The FIFA 23 Team of the Week is back, meaning it’s time for the TOTW 10 predictions!
Whilst not all Leagues have resumed, most notably the Serie A & Bundesliga, there are still enough games for EA Sports FIFA to decide the best 23 performers.
However, with two of the biggest leagues still on pause, criteria for selections may be more lenient this week!
FIFA 23 TOTW 10 Predictions
Here are your TOTW 10 predictions featuring the 23 best performers over the last game week:
Starting XI
Illan Meslier – GK – 81 → 84
5 Saves & Clean Sheet / 0-0 draw against Newcastle United / 8.1 WhoScored Match Rating
The Leeds ‘keeper made 5 crucial saves as his side hung onto an important point against one of the most inform sides in the Premier League. The 22-year-old was one of the best performers of the weekend.
Connor Roberts – RB – 75 → 81
1 Goal, 1 Assist & Clean Sheet / 3-0 win against Birmingham / 8.6 WhoScored Match Rating
The Welsh fullback guided his Burnley side to a 3-0 win. His goal and assist kept Burnley top of the Championship table.
Nuno Santos – LW → LWB – 78 → 82
1 Goal, 1 Assist & Clean Sheet / 3-0 win against Pacos de Ferreira / 8.8 WhoScored Match Rating
Sead Kolašinac – LB → LWB – 75 → 81
1 Goal / 6-1 win against Toulouse / 8.3 WhoScored Match Rating
With six goals there could be a host of Marseille players in TOTW 10. However, due to the lack of quality defensive options this week, Kolašinac is our choice.
Alexandr Golovin – LM – 82 → 84
1 Goal / 1-0 win against Brest / 8.2 WhoScored Match Rating
Golovin struck a goal-of-the-season contender as Monaco secured all three points. The Russian’s long shot was the only goal of the game.
Daniel Parejo – CM – 86 → 87
1 Assist / 2-1 win against Villarreal / 7.8 WhoScored Match Rating
This matchup was included in the recent Marquee Matchups so it is clear EA Sports define this as a big game. Parejo was the best performer on the pitch and highlighted his display with an assist.
Martin Ødegaard – CAM → CM – 86 → 87
1 Goal & 1 Assist / 4-2 win against Brighton / 8.6 WhoScored Match Rating
The Norwegian led by example as he scored and assisted for his club. The young captain is flying high this season and after another strong performance, he is in contention for another TOTW item.
Ricardo Horta – CF → LM – 81 → 84
2 Goals / 3-0 win against Benfica / 8.5 WhoScored Match Rating
Braga handed Benfica their first loss of the season as Horta struck twice to give his side the three points. It was a massive win for Braga who currently sit in third place in Liga NOS.
Antoine Griezmann – ST → CAM – 85 → 86
2 Assists / 2-0 win against Elche / 7.9 WhoScored Match Rating
Griezmann has returned from the 2022 World Cup, where many say he was in contention for best player in Qatar. The Frenchman continued his impressive form picking up 2 assists against Elche.
Jack Grealish – LW – 84 → 86
2 Assists / 3-1 win against Leeds United / 7.8 WhoScored Match Rating
His first-half performance was one to forget for Grealish against Leeds. However, the former Villa attacker proved his quality by picking up 2 assists in the second half.
Kai Havertz – CAM → ST – 86 → 87
1 Goal & 1 Assist / 2-0 win against Bournemouth / 8.2 WhoScored Match Rating
Better known for playing a deeper role behind a natural No.9, Havertz proved he can be a short-term solution for the Blues at striker. 1 goal and 1 assist against Bournemouth should be enough to secure his place in TOTW 10
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Bench
Alban Lafont – GK – 80 → 83
6 Saves & Clean Sheet / 1-0 win against Auxerre / 8.3 WhoScored Match Rating
The French goalkeeper was phenomenal between the sticks as his side went on to win 1-0. Marcus Coco’s 74th-minute winner would not have been possible without the ‘keepers’ heroics.
Arthur Masuaku – LB – 75 → 81
1 Goal & Clean Sheet / 1-0 win against Adana Demirspor / 7.8 WhoScored Match Rating
Keeping a clean sheet while scoring the only goal of the game makes Masuaku a top contender for TOTW 10. Expect the DR Congo defender to feature.
Kenny Tete – RB – 74 → 80
1 Assist / 2-1 win against Southampton / 7.4 WhoScored Match Rating
While not a standout performance, with the lack of options for defensive players, one assist may be enough for Tete to feature.
Maxence Caqueret – CDM – 79 → 82
1 Goal & 1 Assist / 4-2 win against Brest / 8.3 WhoScored Match Rating
The French midfielder was amongst a number of Lyon players performing well against Brest. Lacazette and Cherki were also considered but due to Lacazette’s recent Winter Wildcard item as well as Cherki’s lower rating, we have gone for Caqueret.
Fabio Borini – LW – 75 → 81
1 Goal & 2 Assists / 4-1 win against Trabzonspor / 9.5 WhoScored Match Rating
Fabio Borini is second in the Turkish Süper Lig goalscoring charts but it was his creativity that was on display. While also scoring, the Italian assisted twice against Trabzonspor.
Sergio Araujo – ST – 75 → 81
2 Assists / 4-0 win against Volos NFC / 8.0 SofaScore Match Rating
Known more for his goals, Araujo turned creator as he picked up two assists in a 4-0 victory. The Argentine is definitely a contender for TOTW 10
Luis Openda – ST – 81 →84
1 Goal & 1 Assist / 3-1 win against PSG / 8.2 WhoScored Match Rating
RC Lens continued to shock the French league as they closed the gap to Ligue 1 leaders PSG with a huge 3-1 win. Openda’s goal and assist brought his club to four points behind PSG.
Reserves
Sacha Boey – RB – 71 → 78
1 Assist / 2-1 win against Sivasspor / 7.8 WhoScored Match Rating
Another Turkish League player is predicted for TOTW 10. The Cameroonian was voted Man-of-the-Match for his assist in Galatasaray’s win.
Morgan Whittaker – RW – 61 → 71
2 Assists & 1 Goal / 3-1 win against MK Dons / 9.1 WhoScored Match Rating
3 goal contributions should be enough for the Whittaker to make FIFA 23’s TOTW 10.
Carlton Morris – ST – 68 → 76
2 Goals & 1 Assist / 3-0 win against QPR / 9.2 WhoScored Match Rating
It is hard to tell who will get promoted from the Championship this year but if Morris can put the numbers up against QPR more frequently, Luton has a real shot at promotion.
Matt Smith – ST – 64 → 74
3 Goals / 4-1 win against Grimsby / 9.7 WhoScored Match Rating
Matt Smith struck a hattrick for Salford United which makes him one of the most likely to make the TOTW.
Cherif Ndiaye – ST – 69 → 77
2 Goals / 4-0 win against Changchun Yatai / 8.9 SofaScore Match Rating
There were plenty of goals in the Chinese Super League over the past week. Cherif Ndiaye got in on the action scoring twice in a 4-0 win.
And here is the full FIFA 23 TOTW 10 prediction:
FIFA 23 TOTW 10 Release Date & Time
FIFA 23 TOTW 10 will be revealed and released on Wednesday, 4 January, 2023 at:
- 10 AM PT
- 1 PM ET
- 6 PM GMT
It will be released in .
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