Specialities explained

How they work

Every speciality gives an advantage in some situations and a disadvantage in others. Some mainly affect training speed, others show up directly in match events such as duels, finishes and headers.

Offensive choices

• Clinical: best finishing positions, the obvious choice for strikers chasing the golden boot.
• Quick: strong in foot races and counter-attacks, suits wingers and fullbacks.
• Technical: lifts ball control and close play, great for creative midfielders.
• Unpredictable: higher variance — more magical moments and more failed attempts.

Defensive and collective choices

• Powerful: duels and physical strength, suits centre-backs and target midfielders.
• Header specialist: heading in both boxes and on set pieces.
• Workhorse: more ground covered and more tackles throughout the match.
• Leader: lifts the team's mental side in tight moments.
• Team player: steadier contributions and better teamwork.
• Reflexes: the goalkeeper speciality for more saves.

How to choose

Pick for the role you want to play in five seasons, not for your starting eleven today. The speciality cannot be changed, while attributes can always be retrained.