David Bates
Attributes
34 statsPace
Shooting
Passing
Dribbling
Defending
Physical
Attacking
Skill
Movement
Power
Mentality
Defending
Rating by position
Best position CB 69 · +n = growth to potential 69The six face stats at a glance.
Edition by edition
Launch rating, age and potential in every EA FC / FIFA since FC 25
FC 25
How to get the best out of David Bates in Career Mode
David Bates is a centre-back at Standard de Liège, rated 69 overall in FC 26, CB. That's unremarkable for their position. At 28 it's immediate output: what you see is what you get, no waiting. What sets them apart is their strength of 83.
By FAFIFA Team · updated September 2025
How do you play David Bates?
Their place is the heart of the defence as CB. A pure centre-back: pair them with a quick one if they lack top speed, and use their aerial dominance at set pieces. The game also rewards them with roles like Defender and Stopper, which reinforce that profile.
What are you buying?
What makes them reliable: strength (83) and tackling (72). Their strength is more than solid and it's the trait to build their game around.
Do they have weaknesses?
Their soft spots: composure (59) and top speed (51). Things to keep in mind when building the team around them.
Are they worth signing in Career Mode?
Worth around 1,4 M€ with 11 K€ wages. You pay for immediate, proven output: pricey but no surprises, they deliver now. And with a contract until 2027, you have leverage to bring the price down.
What is David Bates's best position?
Their best position is CB.
How high can David Bates's rating go?
They're already at their ceiling (69): at their age the rating won't rise.
Are they expensive to sign?
Their market value is around 1,4 M€, with 11 K€ wages.
Do they defend the box well?
Their marking is 70 — decent for their position.
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