The ideal position for those who enjoy stopping plays before they can even truly start, a great CDM can sometimes be more than enough to shut down a whole game in EA FC 26 Clubs.
But like with all other positions, doing that on a high level demands both mastery and the right build. For all looking to send shivers down the spines of opponents and make them think twice before attempting to create down the middle, here’s the best CDM build in EA FC 26 Clubs.
The Best CDM Build In EA FC 26 Clubs
As the perfect CDM needs to be able to work on all central positions, as well as fill in as a makeshift CB to counter the current FC 26 meta, our build will revolve around the Recycler Archetype. To get the most out of it, we are then going to pair its Intercept+ PlayStyle with the Driver specialization’s Enforcer+.
Stat-wise, focus on overall speed, defense, passing, and physicality to boost your ability to catch attackers and resume play. To power up all of the above, we are closing the build with the Bruiser, Intercept, Anticipate, and Pinged Pass PlayStyles. Why the latter? The best CDMs must be capable of playmaking from the back. To recap, you can check out an overview of our build below, including its ideal measurements and more:
- Archetype: Recycler
- Best Specializations: Driver: Performing a successful standing tackle on the defensive end of the pitch offers boosts to Aggression, Strength, and Acceleration.
- Height: 6’2/6’4 (Ideally 6’4)
- Weight: 170/187lbs
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PlayStyles+:
- Intercept+
- Enforcer+ (via Driver)
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PlayStyles:
- Incisive Pass
- Bruiser
- Intercept
- Anticipate
- Weak Foot: 4☆
- Skill Moves: 3☆+
- Vital Stats: Acceleration, Sprint Speed, Interceptions, Defensive Awareness, Stand Tackle, Slide Tackle, Jumping, Strength, Aggression, Composure, Ball Control, Reactions, Dribbling, Short Pass, Long Pass, Shot Power, and Long Shots
If you wish to invest a little bit more in the offensive aspect and become a box-to-box threat when moonlighting as a CM, replacing Bruiser with Tiki Taka can also work wonders. Just keep in mind that unlocking the PlayStyle will demand spreading out your stat distribution.
Now that you know how to build your CDM in FC 26 Clubs, make sure to also take a look at how to perform each of the game’s passing techniques. So you can improve your percentage when in front of the goal, we also highly recommend checking out how to score low driven shot goals in EA FC 26.
