In EA Sports FC 25, players can start different types of management career modes. Some may prefer to take over a team of former glory and work to reshape it into a top team in the league. For other players who want to directly control one of the top teams in the world, career mode allows them to choose to manage eight five-star teams, each of which provides a unique career mode experience. Here is a detailed ranking of them.

8. Lombardia FC (Inter)

• Country: Italy
• League: Serie A Enilive
• Starting Transfer Budget: $75.8 million

Lombardia FC, also known as Inter. They successfully won Serie A in the 2023-2024 season and proved themselves to be a strong team. Although the team has excellent players like Lautaro Martinez and Nicolo Barella. However, their lineup is not as interesting to use as other five-star teams.

In addition, players can only play as Lombardia FC in EA FC 25. It’s even more regrettable that the jersey colors in the game are not Inter’s iconic black and blue stripes.

7. Manchester City

• Country: England
• League: Premier League
• Starting Transfer Budget: $247 million

Manchester City is a Premier League powerhouse with some of the highest-rated players in the game. They have won six titles in the last seven seasons, and it doesn’t look like their dominance will be weakened anytime soon. It’s difficult to replicate Pep Guardiola’s tactical style in FIFA 25, but it’s still fun to charge forward with Haaland or build up the attack with De Bruyne.

Since Manchester City not only has a great team, but their starting transfer budget also exceeds other five-star teams, it will be easy to win with Manchester City.

6. FC Bayern Munchen

• Country: Germany
• League: Bundesliga
• Starting Transfer Budget: $110 million

Bayern Munchen lost Bundesliga to Leverkusen in the 2023-2024 season. Therefore, their first task is to regain the league title and consolidate their dominance in German football. This should not be difficult for them, as they have a strong team and strong financial resources.

Even if Leverkusen gives you trouble in the early season, you can build a team that can dominate the game. It is even possible to weaken the opponent by getting Leverkusen’s best players using FUT 25 Coins.

5. Real Madrid

• Country: Spain
• League: La Liga EA Sports
• Starting Transfer Budget: $133.2 million

Managing Real Madrid in career mode may feel relatively easy, as the roster they have is enough to win the game easily. In addition, they have ample funds and a board with a lenient attitude towards the use of young players.

Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr are two of the fastest players in the game. Besides this, there are several young superstars on the team, such as Endrick and Arda Gular, who have the potential to become the best players in the world. Developing these young players into top stars in the game is very satisfying.

4. Liverpool

• Country: England
• League: Premier League
• Starting Transfer Budget: $115 million

The team lineup in EA Sports FC 25 is very similar to EA Sports FC 24, with only Federico Chiesa signed. But it is still a lot of fun to manage Reds, as they have some exciting players, such as Mohamed Salah and Luis Diaz. They are also a fun challenge, and the goal is to dethrone Man City, a top team, from the throne.

In addition, if you want to create a new era of Liverpool’s dominance, it will not be easy, because several of their best players are old, and you have to build a team for the future.

3. Arsenal

• Country: England
• League: Premier League
• Starting Transfer Budget: $136.6 million

Arsenal has had relatively little success in recent years. They have failed to win any Premier League or Champions League since 2004. Arsenal has a strong team with defensive players like Declan Rice, William Saliba, and Gabriel providing a solid foundation. However, you may need to strengthen your attacking lineup.

2. Leverkusen

• Country: Germany
• League: Bundesliga
• Starting Transfer Budget: $64.4 million

Leverkusen has had a great season in the 2023-2024 season. They have only lost one game in all competitions, which gives them a five-star rating. Since Bayern Munich is usually the dominant team in Germany, they will probably regain the title, so it remains to be seen whether they can continue this success in Career Mode.

Leverkusen has some excellent players. But they are still not as strong as Bayern, and their transfer budget will not be as abundant as Bayern in your first season. Therefore, even if they are unbeaten in the last season and become a five-star team, they still face certain challenges.

1. FC Barcelona

• Country: Spain
• League: La Liga EA Sports
• Starting Transfer Budget: $89.5 million

Barcelona has faced financial difficulties in recent years, so when managing the team in career mode, the transfer budget is not as abundant as other big teams, and the board of directors has high expectations for finances and results. They want managers to lead the team to win games, manage finances properly, and develop young players.

You have some outstanding young players, and you can try to develop them into top stars. Junior players such as Lamine Yamal, Gavi, Balde, and Pau Cubarsi have the potential to become the best in the game.

In short, no matter which team you choose, players will experience unique career challenges. To make it easier to deal with these challenges, you can follow Giveaway channel in IGGM discord, which often releases product giveaway information, and you can also discuss game strategies with other players in the discord group.

