FC 24 TOTW 13 Predictions

TOTW 13 showcases a series of upsets with major clubs such as Man City, Arsenal, Munich and Barcelona all falling to defeat. This does reduce the pool of top options to select from thus we see a rather mediocre side headlined by Son.

Lukas Hradecky - GK - 81 > 85 OVR

Nine saves / Stuttgart 1 - Leverkusen 1 / 2 Kicker Rating

Keeper options were few and far between with the two best candidates both coming during 1-1 draws with Hradecky and Trafford. The former being a gold will inevitably end up being the deciding factor thus I expect Hradecky to feature.

Chancel Mbemba - CB - 80 > 84 OVR

Goal and assist / Lorient 2 - Marseille 4 / 7 L’equipe Rating

Aubameyang was fantastic this week but with his recent inclusion in EA’s Radioactive promotion, I feel he gets snubbed. Although Mbemba was not named MOTM his performance from the back could still justify a position with both a goal and an assist playing a big role in Marseille’s three points.

Federico Gatti - CB - 76 > 86 OVR

Goal and clean sheet / Juventus 1 - Napoli 0 / 7 Gazzetta Rating

There have been a couple of occasions that Gatti has been snubbed of an IF this year already. Considering the magnitude of the fixture this time around I would be surprised to see history repeat itself after the Italian scored the solitary goal.

James Tavernier - RB - 78 > 86 OVR

Goal and assist / Rangers 3 - Dundee 1 / 8.5 Sofascore Rating

Given Tavernier's consistent attacking returns throughout a season, it's clear to see why he has ended the past 3 games at 90 or above. The Englishman is now in line for his second special of the game after two attacking contributions helped guide Rangers to a 3-1 win.

Junior Dina Ebimbe - LM - 75 > 86 OVR

Two goals / Frankfurt 5 - Munich 1 / 1 Kicker Rating

One of the most unconventional results you will see all season came with Frankfurt hammering Munich 5-1. Ebimbe was named MOTM and also POTW for his two goals in the victory and with the shock factor of the result added in I would expect him to also receive the featured upgrade.

Scott McTominay - CDM - 79 > 86 OVR

Two goals / Man United 2 - Chelsea 1 / 8 Sky Rating

United endured an embarrassing loss at the hands of Bournemouth on Saturday. However, you can’t overlook the midweek fixture from which McTominay once again showed his prowess in front of goal, scoring both goals during a 2-1 win.

Mikel Merino - CM - 84 > 86 OVR

Goal and assist / Villarreal 0 - Real Sociedad 3 / 8.8 Whoscored Rating

Once again numerous low scores from La Liga made the TOTW process difficult for the division. Merino stands out from Sociedad’s 3-0 though. The Spaniard scored the opener before then providing an assist for the third.

Heung Min Son - LM - 87 > 89 OVR

One goal, two assists / Tottenham 4 - Newcastle 1 / 9 Sky Rating

Tottenham ended their winless streak with a convincing 4-1 win at home to Newcastle. EA are in desperate need of a big name or two, thus Son who was involved in three goals is their easy route. Sky awarded the Korean 9/10 making his SIF a strong possibility on Wednesday.

Alexandre Lacazette - ST - 83 > 86 OVR

Hat trick / Lyon 3 - Toulouse 0 / 8 L’equipe Rating

It was the Lacazette show for Lyon this weekend. Scoring all three of their goals the Frenchman doubled his tally for the season. He was one of only two players to receive an 8 from L’equipe cementing his spot in TOTW 13.

Simon Banza - ST - 78 > 87 OVR

Two goals, one assist / Vizela 1 - Braga 3 / 9.4 Sofascore Rating

Banza’s squad foundation special item in FIFA 23 was one of my favourite cards outside of the top 5 divisions last season and after a featured upgrade five weeks ago this SIF evokes a sense of nostalgia. The Frenchman was involved in all three Braga goals making him a strong candidate for TOTW 13.

Ademola Lookman - ST - 81 > 85 OVR

Two goals / Atalanta 3 - AC Milan 2 / 7.5 Gazzetta Rating

With the top two of Juventus and Inter Milan establishing a lead from the rest of the division it was pivotal that AC Milan kept picking up three points. Atalanta had other ideas, coming out on top of a five-goal thriller. Lookman scored twice early on which ended up being crucial.

Substitutes

Pascal Groß - LB - 78 > 83 OVR

Goal and assist / Brighton 2 - Brentford 1 / 8 Sky Rating

Groß was still involved in the offensive side of Brighton’s performance despite playing in an unconventional LB role. Scoring once and assisting another Groß ensured the early Mbuemo goal was deemed worthless with the Seagulls taking home all three points.

Patrick Mainka - CB - 74 > 83 OVR

Two goals / Heidenheim 3 - Darmstadt 2 / 1.5 Kicker Rating

We saw a plethora of defensive options present themselves this week with all five included producing two goal contributions. This means several others who would usually make the cut find it difficult. Mainka is my final defensive selection and gets the nod for his brace during a hard-fought 3-2 win.

Rodrigo Gomes - RM - 68 > 83 OVR

Two goals, two assists / Estoril 4 - Chaves 0 / 9.4 Sofascore Rating

A second from the Portuguese league is rare but not unheard of. Boasting four goal contributions, Gomes is among the best options this week. There is also a chance that EA classifies his position as RWB rather than RM which will only increase his chances.

John Mcginn - CM - 79 > 83 OVR

One goal / Aston Villa 1 - Arsenal 0 / 9 Sky Rating

What a week it has been for Unai Emery’s Aston Villa. First beating Manchester City 1-0 before then repeating the feat against Arsenal. Mcginn played a role in both fixtures and gets the eventual nod for scoring the goal against Arsenal. Villa simply must feature this week but it really could be anyone.

Raul Jimenez - ST - 76 > 83 OVR

Two goals / Fulham 5 - Nottingham Forest 0 / 9 Sky Rating

With two 5-0 wins to their name this week it’s perhaps surprising that Fulham’s options are so fringe. Jimenez specifically gets the nod for his part in the first match in which he scored twice. The Mexican then scored again during a 5-0 win over West Ham. Fulham should feature but I wouldn’t be overly surprised if EA opt to ignore.

Cucho Hernandez - ST - 76 > 83 OVR

One goal / Columbus 2 - LAFC 1 / Final MVP.

Columbus secured the MLS title this weekend, with a 2-1 win over LAFC. Typically a striker with a solitary goal, especially from the spot, would overlooked for a TOTW position. With the scenario and historic trend by EA, Cucho has a strong possibility. Potentially the first hero included in the game.

Esmee Brugts - ST - 71 > 83 OVR

Hat trick / Barcelona (W) 5 - Eibar (W) 0 / 9.6 Sofascore Rating

Barcelona continue to be the most prominent club receiving IF’s for the female side of the game. A fourth looks set to be on the way after Brugts bagged three during a comfortable 5-0 home win.