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He played in twelve games throughout the second half of the season, six times playing in the starting formation, becoming second with Werder Bremen in the Bundesliga at the end of the 2007–08 season. ",[230] while Mario Gómez called Özil "probably the most brilliant footballer we have or ever had". [203] Following the announcement of his retirement, Özil drew support and criticism from the public, former players, and managers; former teammate Per Mertesacker notably came out in support. "[75], Özil followed up this goal with two assists for Alexis Sánchez in a 2–1 win against Reading in the 2014–15 FA Cup semi-final on 18 April. Pre-order* now to get a head start in FIFA 21 Ultimate Team! Players are building out their FUT first 11 in the early stages of FIFA 21. His first goal came in a league match against Deportivo de La Coruña on 3 October 2010, in a 6–1 victory. Mesut Özil - 89 Team of the Week Gold | FIFA 16 Stats & Prices. [254] The relationship ended in 2014, following reports of Özil being involved with another woman. "[44] In Özil's first press conference, he said: "I would have come here for free, that wouldn't have been a problem." [204], A quick, agile, creative and technical player, with good dribbling skills,[4][205][206] Özil is a versatile midfielder, who excels in an advanced playmaking role,[4][207] as a winger on either flank, or as an attacking midfielder through the centre of the pitch. [170][171] When asked about his country's chances at Euro 2012, Özil simply replied, "We have the potential to beat anyone and we have what it takes to win the title. [263] Later the same day, two men were arrested and charged with a public order offence after becoming involved in an altercation with security staff outside Özil's home. He had earlier assisted Alexis Sánchez to give the Gunners the lead in the sixth minute of the match. A buy-back option also allows Real Madrid a 48-hour first option on Özil should Arsenal agree a sale for the playmaker to another Spanish club. [253], Özil started dating singer Mandy Capristo in 2013. [246] However, there are sources that claim Özil's ancestors are ethnic Kurds. I wouldn't like to put too much pressure on him because he has been a top-class player until now. FIFA series and all FIFA assets are property of EA Sports.Terms  Privacy  FAQ. Renowned for his technical skills and creativity, Özil has also received praise for his agility, finesse, and versatility as an attacking midfielder. [215][221][222] As of January 2016, Özil had the best ratio of assists per game in the history of the Premier League. He was involved in all three goals, with two assists and a free kick which was saved but fell into Aaron Ramsey's path. He's been missed while he's been injured. 24 def. We praise Wayne Rooney to the heavens, likewise Ronaldo or Messi. [161][162][271] Arsenal later released a statement distancing itself from the comments. [186] Five days later, Özil started in Germany's 3–0 round of 16 win over Slovakia. FIFA announced that he was among the ten tournament players nominated for the Golden Ball. [citation needed], Following the departure of Jack Wilshere, Özil returned to wearing the number 10, for the 2018–19 season. The list of confirmed Arsenal player ratings for FIFA 21 is now complete, so let’s take a look at all the officially confirmed ratings. 7. 281 posts Sunday League Hero. That was Özil's 19th assist of the season in the league, a record only beaten by Thierry Henry with 20 in 2002–03 in Premier League history. He assisted Bastian Schweinsteiger's goal in the 92nd minute. [109] He registered his first assist of 2017 after placing his corner directly in the path of teammate Mustafi, who headed past Tom Heaton in a 2–1 win against Burnley. Mesut Özil was born on October 15, 1988 in Gelsenkirchen, West Germany. At the end of the season, Özil had 26 assists, more than any other player in the leagues. [231] Despite his reputation as an offensive playmaker, Özil has also drawn criticism at times for his lack of physicality and his low defensive work-rate off the ball. 82 sho. Mesut Özil on FIFA 20. [137] On 22 October, he captained Arsenal for the first time in a 3–1 comeback win over Leicester City. Tyskland U/21: 16 (5) 2009–2018: Tyskland: 92 (23) ... 18:09, 17. april 2015 (UTC). [84], He set a new Premier League record being the first player to assist in six consecutive matches when setting up Kieran Gibbs' for 1–1 in the derby versus Tottenham on 8 November 2015. In FIFA 21 Career Mode, you are constantly looking for cheap but powerful players for your own team. How do I add a profile picture or change my current picture on SoFIFA? [26][27], Özil began wearing the number 10 shirt for Real Madrid in 2011–12, signalling manager José Mourinho's intent to use the German international as his main playmaker. [180] Özil then provided an assist for Sami Khedira in Germany's 7–1 semi-final win over Brazil. Info OVR POT GRO Age SM WF WR PAC SHO PAS DRI DEF PHY BS IGS Preferred Positions CAM RW. The photograph was interpreted as a form of political support for Erdoğan and his policies, and caused tensions in Germany, and even prompted accusations that the players lacked loyalty to the nation. "[249] He observes fasting during the Islamic month of Ramadan, but he has admitted that: "Because of my job I cannot follow Ramadan properly. [25], He finished the season with 25 assists, the highest for any player in any major European competition that season. [69] In his first Premier League start of the year, Özil scored once and provided an assist for Olivier Giroud as Arsenal beat Aston Villa 5–0 at home on 1 February. [121][122], After entering January with six months remaining on his contract, which would allow him to engage in pre-contract negotiations with any club, Özil assisted in a win over Crystal Palace, and also assisted in a loss in the reverse fixture against Swansea City on 30 January. Özil helped Germany win the 2014 FIFA World Cup, but retired from international competition in 2018, alleging discrimination and disrespect by the German Football Association (DFB) and the German media. [173][174] Özil's Germany were drawn with the Netherlands, Denmark and Portugal into Group B at Euro 2012, widely touted as the "Group of Death". "[61], Özil played all three of Arsenal's remaining fixtures during the last month of his debut season in England. [22], He walked off the pitch as a second-half substitute to standing ovations in his first two games as a starter at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. [53][54], Özil started four of Arsenal's six games in January. However, soon after declining an offer from Schalke 04, claiming that a yearly salary of €1.5 million would not be enough, he eventually fell out with club management and moved on to Werder Bremen in January 2008. [123][124] A day later, he re-signed with the club on a three-year extension, keeping him contracted until 2021. But we have our own Messi. [15], Due to his performances in the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Özil ensured his place among Europe's top young talents. I received an email that I created a new SoFIFA account, but I didn’t sign up for a new account, 3. Comments. [95] Özil started in the 2–1 Watford in the FA Cup, where he set up Danny Welbeck for Arsenal's consolation goal with a backheel assist, and three days later in a 3–1 defeat to Barcelona in the Champions League as Arsenal crashed out in successive cup competitions in March. [77][78], After scoring during a pre-season game against Lyon, Özil received praise from his manager, with Wenger calling for him to have his best season yet in Arsenal colours. [178], Özil ended the 2014 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign as Germany's top scorer with eight goals. [92] He then ended the Gunners' barren goal-scoring run in the Premier League with the opener against AFC Bournemouth in a 2–0 away win on 7 February. 72 sho. [152] He registered his second league assist against West Ham United on 7 March,[153] and did not feature for the club after the resumption of competitive football following its suspension due to the COVID-19 pandemic. [47] Three days after that, he made his Champions League debut for Arsenal against Marseille. The stats on his Arsenal role and record", "Mesut Ozil is the assist king, Jamie Vardy deserves England start, Manchester United not creating chances – five things we learnt from the Premier League", "Arsenal star Mesut Ozil on course to smash Thierry Henry's Premier League record", "2.71 – Mesut Özil has the best games/assist rate in @PremierLeague history – average one every 2.71 matches. Police noted this incident was unrelated to the car-jacking attempt. [273] Some have suggested Özil's eventual omission from the Arsenal squad was related to this criticism. [18] Upon signing, Özil said, "When the offer came in to join Real Madrid, there is no decision to make. West Ham. The win made Real the first club in the Spanish top flight to ever reach 100 points in a single season. [215] Despite his success, he has also been accused by some in the sport, including Glenn Hoddle, Raymond Domenech and Jonathan Smith, of going missing in important or physical games. [232][233][234], His nicknames have included "der Rabe" (the Raven, or in Spanish, "El Cuervo") – playing on his smart and opportunistic style of play,[235] and at Werder Bremen "der neue Diego" (the new Diego), in reference to Brazilian Diego, whose playmaker role he inherited,[236] "German Messi"[237] and "German Zidane". FIFA 20. Weak Foot . [86] He then scored for the second game in a row when he clipped in the opener in a 1–1 draw at Norwich. The shocking nature of the 5-goal flurry generated worldwide astonishment. [259] In March 2020, the couple confirmed the birth of their first child, a daughter named Eda. On 23 August, Özil made his first appearance of the season in a 2–2 draw with Everton at Goodison Park. [256] An Instagram photo uploaded by Özil used the hashtag #OziStoIsBack, suggesting that the couple is back together. Birth Date Oct. 15, 1988. [227], Former Real Madrid midfielder Xabi Alonso described Özil as "the kind of player you don't find these days", adding, "He understands the game, sees things, combines and thrives between the lines, unlocking teams." [264], As part of the BigShoe project, Özil donated his 2014 World Cup winnings, an estimated £240,000, to pay for 23 sick Brazilian children to have medical surgery as a "personal thank you for the hospitality of the people of Brazil. 