FIFA Ultimate Team is one of the most addictive modes in the long-running FIFA series by a country mile. Players spend months and even years trying to create the perfect team to reach the top of the pack, and even this time investment might not be enough to get all the ideal players in a bombastic FUT squad.
While most players generally focus on the best offense to destroy their opponents in FIFA, there's no denying the fact that having a great defense is also important for obvious reasons. After all, a team that leaks in goals time and time again is bound to get the short end of the stick in matches, regardless of how quality their attack is. Here are ten of the best defenders players can take for their FUT squad to form a rock-solid defense.
8 Antonio Rudiger (83)
- Defense: 84
- Physical: 84
- Price: Around 1,500 Coins
Rudiger has established himself as a reliable backbone of the Chelsea defense. This applies to his utility in FIFA 22 as well, where he's easily one of the better defenders around on his day.
The fact that he's a surprisingly cheap purchase makes him a great addition to any FUT squad. His chemistry with his Chelsea and German teammates makes him even more enjoyable to use in battle!
7 Virgil Van Dijk (89)
- Defense: 91
- Physical: 84
- Price: Around 57,000 Coins
Virgil Van Dijk might've sustained a grievous injury at the hands of Jordan Pickford, but the Dutchman has come back bigger and better than ever before. It's a great sight to see this amazing defender reign supreme in his element yet again.
His stats in FIFA 22 make it clear that he's one of the best defenders anyone can have in their FUT squad. This reflects in his price tag as well, which is bound to deter all but the most stubborn comers who simply need to have this amazing defender in their squad.
6 Ruben Dias (87)
- Defense: 88
- Physical: 88
- Price: Around 15,500 Coins
Manchester City has an incredible squad full to the brim with superstars that can give any team a run for their money. Their defense is a solid unit, with Ruben Dias being a standout superstar whom anyone would want in their FUT squad.
His defensive capabilities will help players snuff out most attacks in the blink of an eye. The Portuguese is a force to be reckoned with, and players will definitely fear him when they encounter him in any FUT squad.
5 Sergio Ramos (88)
- Defense: 88
- Physical: 84
- Price: Around 22,000 Coins
While Sergio Ramos might not have had the most notable impact in PSG, injuries are mostly to blame for that. Gamers should take that out of the equation when considering this legendary defender to be a part of their FUT squad.
The fact that he shares chemistry with star players from both PSG and Spain makes it clear that Sergio Ramos is a brilliant player that will upgrade anyone's team. He might not exactly be the cheapest defender around, but don't let that take away from his amazing utility.
4 Marquinhos (87)
- Defense: 89
- Physical: 81
- Price: Around 20,000 Coins
Speaking of amazing defenders from PSG, it would be impossible to not mention the brilliance of Marquinhos. He's a decorated Brazilian defender who has been at the heart of the PSG defense throughout their impressive run.
His amazing defense stat means that attackers will have their work cut out for them as they try and break through the heart of any FUT squad. This, coupled with his amazing chemistry potential, makes Marquinhos a must-have for any serious FUT player.
3 Leonardo Bonucci (85)
- Defense: 86
- Physical: 80
- Price: Around 4,500 Coins
Leonardo Bonucci is a name that most people would already be familiar with. The Italian center-back was at the heart of a team's defense that won the Euros and deservedly so.
Bonucci is a defensive powerhouse in FIFA 22 as well, with his cheap price being another benefit of taking him in the squad. He's a great player that any FUT player with a limited amount of funds should definitely try and get.
2 Giorgio Chiellini (86)
- Defense: 89
- Physical: 85
- Price: Around 9,500 Coins
Bonucci wasn't the only person who secure Italy's backline during the Euros. Credit needs to go to Chiellini as well, who formed an incredible center-back partnership with his Italian partner to steer Italy towards the Euros.
Given how amazing of a defender he really is, the fact that his price isn't astronomically high is a blessing. Players who manage to shell out the dough will be more than happy with this brilliant center-back in their defensive line.
1 Aymeric Laporte (86)
- Defense: 86
- Physical: 80
- Price: Around 15,000 Coins
City's squad is blessed with squad depth throughout the roof, with Aymeric Laporte adding to this notion. He's a great and powerful center-back whose chemistry with the world's best players is bound to be a huge bonus.
The Spanish defender is going to be a defensive powerhouse in any FUT squad. He might not be the most reasonably priced player around right now, but that shouldn't take away from the immense benefits he brings to any defense.
FIFA 22 was released on October 1, 2021, and is available on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and Google Stadia.