Plays better in tournament matches but slightly worse in other matches (league, friendly, interlands and qualifications). The bonus is twice (and adds to) the home advantage, the penalty is only equal to the home advantage.

Team earns fanclub members when this player plays a competitive match. The first popular player in a match gives 20 fanclub members, the second 12, then 8, 5, 3 and finally just 1 per player. Each popular player that doesn't play costs your team 5 fanclub members. Has no effect in U21 matches and friendlies.

Is more likely to intercept a cross or a shot at goal when he is in the same square as the shooter, but outside the penalty area, or in corner situations anywhere.

Player commits fewer fouls and gets fewer yellow or red cards