122 CHAMPIONS MAKELELE
122 CHAMPIONS MAKELELE
Position:
CDM
Alt Position:
CM, RM
Height:
174 CM
Stamina:
Skill Moves:
Weak Foot:
Stats
Base Stats
Max Stats
143 Pace
107 Shooting
140 Passing
142 Dribbling
153 Defending
146 Physical
184 Pace
119 Shooting
189 Passing
169 Dribbling
216 Defending
209 Physical
Work Rate: Low/High
Traits:
Dives Into Tackles
Long Passer
Acrobatic Clearance
Skill Points [Recommended]:
2x Holding
1x DEFENDING
1x PHYSICAL
1x PASSING
Shards: 41,055
Detail Review
Pace
+
His initial burst is exceptionally sharp, allowing him to close down gaps in the blink of an eye. His recovery pace is solid enough to track back on counters without needing an unnatural speed boost to keep up with rapid meta wingers.
((9.5/10))
Passing
+
Extremely reliable and crisp distribution when playing out from deep. While he won't be pinging outrageous long-distance through balls, his short passing and quick 1-2 link-up under intense pressure are virtually error-free.
((9.6/10))
Dribbling
+
Smooth left-stick control for an elite defensive anchor. He navigates tight midfield pockets with great agility, letting you cleanly pivot away from heavy high presses and retain complete control of possession.
((9.5/10))
Shooting
-
Still his main limitation, though he gets the job done inside the box. His finesse shots won't curl perfectly into the top bins, and you shouldn't launch long-range bombs, but he can definitely smash home an open rebound or an uncontested cutback when needed.
((7.8/10))
Defending
+
The undisputed pinnacle of CDM defending in the game. His standing tackles and auto-interceptions are pure perfection, constantly cutting off lanes and dispossessing attackers before they can even set up a shot.
((10.0/10))
Physical
+
An absolute powerhouse in shoulder-to-shoulder duels. With high aggression and rock-solid balance, he consistently muscles heavy attackers off the ball and dominates 50/50 challenges.
((9.8/10))
Stamina
+
Limitless endurance from start to finish. You can trigger aggressive manual pressing and chase down counters for the full 90 minutes without his energy bar ever dipping into the red.
((10.0/10))
Positioning
+
Masterclass tactical discipline. He anchors himself directly in front of the backline, closing down dangerous central spaces and never getting caught out of position during transitions.
((10.0/10))
Aerial Ability
-
While he isn't a towering presence in the air due to his height, his jumping stats let him aggressively contest loose balls. He won't win every single header against massive target men, but he disrupts aerial duels enough to prevent easy knock-downs.
((8.4/10))
Final Verdict
Makélélé is the definitive endgame defensive anchor for your midfield, heavily specialized in shutting down opponents. While his shorter frame and average shooting keep him from being an offensive threat, his unmatched tackling, endless stamina, and flawless positioning completely lock down the center of the pitch. If you want a relentless ball-winner who perfectly protects your backline all match, he is a massive pickup. He is highly recommended.
Alternatives
Meta Alternative 1
Meta Alternative 2
Cheap Alternative
Disclaimer
Disclaimer: All ratings are given relative to the CDM benchmark and may vary depending on playstyle.
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