Lilian Thuram vs Nuno Mendes in EA FC 27: which card is better?
Lilian Thuram vs Nuno Mendes: stats, PlayStyles, roles and live prices of both EA FC 27 cards side by side.
Verdict
Lilian Thuram and Nuno Mendes are both 89 overall full-backs in FC 27 Ultimate Team, but they are built very differently. Thuram is a Base Icon right-back who also plays at CB. Mendes is a Destined for Glory left-back who also plays at LM.
Thuram is the stronger defender: DEF 90, PHY 90, defensive awareness 92 and strength 90, plus Bruiser, Block, Aerial Fortress and Jockey+. Mendes is the stronger attacker: PAC 94, DRI 86, SHO 78, 4-star skill moves and Rapid and Quick Step. For a back line that must stop crosses and win duels, take Thuram. For a wing-back who overlaps and carries the ball, take Mendes.
Pick Thuram for a physical, defence-first RB or CB. Pick Mendes for a fast, attacking LB. Both are eligible for Evolutions.
Nuno Mendes wins 24 of 38 attributes.
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Questions about Lilian Thuram vs Nuno Mendes
- Who is the better defender, Thuram or Mendes?
- Thuram, with DEF 90 and PHY 90 against 84 and 82 for Mendes. He also has defensive awareness 92 and PlayStyles like Bruiser and Block.
- Who is faster, Thuram or Mendes?
- Mendes. He has PAC 94, with acceleration 94 and sprint speed 94, while Thuram has PAC 88 and sprint speed 88.
- Which positions can Thuram and Mendes play?
- Thuram plays RB and can also play CB. Mendes plays LB and can also play LM.