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Paolo Maldini vs Rio Ferdinand in EA FC 27: which card is better?

Paolo Maldini vs Rio Ferdinand: stats, PlayStyles, roles and live prices of both EA FC 27 cards side by side.

Verdict

Paolo Maldini and Rio Ferdinand are both Base Icon centre-backs in FC 27 Ultimate Team. Maldini is rated 93 and can also play at LB, while Ferdinand is an 89 who stays at CB. Both are eligible for Evolutions, so they can be upgraded further.

Maldini is the more complete defender: DEF 95 against 90, PAC 85 against 84, PAS 75 against 65, interceptions 95 and reactions 94, plus the Intercept PlayStyle+. Ferdinand wins on physicality, with PHY 86 against 84, strength 88 and aggression 88, and he carries Bruiser, which Maldini lacks. Ferdinand also has 3-star skill moves to Maldini's 2. Maldini adds Pinged Pass and the Stopper role.

Pick Maldini if you want the best all-round centre-back, or a defender who can cover LB. Pick Ferdinand if you prefer a physical, aggressive stopper with Bruiser and Anticipate.

Maldini wins 28 of 38 attributes.

Maldini 93 Base Icon CB FC 27 card
93CBMaldini
85PAC55SHO75PAS72DRI95DEF84PHY
Paolo MaldiniMaldini
2★SM4★WFRightFoot
Ferdinand 89 Base Icon CB FC 27 card
89CBFerdinand
84PAC48SHO65PAS65DRI90DEF86PHY
Rio FerdinandFerdinand
3★SM3★WFRightFoot
Maldini 93 Base Icon CB FC 27 card
93CB
Maldini28 wins
Ferdinand 89 Base Icon CB FC 27 card
89CB
Ferdinand9 wins
Info
Rating93Best+489
Price4,588,0002,398,000
PC7,986,0004,250,000
SBC points37,500Best+21,00016,500
PositionsCBLBCB
Skill moves23
Weak foot43
FootRightRight
Height186cm189cm
Meta rating93.2Best+0.392.9
Pace85Best+184
Acceleration8485Best+1
Sprint Speed86Best+383
Shooting55Best+748
Positioning3946Best+7
Finishing56Best+1343
Shot Power72Best+963
Long Shots4040
Volleys64Best+955
Penalties5359Best+6
Passing75Best+1065
Vision68Best+1454
Crossing76Best+2452
FK Accuracy3031Best+1
Short Passing86Best+581
Long Passing78Best+375
Curve65Best+1352
Dribbling72Best+765
Agility74Best+866
Balance75Best+867
Reactions94Best+1084
Ball Control75Best+174
Dribbling65Best+1154
Composure94Best+688
Defending95Best+590
Interceptions95Best+689
Heading Acc.93Best+885
Def Awareness95Best+491
Standing Tackle96Best+591
Sliding Tackle95Best+689
Physical8486Best+2
Jumping85Best+283
Stamina8082Best+2
Strength8688Best+2
Aggression8588Best+3
PlayStyles
PlayStyles+Intercept+Anticipate+
PlayStylesJockeyAnticipateSlide TackleAerial FortressPrecision HeaderPinged PassJockeySlide TackleAerial FortressBruiserPrecision Header

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Questions about Paolo Maldini vs Rio Ferdinand

Is Maldini better than Ferdinand in FC 27?
Yes on the stats: Maldini is 93 overall to Ferdinand's 89, with higher DEF, PAS and PAC. Ferdinand is stronger on PHY, strength and aggression.
Which of the two has better PlayStyles+?
Maldini has Intercept as a PlayStyle+, while Ferdinand has Anticipate. Ferdinand also has Bruiser as a regular PlayStyle, which Maldini lacks.
Can Maldini and Ferdinand be used in Evolutions?
Yes, both Base Icon cards are eligible for Evolutions.