5 former FIFA superstars with surprisingly low ratings in FIFA 17

Modified Mar 08, 2017 13:21 GMT

FROSINONE, ITALY - FEBRUARY 03: Matteo Brighi of Bologna in action during the Serie A match between Frosinone Calcio and Bologna FC at Stadio Matusa on February 3, 2016 in Frosinone, Italy. (Photo by Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Images) — *Brighi went from being one of the hottest prospects to playing in the Serie B*

#3 Ashley Cole (FIFA 05 Rating: 88, FIFA 17 Rating: 73)

CARSON, CA - MARCH 06: Ashley Cole #3 of Los Angeles Galaxy shouts at an official after taking a hand to the face from a D.C. United player during the first half of their MLS match at StubHub Center on March 6, 2016 in Carson, California. There was no foul called on the play against D.C. United. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images) — *Once one of the best left-backs in the world, Ashley Cole now plays for LA Galaxy*

Considered one of the best left-backs of his generation, Ashley Cole enjoyed successful stints in London for Arsenal and then Chelsea. At Arsenal, he won two Premier League titles and was an integral member of ‘the Invincibles’ squad of the 2003-04 season.

Following the incredible season in which Arsenal remained unbeaten in the league, Cole earned a rating of 88 in FIFA 05 and was one of the highest rated defenders in the game. In the years to come, he achieved more success as he joined Chelsea and went on to win a Premier League title and a Champions League crown.

However, he was released by the Blues in 2014 following which he spent two seasons in Roma. With age, his performances have gone down significantly. Currently, Cole plies his trade for MLS side, LA Galaxy, and has earned a rating of 73 in FIFA 17.

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