In FIFA 23, the lengthy player is a new category that means players might not be the fastest to start out, but over time gain so much speed that they can often become faster than any other player in the game. But they must possess certain physical requirements. For example, for a player to be explosive, he must be shorter than 180cm and be very fast and agile.

Two types of players can be lengthy. Some, like Erling Haaland and Virgil Van Dijk, naturally have the attributes and style. Others need chemistry styles to enhance their stats and become lengthy. Every squad needs a player like this to stand out on the field, and in this article, we have prepared the best ones for you!

Virgil Van Dijk (CB, 90)

Virgil Van Dijk(184,000 FIFA 23 Coins) is definitely one of the best and most popular center-backs in FIFA 23. Besides being huge, he is also very strong in duels and can put any player in his pocket. He has a very good defensive AI and is also very useful in attack. Because he is lengthy, he can easily counterattack when you defend a corner. Virgil is a world-class defender!

Erling Haaland (ST, 88)

Erling Haaland has taken the Premier League by storm since his arrival at Man City, with the Norwegian striker having netted 17 goals and grabbed three assists in just 11 league games. He’s also impressed in the Champions League, scoring five goals in four games, taking his total for the season to 21 already. In addition to doing everything in real life, Haaland is now one of the most popular players in FIFA 23 due to his lengthy acceleration. It’s hard to find a player in Ultimate Team who doesn’t have Haaland even on the bench, the man plays for every club!

Kalidou Koulibaly (CB, 87)

There is not much to say about Koulibaly! He has always been a solid defender in every FIFA, and the new acceleration is just an added plus that turns this man into an absolute monster. You would like to have this type of CB in your team: tall, strong, with good defensive stats but, most importantly, speed! In addition, he has a 4-star weak foot, a unique body type, and also a medium/high work rate. He may not be as good on the ball as others in his position, but if you are after an out-and-out defensive destroyer, he is your man.

Antonio Rudiger (CB, 87)

New Real Madrid back Antonio Rudiger received a major stat boost for FIFA 23, and he should be a strong option for FUT teams. Rudiger has 82 Pace and some of the best Physical and Defensive attributes among center backs. If you often play against this defender in Ultimate Team, your attacks are much more difficult. The reason for this is his incredible positioning, and with additional manual control, he can comfortably cover every player and cut every pass.

Kyle Walker (RB, 85)

Manchester City back Kyle Walker is one of the fastest defenders that can be found in FIFA 23. Walker’s base card has 91 Pace, and to make things even more interesting, his body profile puts the Englishman in the Lengthy category. Coupled with solid Physical and Defense attributes, expect to see Walker in many lineups for FIFA 23. It is a very good thing to have a lengthy player as a fullback. He can break through very easily and efficiently on the right side of the field by passing any defender in the way. And an even better thing is that Walker is abnormally fast and strong, so he can easily find himself near the opponent’s right corner flag.

Who is your favorite lengthy player in FIFA 23? Sign him in your Career Mode or add him to your FUT club to dominate any opposition are wise choices.