Old players who follow the football game circle know that the FIFA series has long been divided. Some pursue the thrill of fast-paced confrontation, while others are obsessed with the immersive experience close to the real stadium.

Now, in the third year of EA Sports FC series, the development team seems to have finally found a balance and strives to meet the needs of all players.

What New Modes Have Been Launched?

The core of achieving this balance lies in the official new Competitive and Authentic dual preset modes.

In short, the underlying core principles of their design are the same, all for making the experience in the corresponding scenarios more extreme.

However, Competitive emphasizes the fluency and explosiveness of the confrontation, which is suitable for multiplayer battles that pursue instant victory or defeat. Authentic focuses on restoring the rhythm of the real stadium and can better meet the immersive feeling of single-player battles.

In EA Sports FC 26, this difference is very intuitive. For example, you can play games and complete goals in online competitive modes such as Ultimate Team, and get $1 as rewards. However, the gameplay here is faster, the players are more aggressive, and the excitement of attack and defense conversion is directly maximized.

Modes such as Player Career and Manager Career will present a slower and more stable field simulation, and every pass needs to be closer to and more realistic.

Here I need to remind you that if you want to experience the fast pace of Competitive in offline mode, it is completely fine. But on the other hand, you can’t switch to Authentic when playing online, and players who are used to the slow pace must prepare for adaptation in advance.

From the official trailer, in Competitive, the consistency of players’ passes and the smoothness of dribbling have been visibly improved, while in Authentic, the trajectory and speed of the ball will be closer to reality, that is, slower and more stable.

So we guess that the excitement of online multiplayer battles this year will most likely reach a new level, which is exactly what countless players are looking forward to.

What Optimizations Have Been Made Compared To The Previous Game?

Of course, EA Sports’ improvements are far more than that. The development team has put a lot of effort into the pain points that players complained about the most in the previous game.

Goalkeeper Operation Optimization

First of all, the goalkeeper’s operation is optimized. The official efforts have reduced the confusing operations of the goalkeeper pushing the ball back and minimized those truly maddening moments.

Tackle Mechanism Adjustment

The second is the adjustment of the tackle mechanism, which reduces the opponent’s chance of counter-stealing after being intercepted, which means that when you complete a beautiful interception, you have a greater chance of controlling the ball instead of being counter-stealed just after the interception, and the feeling of being frustrated will be much less.

Low Driven Shot Returns

Another point that players are excited about is that the low-driven shot mechanism has returned. The triggering method this time is very simple. Double-click the shooting button, and it can also be used with skill keys or strength adjustment to accurately control the angle and strength of the shot and shoot the ball accurately to the position you want.

These changes do sound like they hit the heart of the players, but the charm of sports games can never be fully interpreted by so-called parameters. No matter how clever the mechanism is, it ultimately depends on the actual operation in the game to verify it.

We can’t wait to experience these new mechanisms in EA Sports FC 26. Of course, what is more exciting is that after the official release on September 26, when players from all over the world flock to the stadium, what kind of answer can this game really give? Let’s wait and see.

The highly anticipated College Football 26 was officially released on July 10, inheriting many excellent mechanisms and players from the previous game, and making corresponding improvements to Road to Glory, which has received many praises.

In this game mode, you need to play a football player who has played for the school team since high school, and improve your strength and value, and finally enter an excellent college team and win many awards.

In this process, improving your happiness and the value you have is what you have been committed to. So this guide will provide you with some methods and strategies to effectively complete these two tasks and enhance your strength so that you can get the best experience and earn more CFB 26 Coins.

1. Improve Happiness

In a simulation video game based on actual football games, the most direct way to improve your happiness in Road to Glory in NACC 26 is to increase the coach’s trust in you and the coach’s happiness.

Coach Trust

Coach Trust is one of the easier attributes to increase, and you can get it by starting and performing well in games. If you don’t make the starting lineup, you can also achieve this goal through daily training.

In the practice mini-games provided to you, there are three medals: gold, silver and bronze, which will give you different trust points. Bronze gives you 50 points, silver gives you 150 points and gold gives you 300 points. So please work hard to get the gold medal.

