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Chicago Fire FC BadgeChicago Fire FC
USA Major League Soccer (1) LogoUSA Major League Soccer (1)
Canada FlagCanada
68
OVR
68
POT

Player Info

NameJoel Waterman
PositionCB
Alt. PositionsRBCDMCM
Age30
Preferred FootRight
Date of Birth25 Jan 1996
Height185cm (6' 1")
Weight75kg (165 lbs)
Body TypeTall & Normal
Skill Moves
Weak Foot
International reputation
Player ID255956

Joel Waterman Career Mode rating and potential

Joel Waterman is a development CB for Chicago Fire FC in USA Major League Soccer (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
      Best For

        Current Club

        Value€1m
        Wage€4k
        Kit Number16
        Joined21st August 2025
        Contract Expiry2027

        National Team

        Kit Number5

        Career Mode Growth Curve

        This player is close to their expected development curve.

        Normal
        Curve Status
        On Curve
        Forward / Striker
        Expected OVR
        68
        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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        Expected OVR

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        Curve Gap

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        Growth Outlook

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        Peak Window

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        Similar Players

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

        Key Attributes

        Pace
        43
        Shooting
        42
        Passing
        58
        Dribbling
        50
        Defending
        68
        Physical
        74

        All Attributes

        Pace
        34
        Acceleration
        50
        Sprint Speed
        Shooting
        45
        Finishing
        45
        Positioning
        59
        Shot Power
        17
        Long Shots
        64
        Penalties
        22
        Volleys
        Passing
        60
        Vision
        39
        Crossing
        24
        FK Accuracy
        73
        Long Passing
        71
        Short Passing
        28
        Curve
        Dribbling
        32
        Agility
        32
        Balance
        69
        Reactions
        54
        Composure
        58
        Ball Control
        49
        Dribbling
        Defending
        70
        Interceptions
        61
        Heading Acc..
        70
        Def Aware..
        68
        Stand Tackle
        62
        Sliding Tackle
        Physical
        65
        Jumping
        68
        Stamina
        78
        Strength
        73
        Aggression
        Goalkeeping
        6
        Diving
        7
        Handling
        10
        Kicking
        11
        Positioning
        11
        Reflexes

        PlayStyles

        Roles

        CB
        Ball-Playing Defender+
        CB
        Defender+
        RB
        Inverted Wingback
        CDM
        Centre-Half+

        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 Joel Waterman's Career Mode potential?+

        Joel Waterman has 68 potential in Career Mode, starting from an overall rating of 68.

        How much can Joel Waterman grow?+

        Joel Waterman can grow by 0 overall, from 68 to 68 potential.

        What is Joel Waterman's best position?+

        Joel Waterman's main position is CB. He can also play RB, CDM, CM.

        Is Joel Waterman good in Career Mode?+

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

        What are Joel Waterman's strongest attributes?+

        Joel Waterman's strongest areas are Physical (74) and Defending (68), making him especially useful in roles that suit those strengths.

        Joel Waterman Career Mode Potential, Rating & Growth