Best central defenders in EA FC 25

Modern central defenders are almost unrecognisable from the imperious bruisers that marshalled backlines in the 20th century.

Contemporary centre-backs need to be comfortable in possession, defending on the halfway line and matching the speed and athleticism of opposition forwards. It’s a role that demands a special skill set, one that few players possess.

However, there are some who thrive in the role of a modern central defender. Their blend of pace, physicality and technical ability makes them incredible assets – especially on video games like EA FC.

Here are the ten best centre-backs on EA FC 25 you can build your Ultimate Team or Career Mode squads around.

Juventus’ ascent back up the Serie A table in 2023/24 was modelled around their stringent defence under former boss Massimiliano Allegri. They conceded just 31 times in 38 matches while securing bronze, with Bremer key to their defiant backline.

The athletic central defender has been upgraded from 84 to 86-rated in EA FC 25 off the back of some standout displays for the Old Lady, with his 82 pace and 85 physical stats making him a commanding presence that can help you stifle the game’s speedy forwards.

Juventus may have conceded an impressive 31 times in Serie A last season, but Inter allowed nine fewer en route to winning the title at a canter. Simone Inzaghi is adept at organising his defence and his job is made significantly simpler by the presence of the underappreciated Alessandro Bastoni.

The lanky Italian doesn’t have any particularly noticeable individual attributes, either physical or technical, but his ability to read the game and snuff out opposition attacks makes him an elite centre-back. The Italian’s 87 overall rating is fitting of his talents.

In the last six EA FC and FIFA titles, Marquinhos has never received an overall rating of below 85, peaking in FIFA 23 with an 88-rated card. While he finds himself an overall lower this year, he again features among the game’s best centre-backs.

The Paris Saint-Germain star is an excellent all-round defender in-game with solid pace (79), good physicals (81) and excellent defending (89). He may not be as glamorous as others on this list, but he’s a steady presence at the back.