Every player in EA Sports FC 24 has a set of core attributes that determine their performance on the pitch. These are grouped into categories:
- Pace: Acceleration and Sprint Speed. Crucial for wingers, strikers, and fullbacks.
- Shooting: Positioning, Finishing, Shot Power, Long Shots, Volleys, Penalties. Essential for goal-scorers.
- Passing: Vision, Crossing, Free Kick Accuracy, Short Pass, Long Pass, Curve. Key for midfielders and playmakers.
- Dribbling: Agility, Balance, Reactions, Ball Control, Dribbling, Composure. Important for players who need to beat defenders.
- Defending: Interceptions, Heading Accuracy, Defensive Awareness, Standing Tackle, Sliding Tackle. Vital for defenders and defensive midfielders.
- Physical: Jumping, Stamina, Strength, Aggression. Important for all positions, especially midfielders and defenders.
Higher ratings in relevant attributes generally mean better performance. For example, a striker needs high Finishing and Shot Power, while a center-back needs high Defensive Awareness and Standing Tackle.