After its release on September 30th, FIFA 23 has proven to be a top-shelf soccer game. The game has introduced a ton of new features. The removal of positional links when building chemistry in Ultimate Mode is interesting. Anyway, we are not here to talk about added features.
Today, we will discuss the top 15 African players on FIFA 23. I will judge the players based on their reveal cards. With that said, let’s jump right in.
15. Yves Bissouma- CDM - 81
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Bissouma found himself in the Spurs’ locker room after displaying top-draw performances at Brighton. The defensive midfielder knows how to stand his ground when faced with threats by opposing attackers. Bissouma has a knack for picking up yellow cards because he is never hesitant when tackling.
What makes Bissouma an amazing player?
- He gets chemistry points quickly. Bissouma plays in the English premier league for Tottenham.
- He is a solid and dependable defensive mid. Bissouma’s reveal card has vital defensive stats like Interceptions and Standing Tackles.
- His reveal card is pretty cheap. In Fut Champions, you can buy Bissouma for the low price of 700 FIFA coins.
Bissouma’s stats: https://www.ea.com/games/fifa/fifa-23/ratings/player-name/Yves%20Bissouma/236480
14. Idrissa Gueye- CDM- 82
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Everton’s latest addition to their midfield, Idrissa Gueye, is one of the best African defensive mids. The 33-year-old has even played for PSG. The skipper has a lot of experience under his belt.
What makes Gueye a fantastic player?
- He is a solid and dependable defensive mid. His medium attacking work rates and high defensive work rates make him the ideal defensive mid.
- His reveal card is pretty cheap. In Fut Champions, you can buy Gueye for the low price of 750 FIFA coins.
- He gets chemistry points quickly. Gueye plays in the English premier league for Everton FC.
Gueye’s stats: https://www.ea.com/games/fifa/fifa-23/ratings/player-name/Idrissa%20Gueye/193474
13. Wilfried Zaha- LW - 82
Wilfried Zaha | Skills and Goals | Highlights
Zaha is well known for his skills and flair. The guy dribbles like he was born to. We can not forget about his finesse shots. If you are looking for a lengthy attacker, Zaha is your guy.
What makes Zaha a fantastic player?
- He can dribble. Zaha has 5-star skill moves, and he is a technical dribbler. You will need an attacker who can dribble past defenders with ease. He is also pretty pacey.
- He is versatile. Zaha can play in several attacking positions, including LW, CF, and LM.
- He gets chemistry points quickly. Zaha plays in the English premier league for Crystal Palace.
Zaha’s stats: https://www.ea.com/games/fifa/fifa-23/ratings/player-name/Wilfried%20Zaha/198717
12. Hakim Ziyech- RW- 83
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Ziyech has been exceptional for Morocco in the Qatar World Cup this year. He is one player who has helped them secure a spot in the quarterfinals of the prestigious competition.
What makes Ziyech a fantastic player?
- He gets chemistry points quickly. Ziyech plays in the English premier league for Chelsea FC.
- He can dribble. Ziyech has 5-star skill moves, and he is a technical dribbler. You will need an attacker who can dribble past defenders with ease.
- His passing stats are off the charts. Ziyech has 88-Vision, 88-Crossing, 89-Long Pass, and 90-Curve. He is a true playmaker.
Ziyech’s Stats: https://www.ea.com/games/fifa/fifa-23/ratings/player-name/Hakim%20Ziyech/208670
11. Joel Matip- CB- 84
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The Senegalese giant plays for Premier League side Liverpool as a center-back. He is tall, standing at 6’4”, which makes him a strong and dependable defender. His height also gives him an edge in aerial duels.
What makes Matip an amazing player?
- He gets chemistry points quickly. Matip plays in the English premier league for Liverpool FC.
- He is a strong and dependable defender. He is tall, standing at 6’4”, making him a strong and dependable defender. His height also gives him an edge in aerial duels.
- His reveal card has decent defensive stats. Matip has 86-Interceptions, 88 Defensive Awareness, and 88 Stand Tackles.
Matip’s stats: https://www.ea.com/games/fifa/fifa-23/ratings/player-name/Joel%20Matip/197061
10. Frank Kessie- CDM- 84
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After a successful spell at AC Milan, Kessie found himself wearing the Barcelona shirt. It was a well-deserved move, and the skipper continues showing what he can. The defensive midfielder is all about physicality.
What makes Kessie a fantastic player?
- He has decent defensive stats. Kessie has 84-Interceptions, 85 Defensive Awareness, and 84 Stand Tackles.
- He gets chemistry points quickly. Kessie plays in Spain’s La Liga Santander for the prestigious Barcelona FC.
- He has excellent physicality. Kessie is a solid player with 93 Stamina, 86 Strength, and 84 Aggression.
Kessie’s stats: https://www.ea.com/games/fifa/fifa-23/ratings/player-name/Franck%20Yannick%20Kessie/230938
9. Achraf Hakimi- RB- 84
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The PSG right-back is more of an attacker rather than a fullback. His high attack rates and medium defense rate, coupled with his blistering pace, allow him to advance in attack and return on defense.
What makes Hakimi a fantastic player?
- He is fast and explosive. Hakimi has 91-Acceleration and 93 Sprint Speed which makes him the ideal fullback.
- He gets chemistry points quickly. Hakimi plays in French Ligue 1 Uber Eats for the prestigious PSG.
- His high attack rates and medium defense rate, coupled with his blistering pace allow him to advance in attack and return on defense.
Hakimi’s stats: https://www.ea.com/games/fifa/fifa-23/ratings/player-name/Achraf%20Hakimi/235212
8. Thomas Partey- CDM - 84
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Partey is perhaps Arsenal’s best long-shot taker. Although he plays as a CDM, he is more of a box-to-box midfielder. Thomas is 29 years old and brings the experienced needed in a rather young-dominated team.
