William Smallbone
Attributes
34 statsPace
Shooting
Passing
Dribbling
Defending
Physical
Attacking
Skill
Movement
Power
Mentality
Defending
Rating by position
Best position CM 72 · +n = growth to potential 76The 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 William Smallbone in Career Mode
William Smallbone is a central midfielder at Southampton, rated 72 overall in FC 26 with a potential of 76, CM. By the standards of the role, that's unremarkable. In full maturity (25); sign them to win now, not for the future.
By FAFIFA Team · updated September 2025
What role should William Smallbone have?
Their place is in central midfield as CM. Put them in charge of the tempo; they shine passing and organising more than arriving in the box. They can also play CAM and CDM. The game also rewards them with roles like Playmaker and Half-winger, which reinforce that profile. Technically, they cope well with their weaker foot (4★).
What are you buying?
Their best assets are stamina (78) and short passing (75). That reliable stamina is their signature.
What are they missing?
For their role there's no weakness of note; a very well-rounded player.
Are they worth signing in Career Mode?
Their market price sits around 3,8 M€, with 42 K€ in wages. Not a bargain, but money well spent if you want a reliable starter from day one. They're also out of contract soon (2026), so you can push in talks or grab them almost free at the end of the season.
How much will they grow?
They start from 72 with a ceiling of 76 — that's +4 of headroom. Some room left, but at their age improvement is slow now: don't expect a leap. Potential doesn't rise on its own: it needs games, not the bench.
What is William Smallbone's best position?
Their best position is CM, though they can also play CAM and CDM.
How high can William Smallbone's rating go?
Their potential is 76. They start from 72, so they can rise +4 with minutes and development.
Are they expensive to sign?
Their market value is around 3,8 M€, with 42 K€ wages.
Are they reliable on the ball?
Their short passing is 75 — competent for their position.
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