FIFA 15 launches on September 23 in North America, September 25 in Europe, and September 26 in the UK. Leading to its release, we will be revealing a number of lists pertaining to the best players in the game. From the 50 best players to top future prospects, every FIFA fan will want to know who to lookout for.

There will be surprises, omissions and discussion as to the placement of players on these lists. Feel free to join the conversation on Twitter and Facebook to voice your own opinions with the hashtag #FIFA15Ratings. 

They say the best offense is a good defense. Having a great keeper is one thing, but having a fantastic back-line is your best insurance. These are the 10 best defensive players in FIFA 15.

10. Gerard Piqué - FC Barcelona (Spain)

9. Diego Godín - Atlético Madrid (Spain)

8. Giorgio Chiellini - Juventus (Italy)

7. Per Mertesacker - Arsenal (England)

6. Vincent Kompany - Manchester City (England)

5. Philipp Lahm - Bayern Munich (Germany)

4. Sergio Ramos - Real Madrid (Spain)

3. Mehdi Benatia - Bayern Munich (Germany)

2. Mats Hummels - Borussia Dortmund (Germany)

1. Thiago Silva - Paris Saint-Germain (France)

Don't miss out on all the other cool new features coming to FIFA 15.

A friendly reminder that FIFA 15 launches this September. There is still time to pre-order your copy and gain access to up to 40 FIFA Ultimate Team Packs!

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