Who are the best Centre Backs (CB) in FC 26?

The highest-rated centre backs in FC 26 Ultimate Team right now include Ibrahima Konate (99 OVR), Marquinhos (99 OVR), Franz Beckenbauer (99 OVR). Our rankings update automatically as new promo cards, Team of the Week items, SBC rewards, and Icons are added to the database.

What stats matter most for a Centre Back (CB) in FC 26?

For a meta CB in FC 26, prioritize Defensive Awareness & Stand Tackle, Sprint Speed & Recovery Pace, and Strength, Jumping & Anticipate. Matching a player's Role+ or Role++ familiarity at CB also improves AI positioning on the pitch.

Can I upgrade CB players with Evolutions in FC 26?

Yes. Every CB listed in our table links directly to both their full player profile and their dedicated Evolutions page so you can check eligible FC 26 Evolution paths and stat upgrades before buying on the transfer market.

Best FC 26 Centre Backs (CB)

Discover the highest-rated centre backs (CB) in EA SPORTS FC 26 Ultimate Team. Compare overall ratings, key face attributes (PAC, SHO, PAS, DRI, DEF, PHY), live transfer market prices, and direct Evolution upgrade paths for every top CB card.

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Top FC 26 Centre Backs (CB) Rankings

Key attributes for meta FC 26 centre backs: Defensive Awareness & Stand Tackle, Sprint Speed & Recovery Pace, and Strength, Jumping & Anticipate. Click any player below to view their full in-game stats or inspect their eligible Evolutions.

#	Player	OVR	Pos	PAC	SHO	PAS	DRI	DEF	PHY	Console Price	Evolutions
1	Ibrahima Konate	99	CB	93	55	90	92	99	97	—	Ibrahima Konate Evos →
2	Marquinhos	99	CB	94	70	91	95	99	99	220,000	Marquinhos Evos →
3	Franz Beckenbauer	99	CB	95	87	95	95	99	99	495,000	Franz Beckenbauer Evos →
4	Virgil van Dijk	99	CB	92	70	87	87	99	97	589,000	Virgil van Dijk Evos →
5	Eric Garcia	99	CB	93	70	90	94	99	98	480,000	Eric Garcia Evos →
6	Aymeric Laporte	99	CB	95	78	97	95	99	99	1,739,000	Aymeric Laporte Evos →
7	Pau Cubarsi	99	CB	95	66	93	93	99	99	730,000	Pau Cubarsi Evos →
8	Patrick Vieira	99	CM	95	94	99	92	99	98	—	Patrick Vieira Evos →
9	Cafu	99	RB	97	74	96	99	99	94	—	Cafu Evos →
10	Aymeric Laporte	99	CB	96	78	98	95	99	99	240,000	Aymeric Laporte Evos →
11	Rio Ferdinand	99	CB	93	60	88	99	99	97	—	Rio Ferdinand Evos →
12	Sandro Tonali	99	CDM	96	93	99	97	95	99	—	Sandro Tonali Evos →
13	Ivan Cordoba	98	CB	92	70	95	89	99	98	—	Ivan Cordoba Evos →
14	Leny Yoro	98	CB	93	60	92	92	98	97	25,000	Leny Yoro Evos →
15	Lilian Thuram	98	RB	99	70	93	93	99	97	1,600,000	Lilian Thuram Evos →
16	William Saliba	98	CB	93	71	99	91	99	96	558,000	William Saliba Evos →
17	Fabio Cannavaro	98	CB	94	55	91	91	99	96	—	Fabio Cannavaro Evos →
18	Giorgio Chiellini	98	CB	93	67	90	88	99	98	430,000	Giorgio Chiellini Evos →
19	Daniele De Rossi	98	CDM	93	94	97	94	99	96	135,000	Daniele De Rossi Evos →
20	Gabriel	98	CB	93	57	90	91	99	96	140,000	Gabriel Evos →
21	Andrew Robertson	98	LB	95	92	99	95	97	95	—	Andrew Robertson Evos →
22	Milan Skriniar	98	CB	93	70	90	92	98	97	—	Milan Skriniar Evos →
23	Nemanja Vidic	98	CB	90	60	99	86	97	97	183,000	Nemanja Vidic Evos →
24	Riccardo Calafiori	98	LB	96	87	98	96	97	94	—	Riccardo Calafiori Evos →
25	Nico Schlotterbeck	98	CB	93	75	94	92	98	98	18,500	Nico Schlotterbeck Evos →

Frequently Asked Questions: FC 26 Centre Backs (CB)

Who are the best Centre Backs (CB) in FC 26?: The highest-rated centre backs in FC 26 Ultimate Team right now include Ibrahima Konate (99 OVR), Marquinhos (99 OVR), Franz Beckenbauer (99 OVR). Our rankings update automatically as new promo cards, Team of the Week items, SBC rewards, and Icons are added to the database.
What stats matter most for a Centre Back (CB) in FC 26?: For a meta CB in FC 26, prioritize Defensive Awareness & Stand Tackle, Sprint Speed & Recovery Pace, and Strength, Jumping & Anticipate. Matching a player's Role+ or Role++ familiarity at CB also improves AI positioning on the pitch.
Can I upgrade CB players with Evolutions in FC 26?: Yes. Every CB listed in our table links directly to both their full player profile and their dedicated Evolutions page so you can check eligible FC 26 Evolution paths and stat upgrades before buying on the transfer market.

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