CM 2008 > Players > Defenders

All the best teams, those who have won leagues and cups at club and international level have had one thing in common: a solid back line. Being a strong defensive unit depends heavily on having the right kinds of player at your disposal, a good centre back should have good marking, tackling, heading, jumping and positioning attributes. These are the basic attributes you should be looking for in every defender, whether it be for a Premier League or Conference side.

Once you have identified players with these traits you can then look for secondary attributes such as decision making, acceleration, pace, stamina, consistency, bravery, determination and strength.

Below you will find a list of some established, lesser known and young centre backs with huge potential.