FC 2720 Aug 2026▾
Francisco Méndez
4 May 2005 · Shirt 20 · Necaxa since FC 27
Attributes
34 statsPace
53Shooting
29Passing
43Dribbling
42Defending
60Physical
67Rating by position
Best position CB 61 · EA’s official formula from the attributes · +n = growth to potential
Official EA formula from the attributes. Cyan border: natural positions.
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20 Aug 2026Debut · FC 27
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How to get the best out of Francisco Méndez in Career Mode
Francisco Méndez is a centre-back at Necaxa, rated 61 overall in FC 27 with a potential of 69, CB. By the standards of the role, that's weak. At 21 with 8 points of headroom up to 69, they're one of the most serious bets on the future you can sign.
By FAFIFA Team · updated August 2026
How do you get the best out of Francisco Méndez?
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, which reinforce that profile.
What do they do well?
Their weapons: strength (73) and tackling (66). Their strength is run-of-the-mill and it's the trait to build their game around.
Do they have weaknesses?
Their weak points: composure (51), marking (56) and top speed (53). Things to keep in mind when building the team around them.
Are they worth signing in Career Mode?
Their market price sits around 798 K€, with 1 K€ in wages. As an investment they're among the best: give them minutes, they gain value and you end up making money on them.
How much will they grow?
They start from 61 with a ceiling of 69 — that's +8 of headroom. Still at an improving age; with regular minutes they'll add points season by season. Potential doesn't rise on its own: it needs games, not the bench.
What is Francisco Méndez's best position?
Their best position is CB.
How high can Francisco Méndez's rating go?
Their potential is 69. They start from 61, so they can rise +8 with minutes and development.
Are they expensive to sign?
Their market value is around 798 K€, with 1 K€ wages.
Do they defend the box well?
Their marking is 56 — weak for their position.
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