In EA Sports FC 25, you need good strikers. But without good defenders, your goalkeeper will have a hard time defending against the opponent’s attack. Therefore, defensive players play a vital role in football games.

They are usually assigned to three key positions: left back, right back and center back, ensuring that the opponent’s attack has a hard time breaking through the defense. This guide will provide you with detailed information on the 10 best defensive players in EA FC 25.

10. Joshua Kimmich (RB)

Joshua Kimmich’s overall rating is determined by several key statistics that reflect their skill level. Kimmich’s score in interceptions is as high as 85, which shows his ability to win back possession from opponents. Although he may not always keep up with the pace of his opponents, Kimmich’s passing ability is quite good compared to most defensive players.

His Long Passing and Crossing scores are both 91, which shows that he can quickly take the ball away from the opponent’s feet and help his team regain control of the game. For those who want more from their defensive players, spending some FUT 25 Coins to get Joshua Kimmich is a good option.

9. Joao Cancelo (LB)

Joao Cancelo has excellent Stamina and Acceleration stats, allowing him to cover a lot of areas of the field. His high ball possession score of 87 also means that he can maintain control of the ball away from the goalkeeper even when under pressure.

8. Trent Alexander–Arnold (RB)

While Trent Alexander–Arnold is not a well-rounded defender, he can still bring a brilliant performance to your team. He is known for his passing skills, which are impressive, ensuring that he can quickly and accurately pass the ball to the incoming midfielder.

Trent Alexander–Arnold’s unique personalization further enhances his influence. In particular, his 88 Curve makes his defensive style unique. Trent Alexander–Arnold’s scoring contribution has increased significantly for Liverpool, deepening his role in defense.

7. Carvajal (RB)

Carvajal is a player who excels in defense, and his 85 Aggression stat reflects his ability to constantly put pressure on the opposing team and force them into mistakes. His 81 Sprint Speed ​​and 82 Acceleration allow him to close in on opposing players at a very fast pace. His 85 Reaction score and 80 Defensive Awareness mean he can quickly identify unfavorable situations and move on time to support other defenders.

6. Marquinhos (CB)

Marquinhos focuses on defense. The center back effectively blocks counterattacks and crosses from opponents with his excellent stats of 89 Standing Tackle and 88 Heading Accuracy. His 89 Jumping allows him to jump up and head the ball, making him ideal for defending crosses from any corner. With his 90 Defensive Awareness, Marquinhos can always accurately prevent opponents from scoring a game-winning goal.

5. William Saliba (CB)

William Saliba’s 87 Strength and 89 Jumping make him physically superior to most attacking players in aerial duels. In EA Sports FC 25, his 89 Standing Tackle and 88 Defensive Awareness combined to easily give his team an advantage in the game.

4. Theo Hernandez (LB)

Theo Hernandez is much faster than other defenders. In EA Sports FC 24, you can pair Hernandez with powerful defenders, and his 95 Acceleration and 95 Sprint Speed ​​keep opponents under pressure as they get past the midfielders. With 88 Strength and 86 Aggression, Hernandez may have a better chance of getting the ball away from his opponent first in many situations.

3. Antonio Rudiger (CB)

Antonio Rudiger is very good at defense, with his Sliding Tackle, Defensive Awareness and Interception all reaching over 85 points, which makes him a stable defensive player in any match. His Sprint Speed ​​is also very high, which means he can quickly chase down the opponent’s forwards and prevent their shooting attempts.

Besides these skills, Rudiger also has excellent physical fitness data, such as 91 Strength and 92 Aggression. This makes him a strong physical confrontation ability on the court and can effectively stop the opponent’s attack.

2. Ruben Dias (CB)

Ruben Dias uses Sliding and Standing tackles with ease. He has 90 Standing Tackle, which allows him to exert amazing explosive power when approaching the opponent. In addition, Dias also has 90 Strength and Defensive Awareness, which allows him to attack at the right time with his excellent physical fitness.

1. Virgil van Dijk (CB)

Virgil van Dijk is the highest rated defensive player in EA FC 25, with 90 Defensive Awareness and 93 Strength. Whether performing tackles or headers, Virgil van Dijk has shown amazing accuracy. His passing ability should not be underestimated. In short, anyone who wants to find the best defensive player should consider Virgil van Dijk.

When choosing a defensive player, players should consider the player’s overall rating, key statistics, and their position on the field. In addition, it is also crucial to understand the player’s special skills and personalized adjustments. Whether it is through accurate tackling, strong physical confrontation or excellent passing ability, these players can help you effectively stop the opponent’s attack and protect your goalkeeper from pressure.

If there are other defenders you think are good, you can discuss with players in IGGM discord group, and follow Giveaway channel, where you can occasionally receive some free FIFA 25 related game items.