[Top 15] PES 21 Best Defenders Who Are Amazing

PES 2021- Defending
Updated:
24 Jan 2022

Defending is the most important and underrated skill in football. Well-timed tackles and interceptions make defenders an irreplaceable asset in football. Sir Alex Ferguson once said;” Attack wins you games, defence wins you titles”.

The role of the modern defender has evolved in recent times, with defenders producing more goals and assists, aiding the team’s build-up play.

 

Below is a list of [Top 15] PES 2021 Best Defenders who are amazing.

 

15. Clement LENGLET

 

Clement Lenglet ❯ Crazy Defending Skills And Goals ❯ 2020/21 HD

The French international is always a delight to watch because of his crisp passes, easily linking defence to attack.

Why is Clement Lenglet amazing?

  • Aerial threat
  • Excellent build-up ability

Player Card

  • Age: 25
  • Rating: 86
  • Preferred foot: Left
  • Position: Cent defender
  • Club: F.C Barcelona
  • Player Skills: Man marking, interception, heading
 

14. Milan SKRINIAR

 

Milan Skriniar● 2020/21 ● Crazy Tackles & Defensive Skills

The Slovenian is a well-known character in Serie A, due to his gritty style of defending. This is evident in the amount of aerial and ground duels he wins per game. The definition of a die-hard defender.

Why is Milan Skriniar amazing?

  • He is dangerous from set-pieces

Player Card

  • Age: 25
  • Ratings: 86
  • Preferred foot: Right
  • Position: Cent defender
  • Club: Inter Milan
  • Player skills: Man marking, heading, fighting spirit
 

13. Harry MAGUIRE

Harry Maguire 2020/21 - Defensive Skills & Tackle

The England defender has been a “steal of a signing”, hitting the ground in style. A testament to his defensive acumen.

Why is Harry Maguire amazing?

  • Powerful header
  • Physical strength

Player Card

  • Age: 27
  • Rating: 85
  • Preferred foot: Right
  • Position: Cent defender
  • Club: Manchester United
  • Player skills: Heading, fighting spirit, captaincy
 

12. Aymeric LAPORTE

Aymeric Laporte ● Amazing Defensive Skills 2021

The French international is known for his pivotal role in his team’s ball progression. His composure, close control, aerial proficiency make him an important player n the team.

Why is Aymeric Laporte amazing?

  • Excellent passing ability
  • Powerful header

Player Card

  • Age: 26
  • Rating: 86
  • Preferred foot: Left
  • Position: Cent defender
  • Club: Manchester City
  • Player skills: Heading, man-marking, weighted pass
 

11. Ruben DIAS

 

BEST OF RUBEN DIAS 2020/21 | Best defensive moments!

The Portuguese international has come to the limelight since his move to Manchester City. He has been a regular starter for club and country, bagging the 2019 UEFA Nations League trophy during this period of brilliance. 

Why is Ruben Dias amazing?

  • Aerial superiority
  • Well-timed tackling

Player Card

  • Age: 23
  • Rating: 84
  • Preferred foot: Right
  • Position: Center 
  • Club: Manchester City
  • Player skills: Heading, interception, fighting spirit
 

10. Niklas SULE

 

Niklas Sule 2021 - Crazy Defensive Skills & Goals | HD

Physicality, agility, pace defines the German international. He is so composed on the ball, occasionally makes darting runs into the opponent’s half.

Why is Niklas Sule amazing?

  • Excellent passer of the ball
  • Terrorizing physical strength

Player Card

  • Age: 25
  • Rating: 86
  • Preferred foot: Right
  • Position: Central defender
  • Club: Bayern Munich
  • Player skills: Long-ranger, man-marking, acrobatic clearance
 

9. Giorgio CHIELLINI

 

15 Years of Chiellini Defence.. in 5 Minutes! | Giorgio Chiellini Best Defence & Tackles! | Juventus

The Italian wall is the definition of a “Rolls Royce of a defender”. He commands the backline so well, covering up for lapses whenever necessary.

He is a natural winner for club and country, being a 1x UEFA Euros champion, 9x Serie A winner among many of his feats.

Why is Giorgio Chiellini amazing?

  • He is an experienced defender
  • He reads the game so well, making successful interceptions

Player Card

  • Age: 36
  • Rating: 86
  • Preferred foot: Left
  • Position: Cent defender
  • Club: Juventus
  • Player skills: Captaincy, man-marking, fighting spirit
 

8. MARQUINHOS

Marquinhos Amazing Defensive Skills! 2020/21

The Brazilian international is well known for his explosive headers, rooting goalkeepers to the spot. He is an excellent reader of the game, shown in his last-ditch tackles and interceptions.

He helps the attack with his well-timed long passes, releasing attackers into goal-scoring opportunities.

Why is Marquinhos amazing?