What makes Partey a fantastic player?
- He gets chemistry points quickly. Partey plays in the English premier league for Arsenal FC.
- He has decent defensive stats. Partey has 81-Interceptions, 80 Defensive Awareness, and 84 Stand Tackles.
- He has decent physicality. Partey has 82 Stamina, 84 Strength, and 84 Aggression which are great stats for a midfielder.
Partey’s stats: https://www.ea.com/games/fifa/fifa-23/ratings/player-name/Thomas%20Partey/209989
7. Wilfred Ndidi- CDM- 84
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The Nigerian international has been subject to a lot of criticism. The skipper always puts on a show when he is on the pitch. If Ndidi gets more game time in the PL, I’m sure he will do wonders for his team.
What makes Ndidi a fantastic player?
- He has Excellent defensive stats. Ndidi has 88-Interceptions, 86 Defensive Awareness, and 88 Stand Tackles.
- He has decent physicality. Ndidi has 89 Stamina, 89 Jumping, and 88 Aggression which are ideal stats for a midfielder.
- He gets chemistry points quickly. Ndidi plays in the English premier league for Leicester City.
Ndidi’s stats: https://www.ea.com/games/fifa/fifa-23/ratings/player-name/Wilfred%20Ndidi/226790
6. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang- ST- 85
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Aubameyang was a goal machine back in the day when he used to play for Dortmund. He might have lost his spark, but the guy is still full of surprises. It is his first season playing for Chelsea, so far so good.
What makes Aubameyang a fantastic player?
- He gets chemistry points quickly. Aubameyang plays in the English premier league for Chelsea FC.
- He is pretty fast for a striker. Aubameyang has 85 Acceleration and 89 Sprint Speed, making him one of the fastest strikers in the game.
- His shooting stats are decent. Aubameyang has 88 Positioning, 87 Finishing, and 82 Shot Power.
Aubameyang’s stats: https://www.ea.com/games/fifa/fifa-23/ratings/player-name/Pierre-Emerick%20Aubameyang/188567
5. Edouard Mendy- GK- 86
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Mendy is undoubtedly the best African goalkeeper the game offers. He replaced a struggling Kepa and solved one of the problems Chelsea had. The funny thing, Mendy is good at making impossible saves but lousy at saving penalties.
What makes Mendy a fantastic player?
- He gets chemistry points quickly. Mendy plays in the English premier league for Chelsea FC.
- Mendy has decent goalkeeper stats. He has 88 GK. Reflexes, 85 GK. Positioning, and 84 GK. Diving.
- Mendy is the best African goalkeeper you can get in the game.
Mendy’s stats: https://www.ea.com/games/fifa/fifa-23/ratings/player-name/Edouard%20Mendy/234642
4. Riyadh Mahrez- RW- 86
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The Manchester City winger is hands down the best African dribbler. His flair and technical dribbling make it hard for defenders to predict his movement. Let’s not forget about his left foot and finesse shots.
What makes Mahrez a fantastic player?
- His dribbling stats are off the charts. Mahrez has 92 agility, 90 Ball Control, 91 Dribbling, and 88 Balance.
- He gets chemistry points quickly. Mahrez plays in the English premier league for Manchester City.
- He has several traits that give him an edge over other attackers in the game. Mahrez has traits like Finesse Shot, Flair, Long Shot Taker, and Technical dribbler.
Mahrez’s stats: https://www.ea.com/games/fifa/fifa-23/ratings/player-name/Riyad%20Mahrez/204485
3. Kalidou Koulibaly -CB- 87
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The Senegalese international is the best African defender the game offers. After displaying top-draw performances at Napoli, Chelsea was keen on signing the 6’2” defender.
What makes Koulibaly a fantastic player?
- He is a solid and dependable defender. Koulibaly is tall and strong, which makes him the ideal center-back.
- He has excellent defensive stats. Koulibaly has 85 Interceptions, 90 Defensive Awareness, 89 Stand Tackles, and 94 Strength.
- He gets chemistry points quickly. Koulibaly plays in the English premier league for Chelsea FC.
Koulibaly’s stats: https://www.ea.com/games/fifa/fifa-23/ratings/player-name/Kalidou%20Koulibaly/201024
2. Sadio Mane-LM- 89
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The debate about who is the best African player always involves Sadio Mane and his former teammate Salah. The two were the perfect duo while playing for Liverpool. Since his move to Bayern, Liverpool seems to struggle.
What makes Mane an amazing player?
- He gets chemistry points quickly. Mane plays in the Bundesliga for Bayern Munich, which makes it easy to get chemistry.
- Mane has excellent dribbling stats. He has 93 agility, 86 Ball Control, 88 Dribbling, and 88 Balance.
- Mane is versatile. He can play in several attacking and midfield positions like LM, LW, and CF.
Mane’s stats: https://www.ea.com/games/fifa/fifa-23/ratings/player-name/Sadio%20Mane/208722
1. Mohammed Salah- RW- 90
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We consider Salah the best African soccer player. We cannot forget about the 17/18 season when Salah bagged 32 goals and 11 assists in the Premier League. The Egyptian was on fire. I consider Salah the best African Player of this era.
What makes Salah an amazing player?
- Salah has excellent dribbling stats. He has 90 agility, 88 Ball Control, 90 Dribbling, and 91 Balance.
- Salah has excellent shooting stats. He has 92 Positioning, 93 Finishing, 86 Penalties, and 92 Composure.
- He gets chemistry points quickly. Salah plays in the English premier league for Liverpool FC.
Salah’s stats: https://www.ea.com/games/fifa/fifa-23/ratings/player-name/Mohamed%20Salah/209331
