All player positions in EA Sports FC 25

Player Roles in EA Sports FC 25 is part of the latest FC IQ feature. These roles work in tandem with team tactics and player playstyle to have a deeper impact, especially when placed in the right position.

Player Roles reflect a player’s position on their real-life team, the roles they typically play, and their skills in those areas. Essentially, they allow players to have a more customized and strategic approach to how the game is played.

Currently, there are 31 Player Roles in EA SPORTS FC 25. With approximately 1-3 Focuses per role, there are 52 possible combinations. Thanks to that, gamers have many choices on how to build their team and how to approach the game. Let’s continue reading the article and explore All Player Roles in EA Sports FC 25how to operate and specific skills.

All attacking roles in EA Sports FC 25

Target Forward (ST)

An attacking player with good physicality allows him to keep the ball, shield it from opponents and bring others into the attack, while also winning crosses as well as passes to the feet.

• Attack (Focus 1) – Target Forward can focus on moving forward without any defensive instructions.
• Balanced (Focus 2) – Target Forward will leave the defense, hold the ball and pass the ball to teammates, taking on small-scale defensive duties.
• Wide (Focus 3) – Target Forward will drift towards the edges of the box looking for space to make an impact.

False 9 (ST)

Arranged in the striker line, this player drops deep to command play, in the space in front of the defense. This also allows them to contribute to the defensive phases of the game.

• Build-up (Focus 1) – False 9 will drop behind the opponent’s defense and act as a playmaker, leading attacks.

Poacher (ST)

This player has one goal: to score. They stay forward and focus on running in behind the defense, creating scoring opportunities.

• Attack (Focus 1) – Poacher will lurk just outside the defense, ready to take advantage of any gaps or defensive errors.

Advance Forward (ST)

A versatile striker who usually stays close to the opposition’s defense, but opens up opportunities for passes during the build-up and runs in behind to score.

• Attack (Focus 1) – Advanced Forward will focus on scoring opportunities, usually in high and central positions on the pitch.
• Complete (Focus 2) – Advanced Forward is free to move out wide when needed to receive a pass or create space with a run.

Winger (LW/RW)

A midfielder always plays wide, sticks close to the touchline, and supports both wings in every play.

• Attack (Focus 1) – Winger will focus on getting forward and prefers to run behind the defense instead of getting the ball at his feet.
• Balanced (Focus 2) – Winger will support both defense and attack, combining running back and putting himself in a passing position.

Wide Playmaker (LW/RW)

An attacking player is positioned wide, but can move inside to help create opportunities to break down the defence.

• Attack (Focus 1) – Wide Playmaker will move forward and receive a pass out of bounds.

Inside Forward (LW/RW)

The Inside Forward starts on the wing, but frequently cuts inside with his dominant foot to shoot or make the final pass. They tend to run in behind the defense.

• Attack (Focus 1) – Inside Forward will focus on cutting inside and making attacking runs.
• Balanced (Focus 2) – Inside Forward will provide minimal defensive support and at times will not run out behind to provide passing options.

All midfielder roles in EA Sports FC 25

Half Winger (CAM/CM)

A midfielder creates width when their team is in possession, moving along the flanks to create a wide threat. Particularly effective as one of three central midfielders.

• Attack (Focus 1) – Half Winger can freely advance, temporarily ignoring defensive responsibilities.
• Balanced (Focus 2) – Half Winger will alternate between attack and defense in a balanced way.

Playmaker (CAM/CM)

This player tends to be the creative fulcrum of the midfield, allowed to move and create space and opportunities to attack. There is a possibility of losing position if the opponent counterattacks.

• Attack (Focus 1) – Playmaker will advance to support attacks higher up the field.
• Balanced (Focus 2) – Playmaker will assist in defense when needed, as well as coordinate attacks.
• Roaming (Focus 3) – Playmaker will be able to freely explore the field to find the best position to support the attack.

Shadow Striker (CAM)

An attacking midfielder plays in the ‘hole’ behind the striker. Their well-timed runs into the box will create many scoring opportunities.

• Attack (Focus 1) – When set to Attack, Shadow Striker will focus on running into the penalty area late, filling the space behind the striker.

Holding (CDM/CM)

A key role in modern football, this defensive midfielder focuses on protecting the defense during attacks and covering against counter-attacks, with limited offensive support.

• Defend (Focus 1) – When instructed to Defend, the holding midfielder will move slightly higher to provide a passing option, but otherwise will focus on defending.
• Roaming (Focus 2) – When set to Roaming, the holding midfielder will move across the width of the field to close passing lanes and advance to put pressure on attacking players.

Deep-Lying Playmaker (CDM/CM)

Key to building play from the back, this defensive midfielder is often the catalyst for attacks.

• Defend (Focus 1) – With a Defend focus, the deep-lying playmaker will focus on blocking passes and staying put while their team attacks.
• Roaming (Focus 2) – Focus Roaming allows the deep-lying playmaker to move across the width of the field to support attacks.

Box-to-Box (CM)

This player operates between the two boxes, not being the last line of defense, nor the last part of the attack, but participating in everything in between.

• Balance (Focus 1) – When asked to Balance, the shuttle midfielder will cover the center of the field in both attack and defense.

Center Half (CDM)

A defensive midfielder will drop the ball between the centre-backs while the team is in possession of the ball to protect against counter-attacks.

• Defend (Focus 1) – When set to Defend, the central defender will focus on his defensive duties.