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Daniel Popa Career Mode Potential

Metaloglobus București BadgeMetaloglobus București
Romania Liga I (1) LogoRomania Liga I (1)
Romania FlagRomania
65
OVR
65
POT

Player Info

NameDaniel Popa
PositionST
Alt. PositionsLM
Age30
Preferred FootRight
Date of Birth15 Jul 1995
Height186cm (6' 1")
Weight83kg (183 lbs)
Body TypeTall & Normal
Skill Moves
Weak Foot
International reputation
Player ID246560

Daniel Popa Career Mode rating and potential

Daniel Popa is a development ST for Metaloglobus București in Romania Liga I (1). At 65 overall with 65 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
  • Strong physical presence
Weaknesses
  • Limited defensive contribution
  • Finishing may need development
Best For

    Current Club

    Value€700k
    Wage€1k
    Kit Number29
    Joined14th February 2026
    Contract Expiry2028

    Career Mode Growth Curve

    This player is close to their expected development curve.

    Normal
    Curve Status
    On Curve
    Forward / Striker
    Expected OVR
    65
    Estimated rating for age
    Curve Gap
    0
    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 Daniel Popa in Career Mode, based on position, age, overall rating, potential and key attributes.

    Key Attributes

    Pace
    70
    Shooting
    63
    Passing
    57
    Dribbling
    60
    Defending
    25
    Physical
    81

    All Attributes

    Pace
    68
    Acceleration
    72
    Sprint Speed
    Shooting
    63
    Finishing
    63
    Positioning
    71
    Shot Power
    56
    Long Shots
    69
    Penalties
    52
    Volleys
    Passing
    57
    Vision
    55
    Crossing
    40
    FK Accuracy
    52
    Long Passing
    63
    Short Passing
    50
    Curve
    Dribbling
    58
    Agility
    50
    Balance
    62
    Reactions
    60
    Composure
    61
    Ball Control
    60
    Dribbling
    Defending
    19
    Interceptions
    67
    Heading Acc..
    42
    Def Aware..
    10
    Stand Tackle
    16
    Sliding Tackle
    Physical
    80
    Jumping
    78
    Stamina
    81
    Strength
    85
    Aggression
    Goalkeeping
    7
    Diving
    9
    Handling
    10
    Kicking
    10
    Positioning
    12
    Reflexes

    PlayStyles

    Relentless PlayStyleRelentless
    Enforcer PlayStyleEnforcer

    Roles

    ST
    Advanced Forward+

    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 Daniel Popa's Career Mode potential?+

    Daniel Popa has 65 potential in Career Mode, starting from an overall rating of 65.

    How much can Daniel Popa grow?+

    Daniel Popa can grow by 0 overall, from 65 to 65 potential.

    What is Daniel Popa's best position?+

    Daniel Popa's main position is ST. He can also play LM.

    Is Daniel Popa good in Career Mode?+

    Daniel Popa is a strong Career Mode option for teams needing a ST. At 65 overall with 65 potential, he is best suited to clubs that need quality now with some room to grow.

    What are Daniel Popa's strongest attributes?+

    Daniel Popa's strongest areas are Physical (81) and Pace (70), making him especially useful in roles that suit those strengths.

    Daniel Popa Career Mode Potential, Rating & Growth