As your coach’s trust in you gradually increases, your chances of becoming a starter will increase, and you will also have the opportunity to unlock some additional gameplay perks, such as customizing call voice prompts and setting some popular routes.

When your coach’s trust is the same as another player on the team, it will trigger Position Battles, where you need to compete against them in a series of three practice mini-games, and win two games to increase your ranking. But be aware that you will also be punished accordingly if you fail.

Not only that, when some players transfer, graduate or participate in the draft, your ranking will also rise, but this is very random. So relying on your own ability to improve your ranking is the most stable and reliable way.

Coach Happiness

This evaluation system is newly added by EA College Football 26, and its evaluation criteria are not fixed like Coach Trust. It will be more capricious, because its main variable factor is your off-field behavior.

For example, some decisions you make during the key period of the season, such as some responsible decisions, will boost the morale of the entire team, thereby improving coach happiness; but some rude or perfunctory characters will have the opposite effect.

In addition, your daily training is not up to standard or you do not show strong leadership in Weekly Agenda, which will also affect the decline of coach happiness.

This happiness will directly affect the speed at which Coach Trust increases or decreases. If it is higher, your trust will accumulate faster; if it is lower, they will lose faster, and you will need to spend more time to improve it and more NACC 26 Coins to improve the players’ strength.

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2. Improve Value

After you have a high happiness and trust and have greatly improved the player’s strength, you should consider earning more coins. The new CFB 26 allows student athletes to be paid for their performance on the court, so choosing a good endorsement and sponsorship is becoming more and more important.

But it should be noted that you are controlling a student player, so you should still focus on academics. You can only let him go to parties with friends in some free time to get involved in the vast world of campus celebrities and eventually achieve the goal of signing with famous companies.

In this process, you need to pay attention to the following points:

Choose A Suitable School

Before signing endorsements and sponsorships with those companies, you need to make sure you are in college. You can check the opportunities that each university can provide you through NIL Opportunities section.

In general, schools with larger programs can provide you with more sponsorship opportunities with higher returns because they have greater national appeal. 

In addition, you should also choose a college team that you can definitely enter the starting lineup based on your current strength to increase your exposure. It is recommended that you set yourself up as a five-star rookie so that bigger shows and more sponsorships will come your way.

Pay Attention To Your Weekly Agenda

After you enter the school, you can check the Weekly Agenda. You need energy points in it to earn opportunities to cooperate with major brands. This requires your players to actively socialize and perform well to attract more fans.

At the beginning, you only have one endorsement quota, but as your number of fans increases, the number of contracts you can sign will gradually increase: new endorsement quotas will be unlocked when you have 10,000, 250,000 and 1 million fans.

But don’t forget your studies! While earning more $1 from many endorsements, remember to balance your training time and outing time.

Otherwise, you may not be able to participate in the game due to academic reasons, and damage the coach’s happiness, thereby reducing the accumulation of trust and making it impossible to improve.

In the subsequent development, the greater the brand influence you have, the more contract rewards you can choose, and the greater the autonomy you have, all of which require you to have more outstanding performance and an enormous fan base.

Choose Endorsement Deals

Initially, you should accept any offer from any brand that is willing to work with you, regardless of the pay. But as you grow, you should learn to turn down some deals, especially if you need to improve your game or study during the week.

In addition, try to choose deals that can provide you with more skill points, weekly schedule progress bar, stats, fan base, etc., which are worth your time.

These are some ways to enhance two important aspects of your experience in Road to Glory in College Football 26. Although each player’s choice of players and the path they take in the game are different, the sense of honor and satisfaction in the end are the same. Have fun playing!

Gillette is one of the brands under P&G dedicated to shaving, body care, and cleaning. The brand announced that it will join forces with EA FC 25 to jointly work to bring players a better experience inside and outside the game.

For more than a hundred years, Gillette, as the world's leading men's care expert and EA Sports FC 25, a leader in sports entertainment with a long history, have both created a high reputation in the global field.

