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He has very good recovery pace for a centre back. His acceleration is excellent, allowing him to drag back quickly and chase down attackers during counter attacks. The Accelerator Level 1 Playstyle further boosts his recovery speed, making him highly reliable even against pacey forwards.

(9.7/10)

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Defending is where Maldini truly feels world-class. His standing tackles are incredibly clean, quick, and accurate, with the Anticipate Playstyle taking them to another level by significantly improving tackle timing and accuracy. His marking is exceptional, and his defensive awareness allows him to read attacks brilliantly, producing crucial interceptions and shutting down dangerous opportunities with ease.

(10/10)

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His physicality is another major strength. He possesses great raw strength, allowing him to compete confidently in shoulder-to-shoulder duels. He comfortably holds his own against most attackers and rarely gets bullied.

(9.8/10)

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His aerial ability is good enough for a top-tier centre back. He wins the majority of defensive headers comfortably and clears crosses with consistency. Although there are taller CBs available, Maldini's timing and positioning help him remain very reliable in aerial situations.

(9.7/10)

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Positioning is one of his standout qualities. Unlike many aggressive defenders, Maldini stays composed and rarely rushes into unnecessary challenges. His defensive awareness is exceptional, allowing him to control the backline brilliantly, maintain the defensive shape, and intercept passes before they become dangerous.

(9.9/10)

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His passing is very good for a centre back. Short passes are accurate and dependable for build-up play, while his distribution from the back is safe and composed. He helps maintain possession without forcing risky passes.

(9.7/10)

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His stamina is more than sufficient for the CB role. Although it isn't exceptionally high, he comfortably lasts the full 90 minutes without any noticeable drop in performance.

(9.5/10)