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Professor of Passing with Both Feet! Analyzing Toni Kroos' 6 Popular Seasons
Very popular in Real Madrid, Munich, and Germany
Analysis of the top 6 seasons' usage rate, performance, and purchase points
All-around Kroos
Pros: Possesses both Flair and Pass Master, stable defensive stats.
Cons: Still lacking in dribbling feel, low finishing ability.
Currently, the most popular season among the hot midfielder Toni Kroos is none other than DC.
Even looking at all of Kroos' seasons, it's not easy to find a card as complete as this one. It not only possesses both 'Finesse Shot' and 'Pass Master' traits, but also has decent shooting ability. In addition, the defensive stats are quite high for this player, so you can expect relatively stable performance even in the defensive midfielder position.
If I had to pick a disadvantage, it would be that there is no big change in the dribbling feel itself. Originally, Kroos was subtly divided in preferences due to his unique stiff dribbling feel, but it has not been greatly improved in the DC season. In addition, the lower finishing ability compared to the CC season is also worth mentioning. However, since the player himself is not suitable for CAM, it is not such a disappointing part.
It can be used sufficiently not only in the defensive midfielder position but also in CM. It's not for nothing that it's a hot card these days, and if you have a Real Madrid, Munich, or German team color, it's also an option to consider first. However, since there is a 24TOTY 3 card in the 200 billion BP range or less, it is recommended to use a 5 card if possible.
It's a shame there's no Finesse Shot, but the performance is not lacking
Pros: High finishing stat, good price accessibility.
Cons: Does not have the Finesse Shot trait.
Next, the CC season is running as a two-horse race with DC, recording the second highest usage rate.
First of all, the high finishing stat is very noticeable. It is a whopping 6 higher than the current top season, 24TOTY. Of course, Toni Kroos himself is not suitable for the central attacking midfielder position, so it is not so effective, but it can be said to be meaningful because there are quite a few situations where you have to decide in the box after infiltrating the second line.
However, it is a pity that there is no 'Finesse Shot' trait. Originally, he is a player who is good at curling shots, but it is still disappointing if he doesn't have it.
If you are going to use it, it is more suitable for the central midfielder because the finishing stat is high and the defensive stat is not stable. Of course, Toni Kroos is physically okay to some extent, so it's okay to use him as a defensive midfielder. However, it is recommended to use it as a two-defensive midfielder rather than a one-defensive midfielder, and you should use at least an +5 card.
Technical Professor
Pros: Definitely different dribbling feel.
Cons: Does not have the Finesse Shot trait.
The most recently released card and the 24TOTY-Toni Kroos, which came out as a TOTY season, not a TOTY Nominee.
If I were to mention the most differentiated advantage of this card, it is definitely the improved dribbling feel. Even when CC and DC were released, Kroos' unique dull dribbling feel was not improved at all, but it was finally improved when it came out as a TOTY season. Of course, it may be a bit disappointing in absolute terms, and it is the best in the Kroos season, but it is quite meaningful in that it is possible to escape the press in the midfield with dribbling.
In addition, the passing, shooting, and defensive abilities are also good, so if I had to pick one disappointing thing, it would be that he does not have the 'Finesse Shot' trait. Of course, Kroos is fundamentally good at curling shots, but the absence of this trait in the top season, TOTY, is disappointing.
It is best to use a +5 card, but even if you use a +3 card that costs less than 200 billion BP, it will do its job sufficiently. Of course, the stat numbers are not that high, so it may be a bit disappointing, but it is enough to use it threateningly. It is a very suitable resource for not only defensive midfielders but also central midfielders. However, it is still not enough to use it as a CAM.
Cost-effective and stylish
Pros: Good cost-effectiveness.
Cons: Disappointing defensive stats.
HG-Kroos, who was once the top player, recorded a smooth 4th place in usage rate.
In the days of the top player, the price was quite high, so it was burdensome to use, but now it is very cheap and cost-effective. It is also an advantage that it has not only good shooting stats but also both 'Finesse Shot' and 'Pass Master' traits.
However, if you look at the defensive stats, it is true that it is disappointing compared to the recent Kroos. In addition, core stats such as balance and composure are not as high as you might think.
If you are making a cost-effective Real Madrid, Munich, or German squad, it is an option that you can recommend without any problems. It is most suitable for central midfielders, and even though the defensive stats are disappointing, it is not so uncomfortable if you form a two-defensive midfielder line with a good defensive midfielder partner.
The only CDM Kroos with a preferred position
Pros: Good price accessibility, stable defensive stats compared to overall.
Cons: Disappointing shooting ability, no Finesse Shot.
EBS-Toni Kroos is the only one whose preferred position is CDM.
As it is written as CDM on the card, the defensive stats are quite good compared to the overall. If you receive a full team chemistry with a +7 card, the tackle, interception, and man-marking stats are all over 120. In addition, the weight is 78kg, which is 2KG higher than the general body specs, so it shows more stable performance in physical fights.
Instead, there is one fatal flaw: the shooting ability is disappointing. In particular, the shot power stat is very lacking, so you can definitely feel that the ball is not powered well in the game. The long-range shot quality of the second-line defensive midfielder is a very important part of the current meta where 10 backs are often seen, so it is quite disappointing considering this.
If you want a cost-effective Kroos that is optimized for defense or suitable for a one-defensive midfielder, we recommend the EBS season. And it is recommended to use at least a +7 card if possible.
You can now buy a +8 card right away
Pros: Good cost-effectiveness for +8 card, stable core stats.
Cons: Slightly disappointing shooting ability.
MC-Kroos is currently quite popular in the +8 card squad.
At one time, it was really difficult to get an MC-Kroos +8 card, but now you can easily get it for less than 500 billion BP. If you receive the +8 card chemistry, the stats are not particularly lacking compared to the +5 card of the top season Kroos, and it is especially impressive that core stats such as composure and balance are well captured even though it is an old season. In addition, it also has both 'Finesse Shot' and 'Pass Master' traits.
A disappointing point is the low shot power stat compared to the overall. However, it is not a low number at all in absolute terms, and if you use it in the Munich chemistry that can receive +3 shot power, you can sufficiently compensate for this part.
If you want to fill one spot for a good central midfielder in a Real Madrid, Munich, or German +8 card squad, we highly recommend it.
FC Online InvenReporter Kim Pil-jae
2024-02-21