87 Özil cam 82 pac. It was also reported Özil refused a voluntary 12.5% paycut amid the pandemic, doing so as the club "[lacked] information and [left] many questions unanswered" over their use of these wages. Fifa_Hawk_85. [268], In December 2019, Özil went on social media to publish a poem denouncing the treatment of Uyghurs in China. [272] China's state broadcasters China Central Television and PP Sports responded two days later by removing the match between Arsenal and Manchester City from their schedules, while his likeness was removed from Chinese internet providers and version of eFootball PES 2020. [76] Özil started in the 2015 FA Cup Final as Arsenal beat Aston Villa in a commanding 4–0 victory on 30 May, concluding his second season at Arsenal with 5 goals and 9 assists, in 33 appearances across all competitions, and back-to-back FA Cups. [citation needed], Özil was one of the leading forces in Germany's qualification for UEFA Euro 2012, scoring five times during the campaign as Germany won all ten of its games to top their group. TEAM OF THE GROUP STAGE RELEASE DATES. [140][141] However, no move materialised, and his form continued to suffer, with rumours also circulating of Özil having a fractured relationship with head coach Unai Emery. Oct 16, 2020. [208][209] During the 2010 FIFA World Cup, he was also deployed in a new role which was later described as a false-10 or central winger, due to his tendency to drift from the centre into a wide position when in possession of the ball;[210][211] he has also been deployed in a more advanced role, where he usually functions as a second striker, as he often drops into deeper positions, from which he can link the midfield with the attack and initiate passing moves. Value $24.500.000. [111] He would also break his breaking a four-month cold goalless spell after placing a controlled finish in a 3–0 win against West Ham United three days later, while he also assisted the second. 85 pas. 90 Özil cam 84 pac. Our Messi is Özil. [88][89], On 24 January 2016, Özil played his 100th game for the Gunners in a 1–0 home defeat against Chelsea in the Premier League. [155], Özil was left out of the match-day squads for the first matches of the 2020–21 season and was not included in the club's squad for the Europa League group stage. - Career Mode [166] In September 2006, he was called up for the Germany under-17 team. The prognosis would rule him out of the remainder of Arsenal's Champions League group matches, as well as four international fixtures. [64], Özil returned to club training in the middle of August after participating in Germany's 2014 FIFA World Cup win in Brazil. Özil was born in Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia. [191], In May 2018, Özil, alongside fellow German international İlkay Gündoğan, both of Turkish descent, met with and posed for photographs with Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, in the lead up to the Turkish general election. I know it will be difficult because I have many more years ahead of me and many younger and good players will also be out there, but I want to be part of that future. FIFA 21 Arsenal detailed information - Career Mode. Wage $105.000. Amount of affordable golds: 7. Please provide your email. Mesut Özil 82 - live prices, in-game stats, comments and reviews for FIFA 21 Ultimate Team FUT. [9], He made his debut for the senior side during a friendly match against Norway on 11 February 2009. "[19], Özil made his debut on 22 August in a friendly match against Hércules, which Real Madrid won 3–1. [citation needed], Despite this, Özil featured in the 2019 UEFA Europa League Final, where, after Arsenal's defeat, Özil reportedly vocalised his frustration with Emery in front of his teammates,[146] and continued to be linked with a move away from north London.[147]. [182] After the trophy was presented to the Germany team, UEFA President Michel Platini asked Özil for his match shirt as a souvenir, and Özil obliged. [192][193][194][195] The German Football Association (DFB) publicly distanced themselves from public criticism,[196] opting to end the debate,[197] and focus on the upcoming World Cup campaign, in which both Özil and Gündoğan participated. Mesut Özil has sent a message to Arsène Wenger thanking the former Arsenal boss for his ‘trust’ as well as his respectful, honest and ‘fair’ nature. Özil additionally stated that Arsène Wenger played an important role in his decision: "When I spoke to Arsène Wenger on the phone, he was full of respect, and as a player, I need that. Footage also circulated on social media which appeared to show Kolašinac chasing off the carjackers. [154] As a result, Özil registered his worst statistical season, as well making the lowest number of appearances in a campaign since the 2007–08 season. [103] On 29 October, he registered his first league assist of the season, after Giroud latched onto a corner to score the club's third in a 1–4 win against Sunderland. Formation: 5-3-2. Contract leaks in January 2016, however, have revealed that the record fee was actually broken down to £37.4 million (€44 million) with a further £5.1 million (€6 million) split evenly over six years from July 2014, subject to Champions League qualification. [7] He played, at youth level, for various clubs in Gelsenkirchen during 1995~2000, before a five-year stint for Rot-Weiss Essen. FIFA 21 Mesut Özil rating, stats, potential & more! 28 def. [73] On 4 