he hits the post a lot, but his brilliance outshines them by far.

Dribbling (8.5/10): Despite being a bigger player his dribbling will surprise you. He can most definitely make his own chances but against insane defenders you may need to pass around and play him like a target man, only giving him the chance to shoot. In good gameplay he can dribble well, and although he is no Messi he has an impressive 88 agility and 82 balance.

Pace (8/10): He is fast enough to where you can play him through and he will keep up and in some cases outrun the defender. However it isn't his strong point and you can't use him like Diaby or Aubameyang. The playstyle I find suits him the most is when you pass around and let him take a touch or two and shoot.

Passing (7/10): Not great but sufficient.

Physical (7/10): Might get knocked over a couple times but not as easily as a smaller player and he will fight for the ball.

Formation: 4231

Position: ST

Games: 19

GPG: 1.32

APG: 0.68

4.5

Overall

4.0

Value

5.0

2.5

Stamina

Pace (8/10)

Shooting (9/10)

Passing (7/10)

Dribbling (8/10)

Defending (1/10)

Physicality (7/10)

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