Why everyone sleeps on Putellas 92

Alexia Putellas's 92-rated Thunderstruck card is the most complete women's player in FC 26, and it's not even close. With perfect 5-star skills and 5-star weak foot, combined with elite dribbling stats (92 face, 93 ball control, 91 agility, 90 balance) and clinical finishing (92 finishing, 92 positioning), this card replicates the real-life Ballon d'Or winner's technical brilliance. At 2.6 million coins across all platforms, she's the most expensive women's card in the game, but her stats justify the investment for anyone running a women's squad or hybrid team.

In-game feel & playstyle

Putellas feels incredibly responsive thanks to her Controlled AcceleRATE type and phenomenal dribbling stats. The combination of 91 agility, 90 balance, and 93 composure makes her feel glued to the ball even when surrounded by defenders. Her 5-star skills actually matter here because the animations are smooth and responsive - ball rolls, scoop turns, and La Croqueta transitions feel instantaneous. The 92 reactions and 93 ball control mean she's always first to loose balls in midfield, and her body positioning is exceptional for shielding possession.

What sets her apart from other women's cards is the shooting consistency. With 92 finishing, 92 positioning, 89 long shots, and 87 shot power, she's a legitimate goal threat from anywhere inside 25 yards. The 5-star weak foot means you never have to think about which foot to shoot with, and the 93 composure ensures she stays calm in one-on-one situations. At 173cm (5'8"), she's tall enough to win some headers (77 heading accuracy, 87 jumping) but still agile enough to weave through tight spaces.

The 84 pace (83 acceleration, 84 sprint speed) feels faster than the numbers suggest due to the Controlled AcceleRATE, which gives her explosive first-step acceleration. She won't burn past Lengthy defenders in straight lines, but her combination of pace, agility, and balance makes her incredibly difficult to dispossess once she's in motion. The 87 stamina means she can play box-to-box all game without noticeable fatigue.

Strengths

• Perfect technical attributes (5/5 stars) - Only women's card in FC 26 with both 5-star skills and 5-star weak foot, making her completely unpredictable in attack. This combination is game-changing in women's FUT where most elite cards max at 4-star skills.
• Elite dribbling package - 93 ball control, 92 dribbling, 91 agility, 90 balance, and 93 composure create a player who feels like she has the ball on a string. Left stick dribbling is incredibly smooth, and skill moves chain together seamlessly.
• Clinical finishing from anywhere - 92 finishing, 92 positioning, 90 penalties, 89 long shots, and 88 volleys make her one of the most complete shooters in women's FUT. Can score finesses, power shots, chips, and volleys with either foot.
• World-class passing and vision - 93 vision, 92 short passing, 91 long passing, and 90 curve mean she can dictate tempo from CM and pick out runs other players wouldn't see. Through balls and driven passes are pinpoint accurate.
• Controlled AcceleRATE with pace - Best AcceleRATE type for agile players, combined with 83 acceleration and 84 sprint speed, makes her feel rapid in tight spaces. First-step explosiveness is excellent for beating press.
• Surprisingly physical for women's meta - 83 strength is elite for women's FUT and allows her to hold off challenges. Combined with 90 balance, she's very difficult to push off the ball, even against stronger men's cards in hybrid squads.
• Box-to-box capabilities - 87 stamina, 84 standing tackle, and 81 interceptions mean she can contribute defensively. Not a pure CDM, but competent enough to play CM in 4-1-2-1-2 or 4-4-2 formations.
• Unique body type and animations - Her player model has custom animations that make dribbling feel unique. The way she shifts her weight and manipulates the ball is different from generic body types.

Weaknesses

• Defensive stats are average at best - 75 face defending, 63 defensive awareness, and 67 sliding tackle mean she's not a defensive liability, but she's not winning the ball back consistently. Best used as a box-to-box CM, not a CDM.
• 2.6M price tag limits accessibility - She's the most expensive women's card in FC 26 and costs more than many elite men's icons. For that price, you could build an entire competitive men's team. Only viable for dedicated women's squads or ultra-rich accounts.
• Limited linking options - Barcelona and Spain have some good links (Aitana Bonmatí, Salma Paralluelo, Mariona Caldentey), but you're locked into Liga F and Spanish players for chemistry. Hybrid squads require icons or special links.
• Body type disadvantage vs men's cards - At 173cm and with a women's player model, she'll lose physical battles against men's cards with 85+ strength. If you're running a hybrid squad, expect her to get bodied by players like Vieira or Gullit.
• Shot power could be higher - 87 shot power is good but not elite. Driven shots and power shots lack the raw power of men's cards with 90+ shot power. Against top-tier women's goalkeepers, you'll notice some saves you wouldn't expect.
• Pace not elite by men's standards - 84 pace is excellent for women's FUT but average for high-level men's Weekend League. If you're running her in a hybrid squad, she'll feel slower than equivalent 90+ pace men's attackers.
• No playstyles or playstyles+ - Despite having elite stats across the board, she has zero playstyles or playstyles+, which is disappointing for a 2.6M card. This limits her meta viability compared to men's cards with Technical, First Touch, or Finesse Shot playstyles.

