Paolo Maldini vs Franz Beckenbauer in EA FC 27: which card is better?
Paolo Maldini vs Franz Beckenbauer: stats, PlayStyles, roles and live prices of both EA FC 27 cards side by side.
Verdict
Paolo Maldini and Franz Beckenbauer are both 93-rated Base Icon centre-backs in FC 27 Ultimate Team, and both are eligible for Evolutions. They solve the same problem in different ways: Maldini is a pure stopper, Beckenbauer a defender who starts attacks.
Maldini has the edge on the physical side: DEF 95, PAC 85, PHY 84, with Intercept as a PlayStyle+ and Slide Tackle, Aerial Fortress and Precision Header on top. Beckenbauer gives you PAS 88, DRI 84, 3-star skill moves, long passing 95 and Incisive Pass and Long Ball Pass, plus Anticipate as a PlayStyle+. He can also play CDM and CM, while Maldini can drop to LB.
Pick Maldini if you want a back line that wins duels, headers and sprints. Pick Beckenbauer if you want a centre-back who builds from deep and can slot into midfield.
Beckenbauer wins 22 of 37 attributes.
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Questions about Paolo Maldini vs Franz Beckenbauer
- Who is the better defender, Maldini or Beckenbauer?
- Maldini on pure defending: DEF 95 against 93, with Slide Tackle and Aerial Fortress. Beckenbauer is stronger on the ball, with PAS 88 and DRI 84.
- Which of the two has more pace?
- Maldini. He has PAC 85 and sprint speed 86, against PAC 82 for Beckenbauer, and his AcceleRATE is Lengthy while Beckenbauer's is Controlled.
- Which positions can Maldini and Beckenbauer play?
- Both are CBs. Maldini can also play LB, while Beckenbauer can also play CDM and CM.