Will Neymar be in FIFA 23? Yes, Neymar Jr. Will Star in FUT 23
The answer is absolutely – Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior will be one of the highest rated, most electric players in FIFA 23 this year. As a long-time fan of Neymar‘s unique flair, creativity, and highlight-reel worthy skills, I‘m excited to share why he‘s guaranteed to be a superstar in FUT 23. Let‘s dive into the details on Neymar in FIFA 23, from his ratings to his best position to why he‘s a must-have attacker.
Overview of Neymar Jr.‘s Career and Accolades
First, let‘s recap Neymar‘s real-life career accomplishments that make him an elite talent deserving of a 91 overall base rating in FIFA 23. Since starting his career at Brazilian club Santos in 2009, Neymar has racked up an astonishing goalscoring record, while also winning titles and awards at both the club and international level:
- Total Career Goals: 334 goals in 531 appearances across all clubs and country
- UEFA Champions League: Won in 2014-15 with Barcelona
- La Liga: Won 2 titles in 2013-14 and 2014-15 with Barcelona
- Ligue 1: Won 3 straight titles from 2018-2020 with PSG
- Copa America: Won in 2019 with Brazil national team
- FIFA Ballon d‘Or finalist: Finished 3rd in 2015 and 2017
Additionally, Neymar was twice named the South American Footballer of the Year in 2011 and 2012. While his prime years at Barcelona showcased Neymar at his peak powers, he continues to dominate with PSG today.
| Season | Goals | Assists | Matches Played |
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| 2021-22 | 13 | 8 | 28 |
| 2020-21 | 17 | 8 | 31 |
| 2019-20 | 18 | 10 | 27 |
Neymar has battled injuries in recent seasons, but when healthy, he still produces incredible numbers worthy of his 91 rating in FIFA 23.
Neymar‘s Key Attributes and Playing Style
As an avid FUT player myself, I‘m particularly drawn to Neymar for his five-star skill moves, creative passing, and elite finishing ability. Here are the key attributes that make him such a dangerous attacker:
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Dribbling (92) – With stunning close control, agility, and footwork, Neymar can dance past defenders with ease. He‘s a master of skill moves like the rainbow flick and elastico.
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Passing (91) – Neymar‘s vision and playmaking allows him to thread through balls and set up teammates beautifully. He collected 95 assists across his club career.
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Pace (91) – With rapid acceleration, Neymar excels at getting behind the defense and exploiting space in the channels.
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Shooting (84) – A clinical, versatile finisher capable of long shots, volleys, chips, and placed power shots.
When you add in his five-star weak foot and skill moves, Neymar offers the complete offensive package that‘s a joy to control in-game. He can play out wide or centrally as a striker – giving you tactical flexibility.
Estimated Cost of Neymar Jr. FIFA 23 Cards
Given his superstar status, what will it cost to add Neymar to your Ultimate Team in FIFA 23? Here are the estimated prices for his key cards:
- 91 Neymar Jr (Gold): 45,000-50,000 FUT Coins
- 92 Neymar Jr (TIF): 150,000-200,000 FUT Coins
- 94 Neymar Jr (TOTS): 1,000,000+ FUT Coins
Neymar‘s gold card is attainable early on, while his upgraded special cards will require more saving and trading. A centurion Neymar Jr. card was also leaked – likely around 700,000 coins if he gets that SBC treatment.
As a tip, be patient bidding on Neymar and look for good deals on Sunday/Monday when the transfer market is flooded. Doing the Foundations objectives to earn packs is also wise.
Why You Should Get Neymar Jr. in FUT 23
While the high price tag seems intimidating, getting Neymar in your FIFA 23 Ultimate Team is absolutely worth it for these key reasons:
- You‘ll have an unstoppable attacker who can single-handedly win games
- Five-star skill moves opens up new possibilities for creating chances
- He‘ll make scoring goals and pulling off highlights fun and entertaining
- Strong links to Mbappe, Messi, Marquinhos and other META players
- His presence automatically boosts your squad‘s overall rating and chemistry
- Chance to play with one of your real-life idols in Neymar Jr.
As Ronaldinho famously said, "Neymar is a phenomenon. Go see him play, it’s something incredible." I couldn‘t agree more – Neymar‘s flair and skills bring a creativity to FIFA 23 that few other players can match. If you want a truly elite left-winger, saving up for Neymar is the wise move.
Let me know once you get Neymar in your club – I‘d love to hear how he performs for you in FUT Champion matches and Division Rivals! He‘s the perfect player to build your attack around this year. Thanks for reading and be sure to follow me for more FIFA guides soon.