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Rating by position
Best position LM 57 · +n = growth to potential 60The six face stats at a glance.
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Launch rating, age and potential in every EA FC / FIFA since FC 25
FC 25
How to get the best out of Ed McCarthy in Career Mode
Ed McCarthy is a wide player at Galway United, rated 58 overall in FC 26 with a potential of 60, LM. By the standards of the role, that's a bit short. In full maturity (24); sign them to win now, not for the future.
By FAFIFA Team · updated September 2025
How do you get the best out of Ed McCarthy?
Their place is out wide as LM. They work by stretching the pitch and attacking the full-back one-on-one; the more isolated with their marker, the better. They can also play CM, RM and LW. The game also rewards them with roles like Winger and Half-winger, which reinforce that profile.
What are their strengths?
Their best assets are top speed (72) and acceleration (69). That decent top speed is their signature.
Do they have weaknesses?
Where they struggle: curve (42) and finishing (50). Pick their role to hide those gaps.
Are they a good buy?
Their market price sits around 325 K€, with 1 K€ in wages. You pay for immediate, proven output: pricey but no surprises, they deliver now. They're also out of contract soon (2025), so you can push in talks or grab them almost free at the end of the season.
What is Ed McCarthy's best position?
Their best position is LM, though they can also play CM, RM and LW.
How high can Ed McCarthy's rating go?
Their potential is 60. They start from 58, so they can rise +2 with minutes and development.
Are they expensive to sign?
Their market value is around 325 K€, with 1 K€ wages.
Are they good at dribbling?
Their dribbling is 61 — weak for their position.
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