  • Versatility; He can play multiple positions
  • He can play as the anchorman, linking defence to attack.

Player Card

  • Age: 26
  • Rating: 87
  • Preferred foot: Right
  • Club: Paris Saint Germain
  • Position: Central defender
  • Player skills: Captaincy, fighting spirit, man-marking

 

7. Matthijs de LIGT

 

Matthijs de Ligt 2021 Insane Defensive Skills & Goals | HD

The Dutch star boy was a revelation in the 2018/19 UEFA Champions League campaign, leading Ajax to the semi-finals in his debut appearance in the competition. This amazing run of form got him into the 2019 UEFA Champions League team of the year at age ‘19’.

He is known for his physicality and composure on the ball.

Why is Matthijs de Ligt amazing?

  • He is aerially proficient
  • He is technically gifted

Player Card

  • Age: 21
  • Rating: 86
  • Preferred foot: Right
  • Position: Central defender
  • Club: Juventus
  • Player skills: Fighting spirit, interception, heading
 

6. Gerard PIQUE

 

Gerard Piqué - Ultimate Defensive Skills & Goals | 2020 HD

The Spanish defender has been a top performer for both club and country, known for his well-timed interceptions and aerial strength.

He is a 1x World Cup winner, 4x UEFA Champions League winner, 8x La Liga champion amidst his truck-load of trophies. 

Why is Gerard Pique amazing?

  • He has an outstanding aerial presence
  • He can play as an extra striker occasionally

Player Card

  • Age: 33
  • Rating: 87
  • Preferred foot: Right
  • Position: Central defender
  • Club: F.C. Barcelona
  • Player skills: Captaincy, heading, interception
 

5. Kalidou KOULIBALY

 

Kalidou Koulibaly 2020/21 Amazing Tackles & Defensive Skills | HD

The Senegalese international has been known for his hard gritty style of defending. He is regarded as “The Destroyer’.

His imposing height and strength make him an opponent’s nightmare. 

Why is Kalidou Koulibaly amazing?

  • Ruthless Tackler

Player Card

  • Age: 29
  • Rating: 87
  • Preferred foot: Right
  • Position: Central defender
  • Club: Napoli
  • Player skills: Fighting spirit, interception, heading
 

4. David ALABA

 

David Alaba 2020/21 - Defensive Skills, Goals & Tackles | HD

The Austrian defender has an array of abilities that makes him fit for virtually every position on the field.

He outmatches his opponents with pace and agility, making him impossible to get past.

Why is David Alaba amazing?

  • He is a highly versatile player
  • Excellent freekick taker

Player Card

  • Age: 28
  • Rating: 87
  • Preferred foot: Left
  • Position: Central defender
  • Club: Bayern Munich
  • Player skills: Through passing, interception, long-range drive
 

3. Raphael VARANE

 

This is Why Man United Signed Raphael Varane

The French international is one of the most reliable and consistent defenders in the world. He is dominant both in ground and aerial duels, making him an attacker’s nightmare.

He is a 1x World Cup winner, 4x UEFA Champions League winner, 3x La Liga winner among his plethora of achievements.

Why is Raphael Varane amazing?

  • Aerial superiority
  • He makes quick defensive recovery

Player Card

  • Age: 27
  • Rating: 88
  • Preferred foot: Right
  • Position: Central defender
  • Club: Real Madrid F.C.
  • Player skills: Heading, fighting spirit, man-marking, interception
 

2. Sergio RAMOS

 

Sergio Ramos 2021 - Crazy Defensive Skills & Goals - HD

The Spanish powerhouse is known for his style of defending, “If you don’t get the ball, don’t miss the man”. He is very consistent, leading his team to numerous victories. He has a total of 129 goals, making him the 6th highest goal-scoring defender in history.

He is a 1x World Cup winner, 4x UEFA Champions League winner, 5x La Liga champion, among his bulk of trophies.

Why is Sergio Ramos amazing?

  • Ruthless defender
  • Penalty specialist

Player Card

  • Age: 34
  • Rating: 90
  • Preferred foot: Right
  • Position: Central defender
  • Club: Real Madrid F.C.
  • Player skills: Heading, man-marking, captaincy, fighting spirit 
 

1.  Virgil VAN DIJK

 

Virgil van Dijk Defensive Skills Will Blow Your Mind!

The Dutch is arguably the best modern defender in the world. His excellent passing ability and defensive acumen make him an indispensable asset for his team.

He is a 1x UEFA Champions League winner, 1x Premier League champion, and the runner-up in the 2019 Ballon d’Or rankings. 

Why Virgil Van Dijk is amazing?

  • Hard tackler
  • Outstanding passing ability

Player Card

  • Age: 29
  • Rating: 91
  • Preferred foot: Right
  • Position: Central defender 
  • Club: Liverpool F.C.
  • Player skills: Long-ball, interception, fighting spirit, heading
 

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