Highlights
- FIFA 23's Pro Clubs mode has been improved with the addition of perks and traits, requiring players to carefully consider their builds for each position.
- The Central Midfield Playmaker build is well-rounded, with a focus on passing and playmaking, and decent defensive and dribbling stats.
- A versatile goalkeeper build with solid passing stats can contribute to the team's overall play, in addition to shot-stopping capabilities.
A game mode where players can play with friends in their very own 11-a-side team, FIFA's Pro Clubs has been popular among many FIFA players for years now. With players gunning for the coveted Division 1 title in FIFA 23, having the best Pro Clubs player builds is vital in getting an extra edge over the opposing teams.
With the Pro Clubs mode finally being improved by EA for FIFA 23, with the addition of perks and traits, making a Pro Clubs build takes an increased amount of consideration compared to previous editions of FIFA.
Updated September 25, 2023 by Henry Whiting: Players in FIFA 23's Pro Clubs game mode can choose from any of the eleven spots on the team, with the perfect build for each position being hard to find. In this update, additional builds have been added for overlooked positions such as goalkeeper, along with new and improved striker and midfield builds that will add a different dimension to the player's FIFA 23 Pro Clubs team.
12 Central Midfield Playmaker
One thing that has been under scrutiny by fans of FIFA 23 is the rather inconsistent passing mechanics. Having a central midfielder with great passing stats combats this, along with decent defensive and dribbling stats. With around 87 pace when maxed out, this build should be fast enough to track back defensively but also get forward and join attacks, giving it a very balanced feel.
Build Specifications:
- Selected Position; CM
- Height: 5.8" - 6.4"
- Weight: 171 lbs - 200 lbs
- Perks: Threaded Pass, Active First Touch, Pinpoint Pass
- Archetypes: Maestro, Lynx, Artist, Architect, Cheetah.
Height and weight affect this build, with the taller and heavier players being stronger, slightly more defensively sound, and receiving a minuscule shooting boost. For more agility, pace, and dribbling stats, a smaller and lighter version of this build would be best, but make sure to stay within the parameters above. Overall, this build is a very well-rounded build, with a lean toward passing and playmaking.
11 Pure Playmaker
A position that requires high passing and dribbling attributes, along with a solid amount of pace and shooting is the attacking midfielder position. This pure playmaker build delivers on all the attacking fronts, with an emphasis on the passing and dribbling stats. This build has high agility and ball control, making this card lethal when used by players who know how to dribble effectively.
Build Specifications:
- Selected Position; CAM
- Height: 5.10"
- Weight: 171 lbs
- Perks: Skilled Dribbler, Active First Touch, Pinpoint Cross
- Archetypes: Maestro, Lynx, Artist, Architect, Cheetah.
The high passing stat of this build allows players to pick out difficult passes and thread in the strikers or wingers from anywhere on the pitch, which is highly valuable if the player opts for a wing-play style of attack. The Pinpoint Cross perk adds to this, as players can overlap the wingers and whip in crosses of their own, whilst also being able to switch the play easily and with great accuracy.
10 Versatile Goalkeeper
Without a good goalkeeper in pro clubs, players will find it hard to consistently win games. This goalkeeping build has a balanced stat and physical profile, making it a great choice for teams needing a dependable, but versatile goalkeeper. This build is versatile in the sense that it has solid passing stats, the long throw and flat kick trait as part of the Set Piece Expert perk, and great shot-stopping capabilities.
Build Specifications:
- Selected Position; GK
- Height: 6.7"
- Weight: 171 lbs
- Perks: Set Piece Expert, GK One On One, Quick Reflex
- Archetypes: Bull, Acrobat, Artist, Architect, Hawk, Wall
The solid passing stats allow the goalkeeper to be more than just the player who saves shots. Being able to pass effectively allows for some unexpected long balls from the goalkeeper, whilst also not having the worry of the goalkeeper messing up a pass, thus leading to an unfortunate goal. The maximum height of 6.7" is a given for a goalkeeper, as it allows the player to reach across the whole goal, along with being able to deal with crosses and long shots.
