Technical full-back who advances possession through carries, combinations or movement into midfield.
PLAYING STYLEAdjusts between the touchline and inside lane according to the winger’s position, then recovers quickly after possession changes.
FM26 TACTICAL FITUse as a Full-Back on support or Inverted Wing-Back according to the winger ahead. Build clear passing triangles and protect the channel whenever the role moves beyond the ball.
A high-level full-back assessed for wide progression, defensive recovery and compatibility with different build-up shapes.
STRENGTHSMobility; wide support.
RISKSAmbitious progression becomes vulnerable when receiving angles disappear or the rest-defence structure is not prepared for a central turnover.
DEVELOPMENT AREASBalance final-third contribution with transition positioning, back-post awareness and variation between overlapping and inside movement.
OUTLOOKHigh-upside FM26 profile with immediate squad value and substantial room to grow in a well-matched role.
FM26 SYSTEM FIT
How to use Omar El Hilali
Use as a Full-Back on support or Inverted Wing-Back according to the winger ahead. Build clear passing triangles and protect the channel whenever the role moves beyond the ball.
PRIMARY SYSTEMBuild from the back / controlled possessionSUGGESTED ROLEInverted Wing-Back · SupportKEY TEAM INSTRUCTIONCreate secure passing angles and a stable rest-defence structure.