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The release of EA Sports much much-awaited title FC 24 is just around the corner. With the recent split with FIFA, fans were expecting a lot of changes to occur in the game. Developers have visibly changed EA Sports FC 24 a lot, however in a good direction.

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But a change many fans, including the soccer ones, did not see coming was the resolution of the Messi vs. Ronaldo debate. While the debate still rages on in the hearts of loyal fans, FC 24 has given the next generation a chance to compete for the top spot. And this has caused a new rivalry to form between the fans of these soccer players.

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EA Sports FC 24 starts a new debate with Mbappe going against Haaland

Many have started to wonder who will be the best player to pick in the upcoming EA Sports FC 24. Surprisingly, there are two sharing the top spot. And they are not Messi and Ronaldo! The players at the top spot are Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland. Both players have scored a whopping 91 overall in the game. But they both have different play styles which will cater to different types of gamers.

Kylian Mbappe’s stats in FC 24 are as follows:

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Overall

91

Pace

97

Shooting

90

Passing

80

Dribbling

92

Defending

36

Physical

78

Weak foot

4/5

Skill moves

5/5

As fans can see, Mbappe will be suitable for players opting for a more fast-paced attack. His skill moves and pace alone will be enough to beat defenders.

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On the other hand, here are Erling Haaland’s stats in FC 24:

Overall

91

Pace

89

Shooting

93

Passing

66

Dribbling

80

Defending

45

Physical

88

Weak foot

3/5

Skill moves

3/5

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With a more shooting and physical-centric play style, Haaland will be an ideal choice for players who like to blast through the defense lines with raw force.

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The only player who comes close to the 91 overall rating is Alexia Putellas, Barcelona’s female player, and Kevin de Bruyne, Haaland’s Man City teammate. However, Messi and Ronaldo are nowhere to be seen at the top.

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What happened to Messi and Ronaldo in the upcoming game?

Both Messi and Ronaldo are not at the top spot. Messi has an overall rating of 90, sitting in the fifth spot. And Ronaldo is a bit lower with a rating of 86. While the two soccer veterans are not at the top, they have a unique achievement of not being in European teams for the first time.

With FC 24 releasing on September 29, fans are surely in for a treat with this newly overhauled game. What are your thoughts on EA Sports pitting Mbappe and Haaland against each other for the top spot? Let us know in the comments section below.

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Ajitesh Rawat

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Ajitesh Rawat is a WNBA and College Basketball Writer at EssentiallySports, where he leads the outlet’s Strategy Desk. With a research-driven approach and a reader-first mindset shaped during his stint as a Content Analyst, he covers the mechanics of the game with depth and precision. From injury reports and roster depth charts to player trades and transfer portal moves, Ajitesh brings clarity to the decisions that shape outcomes. Known for highlighting under-covered talent across the women’s game, his reporting has also earned him a spot in ES’ Journalistic Excellence Program. Beyond basketball, Ajitesh’s versatility has seen him spearhead LPGA and LIV Golf coverage while contributing to esports and FPS gaming guides, a reflection of his background as both a game developer and digital strategist. That unique blend of technical expertise and editorial instinct allows him to navigate fast-moving sports landscapes while connecting fans to the tactical and cultural undercurrents driving the games they love.

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