Juan Mata
2025 · clause 810 K€
Weak foot ★★★★★ · Skill moves ★★★★★
International ★★★★★
How to get the best out of Juan Mata in Career Mode
Juan Mata is a playmaker at Western Sydney Wanderers (71 overall, CAM) — decent at that. At 36 they've seen it all: an emergency or leadership signing, not a project. Above all they stand out for their curve (85).
By FAFIFA Team · updated September 2024
How do you play Juan Mata?
Their place is in the hole, between the lines as CAM. Their value is creation: give them a free role behind the striker to link and assist. The game also rewards them with roles like Playmaker, which reinforce that profile. Technically, their 4★ skill moves give them options in one-on-ones.
What are their strengths?
Their best assets are curve (85), composure (83) and ball control (80). That top-tier curve is their signature.
What are they missing?
Where they struggle: agility (60) and long shots (62). Things to keep in mind when building the team around them.
Are they a good buy?
Their market price sits around 648 K€, with 8 K€ in wages. At their age their value only drops: negotiate and don't tie a long contract. 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 Juan Mata's best position?
Their best position is CAM.
How high can Juan Mata's rating go?
They're already at their ceiling (71): at their age the rating won't rise.
Are they expensive to sign?
Their market value is around 648 K€, with 8 K€ wages.
Do they pass well?
Their vision is 78 — good for their position.
Career Mode performance
Real average reached by the community · coming soon, once careers are loggedAttributes · 34 stats
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By pitch position
Computed with sofifa’s official position formula over the individual attributes. The +n is the growth up to potential.
Specialities and traits
No specialities or traits recorded for this player.
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