The FC 27 player ratings have arrived, and the release of the Top 27 has already given Ultimate Team players plenty to discuss. While ratings are designed to reflect real-world performances, the final numbers naturally create debate among fans, especially when major stars receive unexpected upgrades or drops.
At the top of the men’s rankings, Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland share the highest rating at 91 OVR. Several elite players follow closely at 90, including Rodri, Ousmane Dembélé, Vitinha, Harry Kane, Michael Olise, Pedri, Lamine Yamal, Thibaut Courtois and Jude Bellingham.
For Ultimate Team players looking at FIFA 27 Coins for sale, these ratings are more than just numbers. They can affect the early market, squad building decisions and which players become attractive options during the opening weeks.
Mbappé and Haaland Share the Top Spot
Mbappé and Haaland both receive 91 OVR in FC 27, but their cards represent completely different attacking styles.
Mbappé has an outstanding 96 Pace and 92 Dribbling, combined with 91 Shooting. That combination makes him one of the most dangerous attacking players in the launch database.
Haaland is less focused on speed and agility, but his 92 Shooting and 89 Physical make him a completely different type of striker. His 87 Pace is still strong for a player of his size, while his physical attributes give him an obvious advantage in direct attacking situations.
The 90-Rated Group Is Packed With Talent
The 90 OVR group is particularly interesting because it includes players from several different positions.
Rodri provides a high-rated defensive midfield option, while Bellingham offers a more versatile midfield profile. Pedri and Vitinha represent technical midfield play, while Yamal and Dembélé provide elite attacking ability.
Dembélé and Yamal are especially notable because both have 93 Dribbling, putting them among the best dribblers in the entire FC 27 database.
Harry Kane is another unusual case. His 90 OVR card does not rely on pace, but his 94 Shooting is the highest shooting rating in FC 27. That makes him an interesting choice for players who prefer finishing ability over explosive movement.
Messi Remains Among the Elite
Lionel Messi receives 89 OVR in FC 27 and remains inside the men’s Top 27.
Although he is no longer competing for the highest overall rating, his inclusion alongside several 90-rated players shows that his technical quality remains highly rated. Messi’s position in the rankings is also likely to generate discussion because FC 27 players tend to judge cards not only by OVR but also by specific attributes and playstyles.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Rating Creates Debate
Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the biggest talking points outside the Top 27. His FC 27 base card is rated 84 OVR with 67 Pace, 88 Shooting, 78 Dribbling and 75 Physical. His 89 Positioning, 89 Finishing and 90 Shot Power remain strong, but his pace is significantly lower than the versions many players remember from earlier FC titles.
That creates an interesting contrast. Ronaldo is no longer an obvious pace-based striker, but his shooting, positioning, heading and physical attributes still give the card a clear role for players who prefer a traditional finisher.
Which Ratings Matter Most in Ultimate Team?
Overall rating is useful, but it should not be the only factor when building a squad.
Players should also look at:
- Pace for attackers and wide players
- Shooting and finishing for strikers
- Dribbling for players operating in tight spaces
- Passing for midfielders
- Defensive attributes for centre-backs and defensive midfielders
- Physical attributes for players involved in direct battles
The official FC 27 ratings database shows Mbappé as the fastest player among the featured stars with 96 Pace, while Kane leads the overall database in Shooting at 94. Dembélé and Yamal share 93 Dribbling.
Ratings Will Shape the Early Meta
The Top 27 reveal gives players a clear picture of the highest-rated base cards, but OVR alone will not determine which players dominate Ultimate Team. Position, attributes, PlayStyles, work rates and individual gameplay preferences will all influence how valuable a card feels in actual matches.
For players managing their Fut 27 Coins carefully, the smartest approach is to compare the complete card rather than automatically chasing the highest overall. A lower-rated player with outstanding pace, dribbling or defensive statistics can sometimes fit a squad better than a more famous 90-rated card.
FC 27’s ratings have already created plenty of discussion, but the most interesting part will be seeing how these numbers translate into actual Ultimate Team squads. Mbappé and Haaland start as the joint 91-rated leaders, while the crowded 90-rated group gives players plenty of alternatives across different positions.