The difference between winning and losing in FIFA 23 Ultimate Team usually comes down to the better midfield. Being able to control and dominate the center of the pitch is crucial in those tight tense matches. Having well-rounded powerhouses in the midfield is often the key to victory.
Silver players have long been popular in previous iterations of Ultimate Team and are sometimes overlooked. They are often great value for their price and can bring so much to a team. These silver players will be able to dominate against most midfielders and hold their own against even the best players in the game.
10 Dani De Wit
Dani De Wit is a 6ft attacking powerhouse for AZ Alkmaar in the Eredivisie with 3 major trophies to his name. The 24-year-old Netherlands youth international has 38 league goals in his career and is a real force in FIFA 23.
When combined with a basic chemistry style he boasts 66 pace, 75 shooting, 74 passing, 73 dribbling, 73 defending, and an incredible 88 physical. While he may seem a little slow, his lengthy stature brings him up to speed when he gets running. These impressive stats, the power header, and his leadership traits make him a well-rounded commander in the midfield.
9 Badou Ndiaye
Badou Ndiaye is a 2 time Turkish Super Lig champion, Turkish Cup winner, and an AFCON runner-up in 2019 with Senegal. He has played all over the world and has had total transfer fees of £22.3 million paid for him over his illustrious 14-year career.
He reaches 84 pace, 70 shooting, 71 passing, 78 dribbling, 73 defending, and 80 physical with a basic chemistry style that turns him into a quality all-rounder. His high attacking and high defensive work rates compliment his impressive pace and 81 stamina stat. Badou Ndiaye will never stop running and is an excellent box-to-box midfielder.
8 Youssouf M'Changama
Youssouf M’Changama is a 32-year-old Comoros international with somewhat of a backward career path. He spent most of his career in the lower leagues in France, England, and Algeria. However, he is hitting his stride late into his career for Auxerre in Ligue 1.
He is a 5ft9 explosive attacking midfielder with a 4-star weak foot allowing him to pass and shoot with either foot. He has remarkable pace reaching 88 with a basic chemistry style as well as 72 shooting, 74 passing, 78 dribbling, 66 defending, and 77 physical. He has high attacking and defensive work rates with 93 stamina. Another player that will never stop running and working hard for the team.
7 André André
André André has been a staple in the midfield of many Portuguese teams over the years. The 32-year-old is a Liga NOS champion and former Portugal international who is currently playing for Vitória de Guimarães in the Portuguese first division.
André André is the ultimate all-rounder and can play in any position on the pitch. He has 2,148 total in-game stats, which is extraordinary for a silver. A basic chemistry style brings him up to 66 pace, 71 shooting, 78 passing, 79 dribbling, 71 defending, and 73 physical. He excels at taking the ball in a crowded midfield and starting an attack in the blink of an eye.
6 Alan Browne
When it comes to silver CDMs there aren’t much better than Irish international Alan Browne. He is the definition of a 1-club man with more than 300 league appearances over 8-years for English Championship side Preston North End.
Despite being 5’8 Alan Browne is an excellent defensive midfielder, his 94 jumping more than makes up for his height. A basic chemistry style brings him up to 77 pace, 70 shooting, 72 passing, 74 dribbling, 74 defending, and an impressive 84 physical. These stats will stop any attack and his 4-star weak foot can set up an attack in no time.
5 Alexis Claude-Maurice
Alexis Claude-Maurice is a skillful young French attacking midfielder for Nice. Fans of FIFA 22 may remember his incredible 93-rated LB card from last year. He may have dropped a few ratings on his base card, but he is still a quality player that can also play on the left wing.
His 4-star skill moves and explosive sprint style make him an excellent attacker for skillful players. A finisher chemistry style brings him up to 96 agility and 94 dribbling. This allows him to dance between defenders at will and his 84 finishing is sure to bring goals. He has some great stats for a silver card and will be a great addition to any attacking lineup.
4 Darius Olaru
Darius Olaru is the ultimate-hidden gem of silver midfielders. The 5ft10 Romanian international plays for FCSB in the Romanian first division. He is a box-to-box player with some remarkable traits.
He has a 5-star weak foot with the finesse shot and power-free kick traits. This makes him a huge threat outside the box as he can shoot from anywhere and easily score free kicks if done right.
A basic chemistry style takes him to 84 pace, 72 shooting, 75 passing, 77 dribbling, 65 defending, and 81 physical. He also has high attacking and defensive work rates with 92 stamina, so he will never stop running and working for the team.
3 Gustavo Hamer
Gustavo Hamer is another excellent silver CDM from the English Championship. He is a Dutch 25-year-old who made his name in the Eredivisie before moving to Coventry for more than £1 million.
His 95 jumping and 95 aggression with a sentinel chemistry style more than make up for his 5ft7 stature. Sentinel brings him up to 69 pace, 69 shooting, 75 passing, 72 dribbling, 78 defending, and 81 physical. Think of him like the silver N’golo Kante, a great addition to a team.
2 Ozan Tufan
Ozan Tufan is the ultimate all-rounder. The Turkish international can play anywhere on the pitch. He had a lot of success in his 182 appearances for Fenerbache before moving to Hull City in the English Championship earlier this year.
Tufan has stats far beyond his 74 overall rating. A basic chemistry style brings him up to 81 pace, 75 shooting, 75 passing, 79 dribbling, 74 defending, and 79 physical. At 5ft10 and with 2179 total in-game stats, he is a force to be reckoned with all over the pitch.
1 Mubarak Wakaso
Mubarak Wakaso is the best silver midfielder in FIFA 23 Ultimate Team with 2,192 total in-game stats. He is a 32-year-old experienced Ghanaian international that has played all over the world, including Spain, Greece, and China. He was the top scorer at AFCON 2013 and has won 3 trophies in his career. Mubarak Wakaso currently plays for K.A.S Eupen in the Belgian Pro League.
He is a very fast player and is pretty physical too despite his 5ft7 stature. A basic chemistry style brings him up to 85 pace, 70 shooting, 72 passing, 75 dribbling, 72 defending and an incredible 86 physical. He is the definition of a midfield powerhouse with well-rounded stats.
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