Today, the two brands announced a partnership, which is undoubtedly an unexpected surprise for players and consumers who love and follow FC 25 and Gillette. That's because both parties, as leaders in their respective fields, are now jointly committed to providing gamers, football fans and athletes with innovative and authentic gaming experiences.

Specific Content Of The Cooperation

The cooperation between the two parties began in January this year, with Gillette appearing as part of an advertising banner in EA Sports FC 25 game. Now, the cooperation between the two brands has gone a step further and launched EA Sports FC Ultimate Team gift pack, which can be redeemed in the game.

Each pack for FC 25 contains 12 Rare Gold Player Items with an overall rating of 80 or higher, and 2 of them are guaranteed to be rated 88 or higher. Please note that all items are not tradeable. If players want to get more items, they need to complete the goals and challenges that are regularly updated in the game to obtain $1.

Gillette is no latecomer in the sports field. The recent partnership with UEFA Champions League and the jersey sponsorship for New England Revolution further prove Gillette's position in the sports field. At the same time, these partnerships also lay a solid foundation for Gillette to further expand its influence in the gaming and football fields.

Some Views On The Cooperation Between The Two Parties

"The cooperation with FC 25 is a very critical and historic decision for Gillette. We cheer and celebrate the continued growth of the Gillette brand in the football field." "As we strengthen our commitment to the sport, we are excited to deepen our roots, connect with the next generation of men, and interact with the global football community in an authentic way." Gillette's Vice President of Global Brand Franchise said.

Gillette's creative spirit is reflected in its sophisticated design, which aims to provide users with a better care experience. This cooperation shows that Gillette's excellence is not only reflected in providing comfortable cleaning and care services to consumers, but also in helping the majority of male players of FIFA 25 when playing games. When players are in the best gaming state, Gillette's role will also be maximized.

Regarding this cooperation, EA Sports FC 25's senior director of franchise marketing operations also said, "I am very happy to work with Gillette, because EA Sports FC 25 is very authoritative in the field of football. For this cooperation, it can add a force to the passion of world football and create more real global community interaction."

The Impact Of The Cooperation

EA FC 25 connects tens of thousands of football fans through the Internet and e-sports products, and has a huge audience. Therefore, this cooperation is undoubtedly a very strategic move for Gillette. It will use the loyal fan community of FC 25 to connect with players. Gillette is also taking this action to integrate resources in the sports field and enhance its influence in the sports field, constantly innovating new products and experiences for consumers.

At the intersection of the old and new years, FC 25 has recently launched a number of promotions to provide you with a better gaming experience. But among all EA FC 25 promotions, TOTY is undoubtedly the grandest and most popular.

This event is dedicated to rating all playable FUT 25 players in a year and selecting the best performing football players, so that you can use your FIFA 25 Coins in the future game to exchange for players that are both suitable for your game style and strong enough to help you win the game as much as possible.

Based on this, we will introduce you to how to participate in the promotion and a list of some nominated players.

What Is FC 25 TOTY?

As the biggest annual promotion of EA Sports FC 25, the team of the year (TOTY) aims to select the most influential and outstanding players in the game based on ratings and statistics, allowing them to shine and more prominently enter your player shortlist.

TOTY mechanics are the same as in previous versions of the game, where you can vote for 11 outstanding players from both the men’s and women’s teams. These selected players can then be included in the game as TOTY Player Items, giving them their own FC 25 commemorative value.

FC 25 TOTY Schedule

The game is expected to release attackers and TOTY Icons Team 1 on Friday, January 17, 2025. And the following contents will be announced in sequence gradually:

January 19, 2025: TOTY midfielders. January 21, 2025: TOTY defenders and goalkeepers, TOTY Icons Team 2. January 23, 2025: TOTY release.

Other more specific schedules are not yet known, but the overall schedule should be similar to that of FC 24, so you can make FC 25 TOTY arrangements in advance based on last year’s schedule.

How To Vote In TOTY?

