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Sam Mather Career Mode Potential

Kayserispor BadgeKayserispor
Turkey Süper Lig (1) LogoTurkey Süper Lig (1)
England FlagEngland
59
OVR
74
POT

Player Info

NameSam Mather
PositionLM
Alt. PositionsCAMLW
Age21
Preferred FootRight
Date of Birth4 Sept 2004
Height180cm (5' 11")
Weight65kg (143 lbs)
Body TypeAvg & Lean
Skill Moves
Weak Foot
International reputation
Player ID268442

Sam Mather Career Mode rating and potential

Sam Mather is a development LM for Kayserispor in Turkey Süper Lig (1). At 59 overall with 74 potential, he has solid potential and profiles as a wonderkid in Career Mode. His strongest area is pace, 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
  • Passing may limit midfield control
Best For
  • Long-term Career Mode projects
  • Lower-budget development saves

Current Club

Value€550k
Wage€2k
Kit Number11
Joined18th January 2026
Contract Expiry2028

Career Mode Growth Curve

This player is slightly behind their expected development curve.

Normal
Curve Status
Behind Curve
Forward / Striker
Expected OVR
62.2
Estimated rating for age
Curve Gap
-3.2
Current OVR vs expected
Peak Window
28–32
Typical peak age range
Potential Progress
80%
+15 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 Sam Mather in Career Mode, based on position, age, overall rating, potential and key attributes.

Key Attributes

Pace
74
Shooting
53
Passing
55
Dribbling
61
Defending
35
Physical
47

All Attributes

Pace
70
Acceleration
78
Sprint Speed
Shooting
52
Finishing
58
Positioning
56
Shot Power
55
Long Shots
52
Penalties
46
Volleys
Passing
58
Vision
51
Crossing
45
FK Accuracy
48
Long Passing
59
Short Passing
58
Curve
Dribbling
75
Agility
74
Balance
52
Reactions
60
Composure
59
Ball Control
59
Dribbling
Defending
28
Interceptions
34
Heading Acc..
38
Def Aware..
41
Stand Tackle
34
Sliding Tackle
Physical
43
Jumping
48
Stamina
48
Strength
44
Aggression
Goalkeeping
11
Diving
7
Handling
5
Kicking
10
Positioning
10
Reflexes

PlayStyles

Roles

LM
Winger+

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 Sam Mather's Career Mode potential?+

Sam Mather has 74 potential in Career Mode, starting from an overall rating of 59.

How much can Sam Mather grow?+

Sam Mather can grow by +15 overall, from 59 to 74 potential.

What is Sam Mather's best position?+

Sam Mather's main position is LM. He can also play CAM, LW.

Is Sam Mather good in Career Mode?+

Sam Mather is a strong Career Mode option for teams needing a LM. At 59 overall with 74 potential, he is best suited to clubs that need quality now with some room to grow.

What are Sam Mather's strongest attributes?+

Sam Mather's strongest areas are Pace (74) and Dribbling (61), making him especially useful in roles that suit those strengths.

Sam Mather Career Mode Potential, Rating & Growth