April, he scored the second goal for his team in a 4–1 win over Liverpool, which would be his final goal of the season. Player Page: M. Özil (Mesut Özil) FIFA 21 26 november 2020 - 15/10/1988 (31 years) - OVR 81 - POTENTIAL 81 Preferred Foot Left. [142][143] He returned to goalscoring form in a 5–1 home victory against Bournemouth, where he also registered an assist, on 27 February,[144] while his last statistical contribution came in the form of a goal in a loss against Crystal Palace in April. Player Work Rate Medium / Low. all fifa 21 - fifa 10 cards for mesut Özil fifa 21. [113] He then recorded his ninth assist on 10 May, where he set up Sánchez's opener. I do it only the few days I can, only when I have a free day. [209] He has even played as a centre-forward on occasion, seemingly operating as a lone striker, but actually operating false 9 role. Speaking before the draw with Manchester United, Arsène Wenger spoke about Özil, saying, "He has done well, he is adapting as well to the Premier League – we have seen it before [that it takes time]. There is no copy of him – not even a bad copy. [9] This led to Mirko Slomka, the then-Schalke manager, claiming that Özil would not play another match for Schalke. [120] He then scored and assisted twice in a 5–0 victory over Huddersfield to close out November, and scored in back-to-back weeks to close out December, first in a victory against West Ham, and then a scintillating scooped finish in a 3–3 draw against Liverpool. Özil began December with two goals in as many games against Hull City and Everton. Özil FIFA 21 is 31 years old and has 4* skills and 2* weakfoot, and is Left footed. M. Özil. Özil toured the camp as well as playing with children, signing autographs and handing out football shirts. FIFA 21 Star Heads Thread ... Won’t happen as Özil is a big partner of Konami hence why EA has ignored the calls for a new scan for Özil ever since. "[31], Özil was on the short-list of the FIFA Ballon d'Or award. 56 phy. OptimusFawkes. [51] Özil played in all six of Arsenal's games in November. The discipline, attitude and always-give-your-all is the German part. He finished the tournament as the joint-highest assist provider (3) and was named in the Team of the Tournament. [187] On 2 July 2016, Özil scored the leading goal against Italy in the quarter-finals to give Germany a 1–0 advantage, before Italy later equalised through Leonardo Bonucci's penalty. We're really pleased to have people like him back in the team and performing at the top level because that's what we need. 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[50] On 19 October, he scored his first two Premier League goals during the 4–1 home win against Norwich City. [citation needed], Özil entered the 2017–18 season in the final year of his contract, and struggled initially, featuring sparsely with knee inflammation. [116][117] Despite the club missing out on the league and Champions League qualification, Özil concluded his fourth season at the club with 12 goals and 13 assists in 44 appearances across all competitions, and featured heavily as he won the 2017 FA Cup. [138], His involvement in the first-team began to falter due to a mix of injuries and a dip in form, but he returned to assist the only goal in a victory in the Europa League against Qarabag on 12 December. Position Res. I can't sign up for an SoFIFA account because an account with my email address already exists. [252], In 2010, Özil was awarded the Bambi for being a prime example of successful integration within German society. [219][220], Due to his creative ability and offensive prowess as a playmaker, Özil has been called "assist-king" in the media. 84 dri. In the game FIFA 21 his overall rating is 90. Age 32. [131] He continued his exploits in the Europa League by recording a hat-trick of assists in a victory against CSKA Moscow on 5 April. He was a member of the German under-21 team from 2007. There are 0 other versions of Özil in FIFA 21, check them out using the navigation above. [223] Germany under-21 manager Horst Hrubesch once said, "We in Germany are prone to rave about foreign players. [189], Özil was selected by manager Joachim Löw in Germany's final 23-man squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup. [198] Özil also commented on several media outlets that were using the photograph, where he asserted that the media outlets have selectively criticised him for his Turkish background, noting the relative lack of uproar from the media after Lothar Matthäus met with Russian leader Vladimir Putin. He invited the child, Charlie, to be a guest at his private box and in the player's lounge during a game with Sunderland at Emirates Stadium. [159] Some have suggested Özil's omission from the squad is related to his criticism of the treatment of Uyghur Muslims in China,[160][161][162] from which Arsenal publicly distanced themselves. Mesut Özil, 32, from Germany Arsenal FC, since 2013 Attacking Midfield Market value: €5.00m * Oct 15, 1988 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany Mesut Özil - Player profile 20/21 | Transfermarkt [276] In 2013, Özil launched his own logo. Mesut Özil's FIFA 20 Overall Rating (OVR) is 84 with Potential Rating (POT) of up to 84. [citation needed], Özil was brought in to back up teammate Kaká, but due to his surgery, Özil obtained a starting role.