To vote, you first need to know that the event officially started on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, and will last until 11:59 pm PST on January 12, 2025. During this period, you can enter EA Sports FC TOTY website to vote. But remember, only votes sent during this time will be valid. If you are not sure what to do after entering the website, here are the steps we provide for you:

Go to EA Sports FC TOTY website within the specified time. Go to Vote Men’s TOTY or Vote Women’s TOTY interface. Carefully browse the list of nominated players in all positions including attackers, midfielders, defenders and goalkeepers. Find your favorite players and select them to fill each position in your starting lineup. Check the option to agree to EA terms and conditions. Click Submit Vote option to vote successfully. What Are The Highlights Of This Year’s TOTY?

TOTY promotion will allow you and other players to select two teams of 11 players each, with the winners then entering the game as TOTY Player Items. Each item will not only receive a unique blue design and gold accents, but will also significantly improve the corresponding player’s in-game stats and ratings, making them the best FUT 25 players you can choose.

It is worth noting that EA Sports FC 25 will also provide an additional 12th player alternative position for each of these two teams to recognize outstanding players who did not make the starting lineup, and this voting is usually held at the end of TOTY promotion. In addition, FC 25 will also launch a TOTY Icons team composed of legendary players.

These special items from TOTY promotion will be available to you as sets after release. If you have enough FIFA 25 Coins, you can add these high-value TOTY players to your team. You can even sell players for profit to strengthen the strength of your team, because the best players of the year who win this vote will then become the most sought-after players in the game, so the assets they represent will become your important chips in the game.

Nominees To Note

All current nominees will be broken down by gender and then by their position in the field. Based on these categories, we will list the players we think may become the player of the year.

Men’s TOTY Nominees

Goalkeepers:

Emiliano Martinez (Aston Villa) Gianluigi Donnarumma (PSG) Gregor Kobel (Borussia Dortmund) Peter Gulacsi (RB Leipzig)

Defenders:

Josko Gvardiol (Manchester City) William Saliba (Arsenal) Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool) Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool)

Midfielders:

Rodri (Manchester City) Cole Palmer (Chelsea) Martin Odegaard (Arsenal) Declan Rice (Arsenal)

Attackers:

Erling Haaland (Manchester City) Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) Bukayo Saka (Arsenal) Phil Foden (Manchester City) Women’s TOTY Nominees

Goalkeepers:

Chiamaka Nnadozie (Paris FC) Merle Frohms (VfL Wolfsburg) Lola Gallardo (Atletico de Madrid) Anna Moorhouse (Orlando Pride)

Defenders:

Alex Greenwood (Manchester City) Lucy Bronze (Chelsea) Katie McCabe (Arsenal) Lotte Wubben-Moy (Arsenal)

Midfielders:

Yui Hasegawa (Manchester City) Sjoeke Nusken (Chelsea) Jill Roord (Manchester City) Guro Reiten (Chelsea)

Attackers:

Khadija Shaw (Manchester City) Lauren Hemp (Manchester City) Lauren James (Chelsea) Mariona (Arsenal)

Of course, the above lists are just based on the performance of these players in the past year. In the specific voting process, you can vote according to your own judgment and preferences. Thank you for reading, and I sincerely hope that your favorite players can be successfully selected!

With the launch of EA Sports FC 25 Winter Wildcards, the developers also launched Winter Wingback I.

It is a new Evolution. Its update brings players a great opportunity to upgrade your right back card and improve the overall data of these players you have, making it easier for you to win in the game.

In addition, this Evolution also provides players with two new PlayStyles and launches a new Wingback Roles++, and the highest overall that players can achieve is 85 and pace is 93.

After this Evolution update, the developers also evolved Winter Wingback. As we all know, wingback has an important responsibility in the game and is a solid force to lead the team to victory.

Therefore, you need to know which players are the most suitable for this Winter Wingback I Evolution after this evolution. This will help you build a better team and kill all sides in the game.

The following will introduce 7 players who are most suitable for this evolution from the aspects of Card variant, Overall Rating, Position and Rating after Evolution for you to choose.

