Joe Cole is a creative and technically smooth wide midfielder who excels in dribbling, link-up play, and ball control. Although he is naturally a right midfielder, his 4-star left foot can feel less reliable on the right side.And his alternatives potition is LM and CAM,So with a strong 5-star right foot, he performs more effectively when used as a LM or even as a CAM, where his shooting angles, passing, and dribbling feel more natural. While his low physicality and average pace hold him back in aggressive gameplay, he remains a solid option for skill-based and possession-focused setups, especially when deployed on the left side.