Lionel Messi vs Paulinho in eFootball 2026
Lionel Messi is rated 96 and Paulinho is rated 95 as SSs in eFootball 2026. Lionel Messi has the higher value in 11 of the compared stats (notably Ball Control, Dribbling, Tight Possession), and Paulinho in 8 (notably Offensive Awareness, Speed, Acceleration). On overall rating, Lionel Messi is the stronger card.
| Stat | Lionel Messi | Paulinho |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 96 | 95 |
| Potential | 101 | 99 |
| Offensive Awareness | 80 | 87 |
| Ball Control | 90 | 87 |
| Dribbling | 90 | 86 |
| Tight Possession | 90 | 84 |
| Low Pass | 89 | 78 |
| Lofted Pass | 86 | 69 |
| Finishing | 91 | 86 |
| Heading | 56 | 55 |
| Place Kicking | 88 | 64 |
| Curl | 90 | 75 |
| Speed | 69 | 88 |
| Acceleration | 86 | 90 |
| Kicking Power | 78 | 78 |
| Jump | 54 | 67 |
| Physical Contact | 56 | 74 |
| Balance | 90 | 84 |
| Stamina | 72 | 71 |
| Defensive Awareness | 47 | 54 |
| Ball Winning | 50 | 58 |
| Aggression | 54 | 62 |
| Height (cm) | 170 | 174 |
| Age | 38 | 25 |
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Frequently asked questions
Who is better in eFootball, Lionel Messi or Paulinho?
Lionel Messi is rated 96 and Paulinho is rated 95 as SSs in eFootball 2026. Lionel Messi has the higher value in 11 of the compared stats (notably Ball Control, Dribbling, Tight Possession), and Paulinho in 8 (notably Offensive Awareness, Speed, Acceleration). On overall rating, Lionel Messi is the stronger card.
Is Lionel Messi faster than Paulinho in eFootball?
Paulinho is faster: Speed 88 against 69.
Which cards are compared on this page?
The best card of each player in the current eFootball database: Lionel Messi (96 overall) and Paulinho (95 overall).
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