The best EA Sports FC 24 Pacey Protector Evolution players have the potential to transform your defensive line in Ultimate Team. Whether you're looking to upgrade your starter team in EA Sports FC 24 or add another strong signing to an already stacked club, some Evolutions stand out from the crowd.
Over the course of Season 1, the Pacey Protector Evolution is one way of earning some of the very best defenders without spending your hard-earned coins.
Before we check out the best EA Sports FC 24 Pacey Protector Evolution players, take a look at our other guides showcasing the best Founders Evolution players and all of the Icons available in-game.
How to upgrade EA Sports FC 24 Pacey Protector Evolution players
Upgrading whichever EA Sports FC 24 Pacey Protector player you choose is a straightforward process. Here's a full list of challenges you need to complete in order for the player to receive upgrades:
- Level 1: Win 2 squad battles (rivals or champions) matches on a minimum of Semi-Pro difficulty using the active Evolution player in-game.
- Level 2: Win 3 squad battles (rivals or champions) matches on a minimum of Semi-Pro difficulty using the active Evolution player in-game.
Who are the best EA Sports FC 24 Pacey Protector Evolution players?
Considering there are thousands of players eligible to receive a Pacey Protector Evolution, it's often tricky to find the players capable of standing out from the crowd and withstanding any meta changes. After comparing most of the eligible players, we've found the top five that are worth evolving.
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+ 5Samuel Umtiti
Although Umtiti features a fairly average overall rating, completing the Evolutions gives him a huge pace upgrade along with increases in defensive and physical statistics. The French connection also means you can link him to the likes of Mbappe and Benzema.
click to enlarge + 5Nikola Milenkovic
Fiorentina's central defender is an excellent addition to any Serie A squad. With nearly 80 pace and 88 physical to his name, there's a high chance he'll be one of the fastest defenders able to keep up with any pacey strikers attempting to break through on goal.
click to enlarge + 5Kurt Zouma
The second French defender in our top five EA Sports FC 24 Pacey Protector Evolutions is Kurt Zouma. By completing both Evolutions, the Frenchman receives a hefty pace upgrade along with physical stats that almost reach 90.
click to enlarge + 5Giorgio Chiellini
The Italian stalwart is also eligible for an EA Sports FC 24 Pacey Protector Evolution upgrade! Now playing for Los Angeles FC, he now links up with Lionel Messi and is more than capable of stopping any opposing striker thanks to 84 defending and 87 physical.
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The fifth and final EA Sports FC 24 Pacey Protector Evolution we've selected is Liverpool's Joel Matip. Although there are other players containing higher stats, Matip is an excellent all-rounder and also contains Premier League links that are bound to prove useful when building a squad.
That's all there is to know about the best EA Sports FC 24 Pacey Protector Evolution players! For more, take a look at our guides showcasing the latest TOTW and how to defend with maximum efficiency.
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