1. Kyle Walker Card variant: Base Position: RB

The English right-back has performed amazingly during his time with Manchester City and won many games during this period. Therefore, he is the best candidate for you to choose in Winter Wingback I Evolution.

Before evolution, Kyle Walker’s overall rating is 84, but players can increase his overall rating to 86 by completing some challenges.

And, after the evolution is completed, his speed can be increased to 90, physical can reach 84, dribbling and defending can both be increased to 84, and pace can reach 83.

2. Jeremie Frimpong Card variant: Base Position: RM & RB

This Dutch footballer also performed very well in the 2023/2024 season and is one of the indispensable and important players of Bayer Leverkusen team. Thanks to his important contribution, German team maintained a 51-game winning streak and also led the team to Bundesliga championship and DFB-Pokal during this period.

Therefore, EA gave him an 84-point base card in FUT 25, which you can use during the new Evolution period. His overall rating before evolution is 84, and players can evolve him to an overall rating of 86 after completing tasks.

After evolution, his pace can reach 93, 83 defending, 86 dribbling and 83 passing, which allows him to play not only RM position in the game but also RB position.

So if your team lacks such a player, you can consider adding him to your team and evolving him to help you win games and get more $1.

3. Giovanni Di Lorenzo Card variant: Inform Position: RB

Giovanni Di Lorenzo is not only one of the strongest right-back players in Serie A, he is also the captain of Napoli.

In this FC 25 Winter Wildcards, his Card variant is Inform, which is also the best player you can choose from the Inform card you have.

After he completes the evolution, his overall rating can be increased from 85 to 86, and his pace can be increased to 90, 83 passing, 89 physical, 84 defending and 84 dribbling.

These data show that he has great potential as an RB and can help you win the game.

4. Denzel Dumfries Card variant: Inform Position: RB

Denzel Dumfries is also one of the very important players in Inter Milan. Inter Milan’s outstanding performance in the game is also inseparable from the efforts of the fullbacks in the team.

This player has an overall rating of 84 in the 2024/2025 season, but after evolving, it is expected to increase by another 2 points.

After completing a series of tasks, you have the opportunity to get an excellent player with 83 passing, 90 pace, 89 physical, 84 defending and 84 dribbling.

So, if you also want to lead your team to achieve good results in EA FC 25, you might as well consider evolving this Dutch player. He will increase your chances of winning games and give you a higher chance of getting FUT Coins to upgrade your team’s strength.

5. Julian Ryerson Card variant: Thunderstruck Position: RB

This Norwegian right back has created a brilliant performance for Borussia Dortmund in the 2024/2025 season and also achieved good results.

Thunderstruck card set by EA for him makes his various data in Ultimate Team more balanced. After you evolve him, his overall rating will go from 85 to 86.

He is perfect for RB position, as he is not only good at attacking but also very good at defending. After the evolution, his stats are 90 pace, 83 passing, 86 physical, 85 defending, and 84 dribbling.

6. Achraf Hakimi Card variant: Base Position: RB

This Moroccan player is known for his amazing speed, and as a result, he has become one of the best right backs in the world.

He is the best offensive right back you can find in Winter Wingback I Evolution. His overall rating before evolution was 84, and after evolution it can reach 86.

After the evolution, some of his highlights are: pace can reach 91, physical reaches 85, dribbling reaches 84, and defending reaches 83.

7. Marcos Llorente Card variant: Base Position: RM (RB Secondary Position)

This Spanish player may be one of your most cost-effective choices in this Winter Wingback I Evolution. Because he can not only play as RM, but you can also let him play as RB.

In this regard, the developer gave him an overall rating of 83, which can be increased to 86 after the evolution is completed.

Some of his basic numbers include 90 pace, 85 physical, 84 dribbling and 84 defending. Through these numerical information, you will find that you can use him to defend the opponent’s players in the game.

If you want to win more games by evolving the full-back in this evolution, then be sure to pay attention to the above 7 excellent players.

With the advent of EA Sports FC 25 update, defensive midfielders are widely used in multiple formations this season. They can play a role as additional cover when defending the game.

