Hey guys! Ever wondered how to bring back the magic of 2015 Neymar to your FIFA 23 squad? Well, you're in the right place! This guide will walk you through recreating Neymar with his 2015 stats and appearance in FIFA 23, giving you a chance to relive his Barcelona glory days. Let's dive in!

Understanding 2015 Neymar: His Key Attributes

Before we jump into FIFA 23, let’s break down what made Neymar so special in 2015. This will help us accurately recreate him in the game. In 2015, Neymar was at the peak of his form, playing alongside Messi and Suarez in Barcelona's iconic MSN trio. His key attributes included:

• Dribbling: Neymar's dribbling was out of this world. He could glide past defenders with ease, making him a nightmare for opponents. His agility and close control were unmatched.
• Pace: He was incredibly quick, both on and off the ball. This allowed him to make darting runs behind the defense and create scoring opportunities.
• Finishing: Neymar was a clinical finisher, capable of scoring from various angles and distances. His composure in front of goal was remarkable.
• Skills: His flair and trickery were a joy to watch. He often used step-overs, flicks, and other skills to bamboozle defenders and create space for himself.
• Agility and Balance: These attributes made him incredibly difficult to knock off the ball, even when under pressure.
• Vision and Passing: While he was known for his individual brilliance, Neymar also had excellent vision and passing ability, allowing him to link up with his teammates effectively. Especially with Messi and Suarez.

Knowing these key attributes will guide us as we adjust his stats in FIFA 23 to match his 2015 form. We'll focus on maximizing these areas to bring the 2015 Neymar back to life.

Step-by-Step Guide to Creating 2015 Neymar in FIFA 23

Alright, let's get into the nitty-gritty of recreating Neymar in FIFA 23. Follow these steps to bring the Brazilian superstar to your game.

Step 1: Starting a New Career Mode

To start, you'll need to either begin a new career mode or use an existing one where you can freely edit players. If you're starting a new career, choose a team that fits your play style. It could be Barcelona for authenticity or any other club where you want Neymar to shine.

Step 2: Finding Neymar in the Game

Once you're in career mode, navigate to the squad hub and search for Neymar. He's usually listed under Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), but if he's moved clubs in your save, you'll need to find his current team. Alternatively, you can go to edit teams, and browse the PSG team, where you can find him.

Step 3: Editing Neymar's Appearance

This is where we make Neymar look like his 2015 self. FIFA 23 allows you to edit various aspects of a player's appearance:

• Hairstyle: In 2015, Neymar often sported a mohawk or a slightly shorter hairstyle. Choose a hairstyle that closely resembles this. You might need to experiment with different styles and colors to get it just right.
• Facial Hair: Neymar's facial hair was usually clean-shaven or with a very short beard. Adjust the facial hair settings accordingly.
• Body Type: Ensure his body type reflects his physique in 2015. He was agile and lean, so avoid making him too muscular.
• Accessories: Check if he had any specific accessories like wristbands or necklaces during that time and add them if available in the game.

Step 4: Adjusting Neymar's Stats

This is the most crucial part. We need to tweak Neymar's stats to match his 2015 performance levels. Here’s a detailed breakdown:

• Overall Rating: Aim for an overall rating between 90-92. This reflects his status as one of the best players in the world during that period.
• Pace: Increase his acceleration and sprint speed to around 93-95. He was lightning-fast in 2015.
• Dribbling: Max out his dribbling stats. Set agility, balance, reactions, and ball control to 95 or higher. This will make him feel incredibly smooth and responsive on the ball.
• Finishing: Boost his finishing to around 90-92. He was a clinical finisher, so this is essential.
• Shot Power: Set his shot power to around 85-88. This will give his shots some extra oomph.
• Long Shots: Increase his long shots to about 82-85. He was capable of scoring from distance.
• Vision and Passing: Set his vision to around 87-90 and his short passing to around 85-88. This will allow him to pick out teammates with accurate passes.
• Curve: Increase his curve to around 90-93. This will make his free kicks and crosses more dangerous.
• Free Kick Accuracy: Set his free kick accuracy to around 85-88. Neymar was a decent free-kick taker.
• Stamina: Adjust his stamina to around 85-87. He needs to last the entire match.
• Weak Foot and Skill Moves: Set his weak foot to 4 stars and his skill moves to 5 stars. This reflects his ability to use both feet and perform a wide range of skills.

Step 5: Assigning the Right Position and Role

In 2015, Neymar primarily played as a left-winger. Ensure his preferred position is set to LW (Left Wing). Also, consider his role in the team. He was a key player who often took on defenders and created scoring opportunities. Set his attacking work rate to high and his defensive work rate to medium.

Step 6: Fine-Tuning Player Instructions

To get the most out of your 2015 Neymar, adjust his player instructions. Here are some suggestions:

• Attacking Runs: Set to