Less likely to get injured. Recovers faster

Player gets 0.5 ball passing bonus, other players are more likely to pass to him. Is more likely to pass the ball when he has it.

Player gets a defensive bonus when another player tries to steal the ball from him.

Player gets 1 ball passing-bonus, or can use blocking, dueling or scoring when taking a corner or free-kick.

Player commits fewer fouls and gets fewer yellow or red cards