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Best position LB 49 · +n = growth to potential 68The six face stats at a glance.
How to get the best out of Matthew Ireland in Career Mode
Matthew Ireland is a full-back at Northampton Town, rated 51 overall in FC 26 with a potential of 68, LB. By the standards of the role, that's a liability. At 18 they're aiming at 68. A project, not an instant fix, but the kind worth the wait.
By FAFIFA Team · updated September 2025
How do you get the best out of Matthew Ireland?
Their place is the flank, up and down the wing as LB. Use them as a wing-back in a back three or with a holding midfielder to cover their runs. They can also play LM. The game also rewards them with roles like Fullback, which reinforce that profile.
What do they do well?
What makes them reliable: top speed (74) and acceleration (72). Their top speed is unremarkable and it's the trait to build their game around.
Where do they struggle?
Their soft spots: reading of the game (43) and marking (44). Nothing the right system and teammates can't cover.
Are they worth the price?
Worth around 165 K€ with 1 K€ wages. As an investment they're among the best: give them minutes, they gain value and you end up making money on them. And with a contract until 2026, you have leverage to bring the price down.
How far can they go?
They start from 51 with a ceiling of 68 — that's +17 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 Matthew Ireland's best position?
Their best position is LB, though they can also play LM.
How high can Matthew Ireland's rating go?
Their potential is 68. They start from 51, so they can rise +17 with minutes and development.
Are they expensive to sign?
Their market value is around 165 K€, with 1 K€ wages.
Can they handle the flank up and down?
Their top speed is 74 — decent for their position.
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