Fifa 17 Position Calculator
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Determine the optimal position for your FIFA 17 players with our comprehensive position calculator. By analyzing key player attributes, this tool helps you make informed decisions about your team's formation and player roles.
How to Use This Calculator
Using our FIFA 17 Position Calculator is simple and straightforward. Follow these steps to get accurate position recommendations:
- Enter your player's attributes in the calculator form on the right side of the page.
- Select the position you want to analyze from the dropdown menu.
- Click the "Calculate" button to generate your results.
- Review the position analysis and recommendations provided.
- Use the information to adjust your team formation or player roles as needed.
For best results, ensure you have accurate player attributes from your FIFA 17 game. The calculator uses these attributes to determine the most suitable position for each player.
Position Analysis
The position calculator evaluates your player's attributes against the ideal requirements for each position in FIFA 17. Here's how the analysis works:
- Attribute Weighting: Each position has specific attributes that are most important for success. The calculator applies different weights to these attributes based on their relevance to the position.
- Score Calculation: The calculator generates a score for each position based on how well your player's attributes match the ideal requirements for that position.
- Position Recommendation: The calculator recommends the position where your player scores highest, indicating the best fit for that player.
Position Score Formula:
Score = (PAC × 0.3) + (SHO × 0.25) + (PAS × 0.2) + (DRI × 0.15) + (DEF × 0.1) + (PHY × 0.1)
Where PAC = Pace, SHO = Shooting, PAS = Passing, DRI = Dribbling, DEF = Defending, PHY = Physicality
Key Player Attributes
Understanding the key attributes for each position is crucial for making informed decisions about your team. Here are the most important attributes for each position type:
Forward Positions
- Striker (ST): Shooting, Pace, Physicality
- Left Winger (LW): Dribbling, Shooting, Pace
- Right Winger (RW): Dribbling, Shooting, Pace
Midfield Positions
- Attacking Midfielder (CAM): Passing, Dribbling, Shooting
- Central Midfielder (CM): Passing, Physicality, Defending
- Defensive Midfielder (CDM): Defending, Physicality, Passing
Defensive Positions
- Centre-Back (CB): Defending, Physicality, Passing
- Left-Back (LB): Defending, Dribbling, Physicality
- Right-Back (RB): Defending, Dribbling, Physicality
Goalkeeper (GK)
- Goalkeeper: Diving, Handling, Kicking, Reflexes, Speed, Positioning
Position Comparison
Compare how your player's attributes match the ideal requirements for different positions. This table shows the attribute weights for each position:
| Position | PAC | SHO | PAS | DRI | DEF | PHY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST | 30% | 25% | 20% | 15% | 5% | 5% |
| LW | 25% | 20% | 15% | 30% | 5% | 5% |
| RW | 25% | 20% | 15% | 30% | 5% | 5% |
| CAM | 10% | 15% | 30% | 25% | 10% | 10% |
| CM | 10% | 10% | 30% | 20% | 15% | 15% |
| CDM | 5% | 5% | 20% | 10% | 30% | 30% |
| CB | 5% | 5% | 10% | 5% | 35% | 40% |
| LB | 10% | 5% | 15% | 20% | 30% | 20% |
| RB | 10% | 5% | 15% | 20% | 30% | 20% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is the position calculator?
The calculator provides a good estimate of the best position for your player based on attribute weights. However, actual performance in-game may vary due to other factors like team chemistry, tactics, and player form.
Can I use this calculator for any FIFA 17 player?
Yes, you can use the calculator for any FIFA 17 player. Simply enter their attributes and the calculator will analyze them against the ideal requirements for each position.
How often should I re-evaluate player positions?
It's a good idea to re-evaluate player positions whenever you get new players, when your team's tactics change, or when you notice a player's performance has declined.
Does the calculator account for player form?
The calculator uses the player's base attributes, not their current form. For the most accurate results, use the calculator when the player is at their peak performance.