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Carl McHugh Career Mode Potential

Sligo Rovers BadgeSligo Rovers
Rep. Ireland Premier Division (1) LogoRep. Ireland Premier Division (1)
Republic of Ireland FlagRepublic of Ireland
68
OVR
68
POT

Player Info

NameCarl McHugh
PositionCDM
Alt. PositionsCBCM
Age33
Preferred FootLeft
Date of Birth6 Feb 1993
Height182cm (6' 0")
Weight85kg (187 lbs)
Body TypeAvg & Normal
Skill Moves
Weak Foot
International reputation
Player ID204787

Carl McHugh Career Mode rating and potential

Carl McHugh is a development CDM for Sligo Rovers in Rep. Ireland Premier Division (1). At 68 overall with 68 potential, he has solid potential and profiles as a squad option in Career Mode. His strongest area is physicality, making him especially useful for teams that need quality in that part of the pitch.

Strengths
    Weaknesses
    • Passing may limit midfield control
    Best For

      Current Club

      Value€600k
      Wage€1k
      Kit Number16
      Joined2nd January 2026
      Contract Expiry2027

      Career Mode Growth Curve

      This player is close to their expected development curve.

      Normal
      Curve Status
      On Curve
      Forward / Striker
      Expected OVR
      67.3
      Estimated rating for age
      Curve Gap
      +0.7
      Current OVR vs expected
      Peak Window
      28–32
      Typical peak age range
      Potential Progress
      100%
      +0 OVR remaining

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      Players similar to Carl McHugh in Career Mode, based on position, age, overall rating, potential and key attributes.

      Key Attributes

      Pace
      41
      Shooting
      52
      Passing
      61
      Dribbling
      63
      Defending
      67
      Physical
      76

      All Attributes

      Pace
      53
      Acceleration
      32
      Sprint Speed
      Shooting
      52
      Finishing
      51
      Positioning
      54
      Shot Power
      49
      Long Shots
      60
      Penalties
      42
      Volleys
      Passing
      54
      Vision
      57
      Crossing
      59
      FK Accuracy
      65
      Long Passing
      65
      Short Passing
      60
      Curve
      Dribbling
      68
      Agility
      65
      Balance
      60
      Reactions
      72
      Composure
      66
      Ball Control
      58
      Dribbling
      Defending
      67
      Interceptions
      65
      Heading Acc..
      67
      Def Aware..
      68
      Stand Tackle
      68
      Sliding Tackle
      Physical
      80
      Jumping
      81
      Stamina
      76
      Strength
      69
      Aggression
      Goalkeeping
      7
      Diving
      12
      Handling
      14
      Kicking
      15
      Positioning
      7
      Reflexes

      PlayStyles

      Intercept PlayStyleIntercept
      Aerial Fortress PlayStyleAerial Fortress

      Roles

      CDM
      Centre-Half+
      CDM
      Deep-Lying Playmaker+
      CB
      Ball-Playing Defender+
      CM
      Box-to-Box+

      Positional Ratings

      ST
      84
      LW
      78
      RW
      78
      CAM
      78
      CM
      78
      LM
      78
      RM
      78
      CDM
      78
      CB
      78
      LB
      78
      RB
      78

      FAQ

      What is Carl McHugh's Career Mode potential?+

      Carl McHugh has 68 potential in Career Mode, starting from an overall rating of 68.

      How much can Carl McHugh grow?+

      Carl McHugh can grow by 0 overall, from 68 to 68 potential.

      What is Carl McHugh's best position?+

      Carl McHugh's main position is CDM. He can also play CB, CM.

      Is Carl McHugh good in Career Mode?+

      Carl McHugh is a strong Career Mode option for teams needing a CDM. At 68 overall with 68 potential, he is best suited to clubs that need quality now with some room to grow.

      What are Carl McHugh's strongest attributes?+

      Carl McHugh's strongest areas are Physical (76) and Defending (67), making him especially useful in roles that suit those strengths.

      Carl McHugh Career Mode Potential, Rating & Growth