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FIFA 19 release is around the corner, and EA Sports have started to release the top 100 rated players. They've already released players ranking from 81 to 100, and quite a lot of the people's favorite players were on that list. Recently, they have released players ranking from 61 to 80.
There have been lots of prediction posts for FIFA 19, predicting the top 10 players, but we are anticipating the top players in each position. Note that this list does not include icons or any special cards. Also, Right Midfield and Left Midfield positions are not added. The prediction is based primarily on their overall rating in the previous iteration of the game, FIFA 18, and their individual and team performances in the 2017-18 season and 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Let us start with the goalkeeper
GK: David De Gea
Rating in FIFA 18: 90
Expected rating in FIFA 19: 91
David De Gea was a prominent figure in almost all teams in FIFA 18. His 90 overall rating with his acrobatic technique and "save with feet" trait made him an overpowered goalkeeper in FIFA 18.
In the 2017-18 season, De Gea had 16 clean sheets in Premier League and 1 in the 2018 World Cup. The only other GK who could rival the Spaniard would be Belgian Thibaut Courtois as he had an excellent season and a great World Cup. We predict that De Gea will overtake Neuer this year and will be the top-rated goalkeeper in FIFA 19.
RB: Dani Carvajal
Rating in FIFA 18: 84
Expected rating in FIFA 19: 86
The Spanish Right Back is the first of the four current Real Madrid players you will encounter in this list. Being a crucial member for helping Madrid clinch their hat-trick Champions League, we expect Carvajal to be the top RB in the game with a rating of 86
CB: Sergio Ramos
Rating in FIFA 18: 90
Expected rating in FIFA 19: 91
The Real Madrid captain had an excellent year as he helped his team clinch their third consecutive UEFA Champions League. He was already the top-rated Central Back in FIFA 18, and we expect him to retain his position as the top dog in his area. His great aerial prowess in real life and the game must have helped his team to score many headed goals.
LB: Marcelo
Rating in FIFA 18: 87
Expected rating in FIFA 19: 87
Marcelo is another FIFA 18 guy who is expected to retain his position as the top player in his department. Marcelo's rating was 87 last year. His closest competitors Filipe Luiz and David Alaba were relegated to 85 this year, and Alex Sandro ranked as an 86. Real Madrid's three consecutive UEFA Champions League titles will also be a prominent boost to the Brazilian LB.
CDM: N'Golo Kanté
Rating in FIFA 18: 88
Expected rating in FIFA 19: 89
N'Golo Kanté was the top-rated CDM in FIFA 18 during its first release with an 87. He got a +1 increment during the winter update. The French player is expected to have an even better boost this season as he won the FIFA World Cup with France. His contribution to Chelsea and the French national team, especially in the defensive area, has been very crucial to its collective success.
CM: Luka Modric
Rating in FIFA 18: 89
Expected rating in FIFA 19: 91
Helped Croatia reach the World Cup final, and earned the Golden Ball of the tournament. Elected as the best footballer of the year in Europe, and Champions League winner with Real Madrid. What a season this was for the Luka Modric. The Croatian midfielder had a passing accuracy of 91% last season and created 32 chances. This would definitely help him get ahead of his Real Madrid team-mate Toni Kroos to be the top-rated CM in the game.
CAM: Kevin De Bruyne
Rating in FIFA 18: 91
Expected rating in FIFA 19: 92
The Belgian midfield artist had a remarkable season both for his club and the Belgian national team. De Bruyne scored 12 goals while providing 19 assists across all competitions. De Bruyne also maintained a passing accuracy of 83.5 percent and helped Belgium reach its best finish ever in a World Cup tournament (3rd place).
He was already having a stunning overall rating of 91 in the last winter update. His ability deserves a solid 92 this season to make him the top rated Premier League player.
Left Winger - Neymar Jr.
Rating in FIFA 18: 92
Expected rating in FIFA 19: 92
Neymar may not have had his best season, mainly due to his right-foot injury. But he still reached the Quarterfinals of the 2018 World Cup with Brazil. Since Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to be a Striker in FIFA 19, Neymar will emerge as the top-rated LW in the video game.
The Brazilian is rumored to have an in-game rating of 92. This rating accompanied by terrific pace and shooting stats and his five stars weak foot means Neymar will be a menace to his opponents.
Right Winger - Lionel Messi
Rating in FIFA 18: 93
Expected rating in FIFA 19: 94
Right Wing is one of the most competitive positions in FIFA 19. The likes of Bale and Salah will have to wait another year at least to be the top-rated RW in a FIFA game as Lionel Messi is rumored to tie Cristiano as the top-rated player in the entire game. Messi's dribbling was smooth in the previous FIFA. His lack of strength is one thing that the users will find as one of Messi's few weaknesses.
ST - Cristiano Ronaldo
Rating in FIFA 18: 94
Expected rating in FIFA 19: 94
The cover star, Cristiano Ronaldo, is expected to be the best ST in the game. The Portuguese great is a 94 rated in the stripes of Italian giants Juventus and will be the most sought-after striker in the entire game. His headers, bullet shots, 5-star skill moves, and the outstanding pace was a headache for oppositions in the last edition of the game.
