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Niall Thom Career Mode Potential

Brisbane Roar BadgeBrisbane Roar
Australia A-League (1) LogoAustralia A-League (1)
Australia FlagAustralia
53
OVR
64
POT

Player Info

NameNiall Thom
PositionST
Alt. Positions
Age19
Preferred FootRight
Date of Birth11 Aug 2006
Height186cm (6' 1")
Weight76kg (168 lbs)
Body TypeTall & Lean
Skill Moves
Weak Foot
International reputation
Player ID84502

Niall Thom Career Mode rating and potential

Niall Thom is a development ST for Brisbane Roar in Australia A-League (1). At 53 overall with 64 potential, he has solid potential and profiles as a wonderkid in Career Mode. His strongest area is physicality, making him especially useful for teams that need quality in that part of the pitch.

Strengths
  • High growth potential
Weaknesses
  • Limited defensive contribution
  • May struggle physically
  • Finishing may need development
Best For
  • Long-term Career Mode projects
  • Lower-budget development saves

Current Club

Value€200k
Wage€750
Kit Number39
Joined2nd January 2026
Contract Expiry2027

Career Mode Growth Curve

This player is ahead of their expected development curve, so growth may slow down.

Reduced
Curve Status
Far Ahead Curve
Forward / Striker
Expected OVR
47.4
Estimated rating for age
Curve Gap
+5.6
Current OVR vs expected
Peak Window
28–32
Typical peak age range
Potential Progress
83%
+11 OVR remaining

Understanding the Career Mode growth curve

CareerScout compares a player's current rating against where they would normally be expected to be based on their age, position and potential. This helps show whether a player is developing ahead of schedule, roughly as expected, or still has room to catch up.

Expected OVR

Expected OVR is the rating CareerScout estimates the player would usually have at their current age, based on their position and potential. If their current rating is higher than this, they are ahead of their curve. If it is lower, they may still have more room to grow.

Curve Gap

Curve Gap is the difference between the player's current OVR and their expected OVR. A negative number means they are below the expected curve. A positive number means they are ahead of it.

Growth Outlook

Growth Outlook estimates whether a player's development may be boosted, normal or reduced compared to their expected curve. Players below their expected curve may grow faster, while players far ahead of it may slow down.

Peak Window

Peak Window shows the age range where players in that position usually reach their highest development level. For example, wingers tend to peak earlier than goalkeepers.

These values are estimates based on Career Mode development patterns. They are designed to help compare players and identify good long-term signings, but actual growth can still be affected by playtime, training, form and injuries.

Similar Players

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

Key Attributes

Pace
56
Shooting
55
Passing
40
Dribbling
49
Defending
19
Physical
57

All Attributes

Pace
57
Acceleration
55
Sprint Speed
Shooting
61
Finishing
54
Positioning
46
Shot Power
53
Long Shots
63
Penalties
42
Volleys
Passing
50
Vision
33
Crossing
31
FK Accuracy
34
Long Passing
41
Short Passing
40
Curve
Dribbling
56
Agility
58
Balance
54
Reactions
44
Composure
50
Ball Control
46
Dribbling
Defending
12
Interceptions
52
Heading Acc..
20
Def Aware..
14
Stand Tackle
20
Sliding Tackle
Physical
58
Jumping
60
Stamina
61
Strength
42
Aggression
Goalkeeping
14
Diving
11
Handling
10
Kicking
9
Positioning
6
Reflexes

PlayStyles

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 Niall Thom's Career Mode potential?+

Niall Thom has 64 potential in Career Mode, starting from an overall rating of 53.

How much can Niall Thom grow?+

Niall Thom can grow by +11 overall, from 53 to 64 potential.

What is Niall Thom's best position?+

Niall Thom's main position is ST. He can also play .

Is Niall Thom good in Career Mode?+

Niall Thom is a strong Career Mode option for teams needing a ST. At 53 overall with 64 potential, he is best suited to clubs that need quality now with some room to grow.

What are Niall Thom's strongest attributes?+

Niall Thom's strongest areas are Physical (57) and Pace (56), making him especially useful in roles that suit those strengths.

Niall Thom Career Mode Potential, Rating & Growth