When you refer to "general", I think you mean Current ability (CA) and Potential ability (PA). The general rating refers to the skill of the player. So for example C.Ronaldo has a CA of 194/200 which shows the extent of his skill. Positional rating refers to how well a player can play in that position. So for example Rooney would have a better positional rating playing striker than defensive midfield. It just shows how comfortable a player is in that position.
Hope I've answered your problems, if not please explain a bit more :wink
Hope I've answered your problems, if not please explain a bit more :wink