9 Dominating Center Back
A 6.7" heavy center-back automatically gives off the impression that this build will be slow, however, this build with maxed-out pace still has 86 pace. That is enough, when paired with the right perks, to be able to deal with the rapid opposing wingers and strikers, although players should take note of this slight lack in pace.
Build Specifications:
- Selected Position; CB
- Height: 6.5"-6.7"
- Weight: 171 lbs - 253 lbs
- Perks: Set Piece Beacon, Chase Down, Physical Strength
- Archetypes: Bull, Guardian, Acrobat, Cheetah, Architect
Players should look to put as many skill points into pace and physical stats as possible. This will give players the best chance at winning headers, with high jumping and strength stats, whilst also having some pace to catch up to attackers. This build is ruthless from corners, whether it be attacking them or clearing the ball up the pitch, players will very rarely lose a header.
8 Sweeping Central Defensive Midfielder
Having a CDM with pace, strength and a defense-first approach is very important to winning games. Attacking players are fun to use, however, without a solid CDM who not only protects the defense but also can move the ball quickly, players will struggle to beat the teams in the echelons of Division 1.
Build Specifications:
- Selected Position; LWB/RWB in the CDM position
- Height: 6.2"-6.7"
- Weight: 171 lbs
- Perks: Chase Down, Interceptor, Tireless Runner
- Archetypes: Bull, Guardian, Cheetah, Architect, Acrobat
Putting skill points into physical stats, defending stats, and pace stats is best for this build. Since the build uses a LWB/RWB in the CDM position, players get a significant amount of pace, along with great defensive and physical stats. This build has solid base passing, shooting, and dribbling stats due to it being an LWB/RWB making it a well-rounded build that has a defensive priority, perfect for a CDM role.
7 All-Around Striker
A striker with pace and lethal finishing is always a big asset to any team. These types of strikers have only goals on their mind, with not as much strength as taller players or as much dribbling as wingers.
Build Specifications:
- Selected Position; ST
- Height: 5.8" - 6.2"
- Weight: 171 lbs
- Perks: Poacher, First Time Shot, Hot Streak
- Archetypes: Cheetah, Bull, Acrobat, Sniper, Finisher
Players can have both shooting and pace to be around the 92 or 93 mark for rating, with dribbling and physical being at a respectable 86 mark. This makes for a shoot-first player who can dribble the ball well if needed, whilst also having decent strength and jumping to win the occasional header or hold-up play. The main element of this build is the high acceleration and finishing stats that will make scoring from counterattacks very effective.
6 Pacey Defensive Machine
A center-back with pace is a dream come true for many FIFA fans. Add in strength, jumping, and all-around solid ball-playing skills and players have a defender who can deal with almost any attacker.
Build Specifications:
- Selected Position; LB/RB in CB position
- Height: 6.3"- 6.7"
- Weight: 171-200 lbs
- Perks: Chase Down, Physical Strength, Ball Winner
- Archetypes: Cheetah, Bull, Guardian, Acrobat
Using a left-back or right-back position for this center-back build gives players a big pace boost as opposed to using a center-back position, whilst having more defensive and physical stats than a left-wing-back. Players can have around 90 pace on this build, along with high 90s in defending and strength, topped off by mid-80s stats for passing, all at a towering height of 6'7". Overall, this build is not being beaten in a race due to the high pace and the 'Chase Down' perk, making it a nightmare for opposing strikers.
5 Rapid And Tall Inside Winger
With sensational dribbling and a lethal finish, tall but fast wingers like Cristiano Ronaldo or Gareth Bale sometimes seem unstoppable. With this build, players get that feel, as players have an attacking machine equipped with 5-Star Skills and 5-Star Weak Foot.
