FIFA 22 Ultimate Team: The 10 Best Base Icons, Ranked

Icon cards are back in FIFA 22 Ultimate Team for their fifth iteration, allowing fans across the globe to enjoy some of the most iconic soccer players in history. While the likes of Diego Maradona and Pelé return for FIFA 22, there are also some new faces, such as Wayne Rooney and Robin van Persie.

While FUT Icon cards are all based on the best soccer players of all time, their real-life talents do not necessarily translate to the virtual field of FIFA 22. Due to the game’s meta, some Icons play better in-game than others, regardless of their stats. Base Icons are the lowest-rated versions of Icon cards, but they are still among the best cards in FUT.

10 Ferenc Puskás (89-Rated)

Considering that the FIFA award for goal of the year is named after him, it is no surprise that Puskás has a very good Icon card in FUT. The Real Madrid legend has all of the desired attributes of a top striker in FIFA 22, including 93 shooting, 90 pace, 90 dribbling, 85 passing, 73 physicality, and 4-star skills.

Puskás’ stats position him as one of the best forwards in the game and certainly as one of the best Icons. Puskás’ one shortcoming is his 3-star weak foot; however, his strong foot is so clinical that he is still one of the best Base Icons in FIFA 22.

9 Eric Cantona (88-Rated)

Cantona the King of Manchester is one of the most iconic players to play the game of soccer, so iconic that he has since appeared in movies. Collar-popped and as cool as ice, Cantona carried Manchester United to many Premier League titles. His Icon cards reflect these achievements, and his Base Icon is one of the best in FIFA 22.

Cantona’s card is very well-rounded, with 90 dribbling, 90 physical, 88 shooting, 87 pace, 87 passing, 5-star skills, and 4-star weak foot. These stats are just incredible and position Cantona as one of the best players in the game.

8 Ronaldinho (89-Rated)

No number of superlatives can capture Ronaldinho’s brilliance on the soccer pitch; he was simply spectacular. Ronaldinho could do things with a soccer ball that challenged the laws of physics, which is why he is an Icon on FUT.

Ronaldinho’s Base Icon card is certainly representative of his real-life talent, making it one of the best in FIFA 22. His card is one of the best CAMs in the game, with 90 dribbling, 88 passing, 85 shooting, 80 pace, 77 physicality, 5-star skills, and 4-star weak foot.

7 Patrick Vieira (86-Rated)

Viera etched his name into the soccer history books after captaining Arsenal to Premier League glory in the 03/04 season. Arsenal went unbeaten in that season, and Viera’s incredible performances and strong leadership contributed to this historic achievement.

Viera’s Base Icon card is infamous within the FIFA community for being utterly incredible in-game, despite its relatively low overall rating of 86. However, Viera’s Base Icon stats are still very good, with 89 physicality, 86 defending, 81 pace, 80 passing, 79 dribbling, and 75 shooting. These attributes are ideal for a CDM, so it is no surprise that Viera is one of the best players in FIFA 22.

6 Diego Maradona (91-Rated)

The late Maradona is widely considered to be the best soccer player of all time, and his talents have certainly been recognized by EA sports, who have given him a fantastic set of FUT Icon cards. His Base Icon is one of the best in the game, and any manager that is lucky enough to see the Argentinian walk out of the preview pack would be delighted.

Maradona’s Base Icon card stats are incredible, with 94 dribbling, 93 pace, 87 shooting, 87 passing, 76 physicality, and 5-star skills. He is undoubtedly one of the best players in FIFA 22.

5 Ronaldo (90-Rated)

Not to be confused with Cristiano Ronaldo, who is currently one of the best players in the Premier League; Ronaldo was the Brazilian striker who is considered to be one of the greatest soccer players of all time.

Ronaldo’s FUT Base Icon card is one of the most coveted cards in FIFA 22 because it is one of the best strikers in the game. It is the ideal striker card for FIFA 22’s meta, with 94 pace, 91 dribbling, 90 shooting, 77 passing, 72 physicality, 4-star skills, and 4-star weak foot.

4 Zinedine Zidane (91-Rated)

Zidane is one of the most decorated soccer players in history, having won a world cup, a Ballon d’Or, and multiple club-level trophies. Zidane played a vital role in all of his team’s success and is widely considered to be one of the best soccer players ever.

Zidane’s FUT Icon cards certainly reflect his real-life quality, and his Base Icon is no exception. His Base Icon card is extremely well-rounded, with 91 passing, 90 dribbling, 86 shooting, 84 pace, 81 physicality, 73 defending, 5-star skills, and 5-star weak foot. These stats are perfect for any position on FIFA 22’s virtual soccer field, making Zidane one of the best players in the game.

3 Johan Cruyff (89-Rated)

Three-time Ballon d’Or winner Cruyff is one of the most influential figures in soccer, both as a player and a manager. Cruyff is the inventor of new skill moves, playstyles, and whole soccer philosophies, so it is only fitting that his FIFA 22 icon cards are as amazing as he was.

Cruyff’s Base Icon is one of the best in the game, with 92 pace, 92 dribbling, 87 shooting, 85 passing, 70 physicality, 5-star skills, and 5-star weak foot. Cruyff’s stats are ideal for a forward player and make him one of the most formidable Base Icons.

2 Pelé (91-Rated)

Pelé is the only player ever to have won three FIFA World Cup competitions, which is why he is largely considered to be the greatest soccer player of all time. Pelé is truly an icon, having revolutionized soccer and making it a global game.

Pelé’s Base Icon card certainly does the man justice, and it is one of the best Base Icons in FIFA 22. His Base Icon stats are 94 pace, 93 dribbling, 89 shooting, 88 passing, 73 physical, 5-star skills, and 4-star weak foot, making him one of the best players in Ultimate Team.

1 Eusébio (89-Rated)

Eusébio enjoyed an incredible soccer career, winning a European Cup with Benfica as well as a Ballon d’Or in 1965. He was ahead of his time as a soccer player, showcasing great technical skills before it was mainstream. Famed for his pace and deadly finishing ability, it is no surprise that Eusébio’s FUT card is the best Base Icon striker in FIFA 22.

Eusébio ticks every manager’s box in terms of what makes the perfect striker in FIFA 22, which is why he is the best Base Icon in the game. His card has 95 pace, 91 shooting, 90 dribbling, 82 passing, 78 physicality, 4-star skills, and 5-star weak foot.