Good football fans know: the line of defense is essential to building a solid team. So do FIFA gamers, the popular EA Sports brainchild and one of the best soccer games for PC in all history. If you are designing a squad that aims to reap many victories, you will need to have in its ranks the best center backs FIFA 22.
We are talking about one of the key positions in any game system: the DFC, following the nomenclature of the video game. The list of central defenders that we show you below is a true bouquet of cracks.
When choosing, you have to be cautious and observant, take a good look at specific statistics such as those related to acceleration, passing ability or physical strength. It all depends on what our team style is like. These are your best options:
Virgil Van Dijk
Right now, Virgil van Dijk He is considered one of the best central defenders in the world. Both in the real world and in FIFA 2022. The Dutch player is, at 30, one of Liverpool's stars. He is 1,93 m tall and weighs 92 kg. He is right-handed and noted for his skillful movements. His overall FIFA 22 rating is 89.
It has excellent defensive scores, especially in terms of marking the opponent. Although his overall balance is very positive (difficult to match by any other defense on this list), it is fair to point out that he has some of his weaknesses above, so he may not fit well in eminently offensive formations in which the line of defense is added in block to the attack.
Sergio Ramos
Who would not like to have Sergio Ramos in defending your lineup? The legend of Real Madrid, today in the ranks of PSG, has an overall score of 2022 in FIFA 88, which places him among the best in the game, just like in real life, by the way.
Sergio Ramos' FIFA player profile is distinguished by his versatility: good at long passes, excellent penalty shooter, agile and forceful in defense and dominating the aerial game in both areas. Despite his age, he is still a tireless player.
Marquinhos
With an overall rating of 87, Marquinhos he is without a doubt one of the best FIFA 22 centre-backs. At 27, the Brazilian seems to have reached his peak as a player, dominating PSG's defensive line (in FIFA and in reality) thanks to exceptional physical qualities.
Marquinhos is a center back who passes with honors in all defensive skills. He is strong and quick, knows how to position himself intelligently, has just the right amount of aggressiveness for his position on the field and rarely misses a pass. The numbers don't lie. A signing with all the guarantees.
Ruben Dias
The Portuguese Ruben Dias he has carved out a niche in his own right among the world's Top 10 great central defenders. He is a wall for Manchester City and also for his country's team. His overall rating in FIFA 22 is 87.
Ruben Dias' scores in the game in terms of defensive skills are impeccable. The only weaknesses appear at the time of the attack, which must be taken into account depending on what style you want to apply in the game.
Mats Hummels
Bastion of Borussia Dortmund and the German national team. the veteran Hummels, at 32 years old, is still one of the most valued centre-backs in FIFA 22, with an overall score of 86.
Despite his imposing physique (1,91 m tall and 92 kg in weight), it is the German's technical qualities that place him among the best defenders. In recent seasons he has lost some drive and strength, shortcomings largely made up for by his effectiveness in passing, whether they are to the foot or through the gap, with a simply impressive panoply of resources. A good option to include in a touch team.
Raphael Varane
The ex-madridista Raphael Varane, today under the discipline of Manchester United, is another of the central defenders that every FIFA 22 fan would like to have in their defense. The Frenchman currently boasts an overall rating of 86 thanks mostly to his powerful defensive qualities.
It could be said that, in general terms, Varane is more of a defender than a playmaker in FIFA 2022, very good at intercepting passes (he has great reflexes and great speed) and subjecting his rivals to terrible markings.
Milan Skriniar
Skriniar (FIFA 22 overall rating of 86) is a solid central defender and a team player. Whatever your lineup and style of play, it will always be interesting to have a profile like this.
With a prodigious physique and more than remarkable defensive skills, the Slovakian has become one of the great defenders in the Italian league, defending the colors of Inter Milan. In FIFA 2022 he has very high scores in terms of game vision, strength, cold blood and short passing. A signing that will bring a lot to your team.
Aymeric Laporte
Another Spaniard on our list of the best FIFA 22 centre-backs, the great City center-back along with the Portuguese Ruben Dias. Aymeric Laporte he's on this list in his own right, and also because he's one of the few left-handed players at his position.
In addition to being a solvent defender, Laporte stands out for being a great passer, but also for his forcefulness in defense and his incredible reflexes. Of course, the brightness of his qualities dims a bit in attack actions.
Kalidou Koulibaly
Pure force. Senegalese Kalidou Koulibaly (FIFA 86 overall rating 22) dazzles with his presence on the field of play. His physical conditions make him an almost unbeatable defender, an insurmountable wall. Also, he goes well overlooked.
His brilliant performance in defense is somewhat tarnished when it is necessary to join the attack. Although he is quick and efficient in passing, he lacks the necessary offensive projection. This makes the Napoli defender a more suitable player to play with closed and defensive systems.
Giorgio Chiellini
We close the list with the great Giorgio Chiellini. The eternal Italian central defender not only has an overall rating of 86 in FIFA 22, but he comes surrounded by that aura that only some charismatic players have. Does this really add anything to the game? Personally, I think so.
With the statistics in hand, the central defender of Juve (from Piedmont Calcio in the game) is drawn as a powerful central defender endowed with a lot of experience, as well as undeniable tactical qualities. An insurance for any defense, regardless of the style of play that we develop.