120 TWG XABI ALONSO
120 TWG XABI ALONSO
Position:
CDM
Alt Position:
CM
Height:
183 CM
Stamina:
Skill Moves:
Weak Foot:
Stats
Base Stats
Max Stats
138 Pace
128 Shooting
147 Passing
138 Dribbling
135 Defending
128 Physical
179 Pace
140 Shooting
188 Passing
193 Dribbling
190 Defending
176 Physical
Work Rate: Medium/High
Traits:
Dives Into Tackles
Long Passer
Long Shot Taker
Play Maker
Skill Points [Recommended]:
2x Deep-Lying Playmaker
1x DEFENDING
1x PHYSICAL
1x DRIBBLING
Shards: 45,265
Detail Review
Pace
-
Doesn't feel slow, but don't expect him to cover huge distances quickly. His movement in transitions is decent enough to stay involved, but chasing speedy attackers isn't his game.
(7.9/10)
Passing
+
This is where Xabi absolutely shines. Short passes are crisp, long balls are laser accurate, and Bullet Pass Lv.2 makes every driven pass feel clean. He controls the tempo effortlessly and rarely misplaces a pass.
(10/10)
Dribbling
+
Feels comfortable on the ball with excellent first touches and ball control. He isn't flashy, but he can turn out of pressure and keep possession without panicking.
(8.9/10)
Shooting
-
Can score the occasional long-range banger, but don't rely on him inside the box. Finishing and attacking threat are limited compared to other midfielders.
(8.5/10)
Defending
+
Reads the game well and cuts passing lanes consistently. His interceptions are solid, and tackling gets the job done, but against elite dribblers he isn't the most dominant CDM.
(9.2/10)
Physical
+
Strong enough to win midfield duels and shield the ball well. Doesn't bully opponents like the most physical CDMs, but he holds his own comfortably.
(9.1/10)
Stamina
+
Can last the full match without major issues, but you might notice him slowing down a bit in the closing stages if he's constantly pressing.
(9.4/10)
Positioning
+
Always seems to be in the right spot to receive the ball or block passing lanes. His defensive awareness is one of his biggest strengths and makes him feel reliable throughout the match.
(9.6/10)
Aerial Ability
-
Wins the occasional header thanks to good positioning, but aerial duels aren't one of his standout qualities.
(8.1/10)
Final Verdict
If you want a CDM who controls the game with elite passing, Xabi Alonso is pure class. He won't fly around the pitch or lock down every attacker, but he'll keep your midfield ticking with calm distribution and smart positioning. A top-tier playmaker from deep, just don't expect him to be a defensive monster.
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Disclaimer
Disclaimer: All ratings are given relative to the CDM benchmark and may vary depending on playstyle.
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