Gvardiol stands out with excellent pace for a centre-back. His acceleration and top speed allow him to keep up with quick attackers, making him especially useful against teams that rely on through balls or pace-heavy forwards.

For a centre-back, Gvardiol has above-average ball control and passing ability. He’s comfortable in possession and capable of initiating build-up play from the back.

Gvardiol is quick to anticipate and respond to developing situations. Whether it’s an unexpected bounce, deflection, or a sudden change in the opponent’s movement.

Defensively, Gvardiol is very well-rounded. He combines strong tackling with solid positioning, good marking, and excellent interception timing.

He’s a physically dominant defender, strong, aggressive, and capable of outmuscling attackers.

With the Power Header trait, Gvardiol becomes a real threat during attacking and defensive set pieces.