FIFA 17: Predicted Player Ratings for Real Madrid
FIFA 17 will be available worldwide by late September. With a host of changes being introduced this time around (Including the splendid Frostbite engine), EA Sports is set to revolutionize the gaming industry with their latest masterpiece. The game has already received a lot of positive feedback after announcing Marco Reus as their new cover star.
Coming back to the main point, Real Madrid is one of the most popular clubs while playing FIFA. Be it Career Mode, H2H or Online Seasons, the Los Blancos are the favourites to play with. Packed with a squad of talented (and high-rated) individuals, Real Madrid had four players in FIFA’s annual Team of the Season squad. After a topsy-turvy season, there were a few standout performers as well as a handful of failures. With the new game fast approaching, let us take a look at the potential ratings for their FIFA 17 cards:
#1 Goalkeepers and Defenders
Madrid has continued their legacy of fielding extraordinary goalkeeping talent. Costa Rican Keylor Navas was one of Real’s best players last season. Their defence is one of the strongest in Europe. The combination of Sergio Ramos and Pepe has worked like a charm supported well by the agile Carvajal and the tireless Marcelo. The makeshift defenders have done a wonderful job in keeping it tight at the back in the absence of the key players.
Keylor Navas: 82 → 84
Madrid’s saviour at the start of the season and one of the side’s key player’s as the season wore on, the Costa Rica shot-stopper had a phenomenal 2015-16 season. Conceding only 35 times in 46 games, Navas was a brick in front of goal. He started FIFA 16 with a 79 rated card, later updated to 82. He ended the season with a 90 rated TOTS card. He will be one of the highest rated keepers in FIFA 17.
Kiko Casilla: 81 → 81
The Spaniard did not have much to do the last term. He was kept out by the magnificent Keylor Navas. He played a few games here and there but did not do anything noteworthy of an upgrade or a downgrade.
Sergio Ramos: 87 → 87
One of the game's best players, Sergio Ramos had a decent season. After a disappointing Euro 2016 campaign, he bounced back with a splendid performance in the UEFA Super Cup against Sevilla. After a player turns 30, FIFA tends to downgrade players. However, they won't be messing with the defender's ratings as he is a fan favourite. Ramos will be an 87 rated defender in FIFA 17.
Pepe: 84 → 84
The Portuguese improved as a defender last season. Pepe’s tackling was better and surprisingly, he was disciplined. However, he was not clinical in front of goal and missed plenty of chances. He may have a stat change where his defending stat increases and shooting stat decreases. He will remain as an 84 rated defender in the next edition.
Raphael Varane: 82 → 82
The French defender had a season filled with injuries. He did perform well in the few games he played, but it will not be enough to earn him an upgrade. Varane will not be downgraded as he put in a couple of good shifts in the league.
Dani Carvajal: 82 → 84
The youngster had a brilliant season and was instrumental in the Champion’s League and scored the winner in the Super Cup against Sevilla. Carvajal has improved leaps and bounds since 2014 and has become one of Madrid’s key players. He will definitely get upgraded.
Marcelo: 83 → 84
The Brazilian is one of Real Madrid’s consistent performers. Be it clean sheets, goals or assists, he will find a way to go past any good defense. He was a part of FIFA’s annual Team of the Season squad. Marcelo is a definite candidate for getting upgraded.
Nacho: 75 → 75
The youngster had a decent season and scored on his senior debut. He did not get many opportunities but proved to be a decent player in the absence of Ramos and Pepe. The Spaniard is one for the future, but for now, he will have to deal with a rating of 75.
Danilo: 81 → 79
The Brazilian had a dismal campaign. After being signed for a hefty sum much was expected from the Porto man. But he disappointed and will definitely be downgraded for next season.