Best position, chemistry style & squads

Position: Central CM in a 4-1-2-1-2 (2), 4-4-2, or 4-3-3 (5) formation. Her box-to-box capabilities, combined with elite passing and finishing, make her perfect for the central midfield role where she can dictate play and join attacks. Avoid playing her at CAM (wastes her defensive contributions) or CDM (defensive stats too low).

Chemistry Style: Engine is the best choice to maximize her strengths. It boosts pace to 89 (+5), passing to 96 (+5), and dribbling to 97 (+5), turning her into the most complete midfielder in women's FUT. The pace boost gets her acceleration to 88, which makes her feel genuinely rapid. Alternative options include Shadow (if you want more defensive presence) or Hunter (if you're playing her as a second striker in a narrow formation).

Squad Fits: Best in a full women's squad built around Barcelona (Aitana Bonmatí, Salma Paralluelo, Caroline Graham Hansen) or Spain (Mariona Caldentey, Athenea del Castillo, Irene Paredes). For hybrid squads, you'll need icons or special green links - Aitana Bonmatí 91 is the perfect CM partner. Liga F has some decent supporting players, but the league depth is limited compared to men's top 5 leagues. If you have the budget, pair her with women's icons like Marta or legends from other leagues.

Community opinion & what FUT players are saying

The women's FUT community is divided on Putellas's value at 2.6 million coins. Dedicated women's squad builders consider her the crown jewel of the mode - the only 5/5 card available and the most complete midfielder. Her combination of dribbling, passing, and finishing is unmatched in women's FUT, and many players report she feels like a cheat code in women's-only Weekend League matches.

However, the price remains the biggest talking point. At 2.6M, she costs more than Prime Ronaldinho, Prime Zidane, or most top-tier men's icons. Casual players argue this is too expensive for a card that can't compete in mixed-gender squads due to physical disadvantages. The lack of playstyles is also a major complaint - for 2.6M, players expect at least 3-4 playstyles+ to justify the investment.

On the flip side, those who've used her extensively praise her consistency. Weekend League grinders running women's squads report she's the difference-maker in tight matches - her passing vision creates chances others can't, and her finishing conversion rate is exceptional. The 5-star weak foot alone is worth the premium, as it eliminates predictability and makes her a constant dual-foot threat.

The competitive women's FUT scene (which has grown significantly in FC 26) considers her mandatory for elite squads. She's appeared in nearly every top 100 women's squad, often playing CM next to Aitana Bonmatí. Players describe her as "the Gullit of women's FUT" - a card that can do everything at an elite level and never feels like a weakness.

Final verdict & ratings

Alexia Putellas 92 Thunderstruck is the best women's card in FC 26, period. If you're committed to building a top-tier women's squad, she's non-negotiable - the only 5-star skill, 5-star weak foot option with elite stats across the board. Her in-game performance matches her price tag when used in the right context.

Who should buy:

• Dedicated women's FUT players with 2.6M+ coins who want the absolute best midfielder available
• Weekend League grinders running women's squads who need a game-changing playmaker and finisher
• Collectors who want the flagship women's card in FC 26
• Players who value 5-star skills and technical dribbling above all else

Who should skip:

• Casual players or those on limited budgets - 2.6M is excessive unless you're fully committed to women's FUT
• Hybrid squad builders mixing men's and women's cards - she'll get outmuscled by men's midfielders
• Players expecting meta men's Weekend League performance - she's elite for women's FUT but average for mixed squads
• Those who prioritize playstyles - zero playstyles/playstyles+ is a major limitation at this price point

Our ratings:

• Meta rating: 16.5/20 - Elite for women's FUT (18/20) but limited by women's-only viability and lack of playstyles. In the women's meta, she's S-tier. In hybrid/men's squads, she drops to B-tier due to physical disadvantages.
• Fun rating: 19.0/20 - Exceptional. The 5/5 combo, silky dribbling, and clinical finishing make her one of the most enjoyable cards in FC 26. Skill moves feel incredible, and the weak foot freedom is liberating.
• Value for coins: 12.0/20 - Overpriced by men's FUT standards, but fair for women's FUT where alternatives don't exist. If you need the best women's CM, she's priceless. If you're comparing to men's cards, you're overpaying significantly.

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