115 OVR Ragnarok After Daybreak Zlatan Ibrahimović Player Review
Written by Sloane FC • Aug 1, 2025Zlatan Ibrahimović Player Review
Pros
Surprising Pace for His Profile: His speed is notably good for a tall striker. While not blistering fast like smaller STs, his acceleration and sprinting allow him to make powerful forward runs. He’s effective during counters and through-ball situations, often outpacing defenders in straight-line runs.
5★ Skill Moves - High Utility: Having full access to all skill moves, including Elastico, Rainbow, Roulette, and Lane Change, gives him a big edge. His skill moves are smooth for his size, and he can create space against tight defenses.
Powerful & Precise Shooting: He hits the ball cleanly with both power and accuracy. His strong foot delivers thunderous shots from inside and outside the box. He’s capable of netting long rangers and near-post finishes with ease.
Finesse Shot Threat: His finesse shots are extremely reliable when cutting in or bending around defenders. Combined with the Finesse Shot trait, this makes him lethal at the top of the box.
Elite Positioning & Off-the-Ball Movement: His movement is sharp. He constantly finds space, makes timed runs behind defenders, and positions himself perfectly for rebounds and cutbacks. His off-ball presence is top-tier.
Strong Reaction & Finishing in the Box: He’s aggressive in closing down loose balls and converts half-chances quickly. Whether it’s a rebound or a fast turn and shoot, he reacts instantly.
Passing & Playmaking Capabilities: Unusual for a striker of his profile, Zlatan delivers surprisingly accurate short passes and through balls. He can link play and assist regularly, making him useful in both scoring and build-up roles.
Physical Dominance: At 6'5", Zlatan is a beast physically. He holds off defenders with ease, shields the ball well under pressure, and often muscles his way through tight duels. Aerially, he’s also reliable with solid heading and jumping.
Versatile in Formations: Works well in both solo and dual striker systems. As a lone striker, he plays the target-man role effectively. In dual setups, he thrives when paired with a more agile or pace-focused ST.
Stamina is Reliable: He can comfortably play around 70–75 minutes at high intensity, making him viable for most competitive matches without needing early substitution.
Effective Skill Moves: His Roulette, Elastico, and Lane Change Direction work well, even against top-tier CBs. Despite his size, he can execute them efficiently and stun defenders.
Cons
4★ Weak Foot Limitation: While still functional, the lack of a 5★ weak foot restricts him in tight finishing scenarios. You may notice some missed chances on his weaker foot, especially under pressure.
Dribbling in Tight Spaces: His tall stature and body type make him feel slightly heavy on turns and close control. While his dribbling is serviceable, he doesn’t feel as fluid as shorter meta attackers like Ginola or Neymar.
Not Ideal for Fast-Touch Combos:
Players who rely heavily on constant directional switches and ultra-fast joystick movements may feel his responsiveness isn’t elite in crowded spaces.
Conclusion
Zlatan is a powerhouse with an impressive combination of pace, physicality, skill, and clinical finishing. He feels dominant in most match situations and thrives when used as a central striker. While he lacks a 5★ weak foot and elite agility, he more than makes up for it with raw strength, shooting power, and intelligent positioning.
Rating: 9.6/10