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Best position CAM 63 · +n = growth to potential 75The six face stats at a glance.
How to get the best out of David Matei in Career Mode
David Matei is a central midfielder at Universitatea Craiova, rated 62 overall in FC 26 with a potential of 75, CM. By the standards of the role, that's poor. They're 18 with a ceiling of 75: with minutes, in two or three seasons they're a different player.
By FAFIFA Team · updated September 2025
How do you get the best out of David Matei?
Their place is in central midfield as CM. Put them in charge of the tempo; they shine passing and organising more than arriving in the box. They can also play CAM. The game also rewards them with roles like Box-to-Box, which reinforce that profile.
What are their strengths?
What makes them reliable: stamina (71) and short passing (67). Their stamina is run-of-the-mill and it's the trait to build their game around.
What are they missing?
Their soft spots: reading of the game (48) and composure (59). Things to keep in mind when building the team around them.
Are they worth the price?
Worth around 1,1 M€ with 1 K€ wages. A project signing: cheap for what they can become, so the margin is on your side.
How far can they go?
They start from 62 with a ceiling of 75 — that's +13 of headroom. They're young, so they'll grow fast with games: the big jump comes before 23. Potential doesn't rise on its own: it needs games, not the bench.
What is David Matei's best position?
Their best position is CM, though they can also play CAM.
How high can David Matei's rating go?
Their potential is 75. They start from 62, so they can rise +13 with minutes and development.
Are they expensive to sign?
Their market value is around 1,1 M€, with 1 K€ wages.
Are they reliable on the ball?
Their short passing is 67 — poor for their position.
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