Build Specifications:
- Selected Position; RW/LW
- Height: 6.2"- 6.4"
- Weight: 171 lbs
- Perks: Active First Touch, Skilled Dribbler, Distance Shooter
- Archetypes: Cheetah, Maestro, Lynx, Sniper, Finisher
At around 6.4", players will still have 95 pace at the 171 lbs weight point, making this build outright scary. Shooting will be at around 85+ depending on how many skill points the player has, whilst dribbling can also reach the 90+ stat point. Combine this with a 6.4" height that makes the player able to win some headers and shield the ball, there's now a build that can do it all attacking-wise, whether on the wing or upfront.
4 Aerial Acrobat
Fifa 23 Pro Clubs has a clear meta of volleys and headers being rather overpowered, so having a player who can not only score from crosses but also have enough pace and dribbling stats to actually get into the box in the first place is a massive plus for the player's team.
- Selected Position; ST
- Height: 6.5"-6.7"
- Weight: 171-253 lbs
- Perks: Physical Strength, Poacher, Active First Touch
- Archetypes: Bull, Cheetah, Acrobat, Maestro, Sniper, Finisher
This build has extremely high physical and shooting stats, making it almost unstoppable when being crossed the ball. If players hold LT/L2 when going up to volley a ball, it will make their shot a bicycle kick, which seems to be much harder to save than a header as the player can get more power on their shot. The addition of the Active First Touch perk boosts this build's dribbling capabilities, which means this build is less of a fridge and is more usable aside from being purely a goalscorer.
3 Playmaking Forward
With 5-star weak foot and 5-star skills, this build is an extremely well-rounded striker build. This build has less shooting stats than other striker builds, however, it has more pace, passing, physical, and dribbling stats, making it able to hold up play with its high strength, whilst also being able to burst into the box with sleek dribbling and be able to finish chances with high quality.
Build Specifications:
- Selected Position; ST
- Height: 6.2"-6.4"
- Weight: 171 lbs
- Perks: Active First Touch, Threaded Pass, Poacher
- Archetypes: Bull, Cheetah, Architect, Maestro, Finisher
This build is for players who want to be tall and able aerially, whilst also having the pace, agility, and dribbling prowess of a smaller striker. This build still has 94 finishing despite its lower overall shooting stat, with 89 shot power and 86 long shots, making this build a threat from pretty much anywhere in the opposition's half.
2 Pure Power Striker
If players need a dominant striker in their side who wins every header and has insane shot power, this build is perfect. This build has a lack of pace and dribbling, with around 81-84 pace, however, with both 90+ physical and shooting stats, this build is unbeatable when used correctly and will score bundles of goals.
Build Specifications:
- Selected Position; CF in ST position
- Height: 6.5"-6.7"
- Weight: 253 lbs
- Perks: Physical Strength, Set Piece Beacon, First Time Shot
- Archetypes: Bull, Cheetah, Acrobat, Maestro, Sniper, Finisher
Using a center-forward mold instead of a striker is the key with this build, as players receive higher jumping, strength, and finishing stats. This is essentially all that this build is about; being unbeatable in the air and having out-of-this-world finishing. Having patient wingers is important though, as they may be waiting a while for this build to arrive in the box, but once this build is there, scoring goals will feel easy.
1 Small Pacey Attacker
In FIFA 22 (2021), many fans may have noticed how overpowered small, pacey, and agile strikers were, with Pro Clubs games being filled with this type of build. FIFA 23 has done well in reducing just how good this build was last year, however, it is still top of the tree when it comes to the best Pro Clubs builds.
Build Specifications:
- Selected Position; RW/LW
- Height: 5.4"-5.8"
- Weight: 99 lbs -116 lbs
- Perks: Poacher, Active First Touch, Distance Shooter
- Archetypes: Cheetah, Maestro, Lynx, Sniper, Finisher
This build is the definition of a speed demon, with heights of 97 pace and 97 dribbling, accompanied by around 85 shooting that is boosted by the Poacher and Distance Shooter perks. Its agility rating of 97 is scary, with the chances of the opponent being able to tackle this build being very low. To summarize, Pro Clubs players must have someone in their team with this build if they want to win games.
FIFA 23 is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Microsoft Windows, and Nintendo Switch.