Sometimes in order to achieve the goal of scoring, CDMs can not only help the team complete the overall defensive task, but players in specific positions can also help pass the ball to various places on the court and play the role of the team’s core.

Therefore, in order to improve the winning rate of the game, it is best to choose defensive midfielders with great potential and sign them in the game. These players will show great development potential, so it is a very correct decision for you to firmly choose them among many CDMs.

In order to make your choice more convenient and more intuitive, EA Sports has released the top ten most promising defensive midfielders in this season.

But it is worth noting that this list only lists players with at least one overall development potential. The following is CDMs list update as of December, including overall ratings and potential for your reference.

10. Manuel Locatelli Overall rating: 83 Potential: 86

Manuel Locatelli’s overall rating has reached 83 in his first season. He can play a core role on the court and has become an indispensable part of Juventus.

The growth potential he showed in the game makes him expected to reach a potential of 86. He doesn’t even need one or two seasons to reach this predicted potential, and it is more likely to exceed 86 points.

So, if your team lacks such a CDM with strong passing ability, then Manuel Locatelli is a good choice for you in Career Mode.

9. Bruno Guimarães Overall rating: 85 Potential: 86

Bruno Guimarães has always been one of the most important players of Newcastle United. Brazilian player has shown extraordinary potential in the game and is an absolute magician on the court.

His overall rating can reach 85 and his potential can reach 86. For a CDM, Passing, Dribbling, and Physicality are essential skills.

From the data, Bruno Guimarães has outstanding skills in these aspects, and his data is very balanced.

If you are interested in him, then I will tell you another good news. He can not only play as a defensive midfielder but also perform well in the central midfielder position, which is very suitable for Box-To-Box role.

So if he joins your team, there will be a higher chance of completing your game tasks, winning $1 rewards.

8. Archie Gray Overall rating: 73 Potential: 87

Archie Gray, English rookie, may be the best young Defensive midfielder. The former Leeds United player has now joined Tottenham Hotspur and has performed impressively in the team.

Although EA gave him an overall rating of only 73, his predicted potential value reached 87, indicating that Archie Gray has extremely high development potential.

So if Origin Story you choose in this Career Mode is Return To Glory, then it is recommended that you recruit him. You can let him play as Right Back, but it is better to let him play as primary position.

7. Aleksandar Pavlović Overall rating: 76 Potential: 87

This German rising star prodigy, if you have seen him play for Bayern Munich before, then you will definitely find that his performance is very good.

Although his overall rating in EA FC 25 is 76, he has made a breakthrough and will serve the club regularly. This time, EA Sports predicts his potential value to be 87.

Aleksandar Pavlović is very good at defense. If your team lacks such a player, it is recommended that you consider choosing him to join the team.

He can easily regain the ball in the court, win the initiative, make the team more likely to win, improve your gaming experience, and win coins.

6. Kobbie Mainoo Overall rating: 78 Potential: 87

Kobbie Mainoo is very flexible and can play in different positions in the midfield. Therefore, he was a star player of Red Devils when he was young, and has always been a beacon of Manchester United, attracting much attention.

In EA Sports FC 25, his overall rating is 78, but his potential is as high as 87, and he only needs a few seasons to reach this potential.

If you prefer this kind of potential player, then he is a good choice. Under your training, Kobbie Mainoo is very likely to become a superstar player and lead your team to glory.

5. Morten Hjulmand Overall rating: 81 Potential: 87

This Danish midfielder already has all the good qualities to become a top player in the game. His performance in 2023/2024 season is very stable and plays an important role in the team’s game of winning.

This time, in 2024/2025 season, he still made a good start for the team and performed well in Sporting CP. Because of his outstanding performance, the developer gave him an overall rating of 81 and a potential of 87.

If you are looking for a mature CDM for your team in FIFA 25, then Morten Hjulmand must be a reliable and safe choice.

He is an excellent player worth investing in. So you need to have enough FUT 25 Coins to have him to improve your team’s strength.

4. Sandro Tonali Overall rating: 85 Potential: 87

Sandro Tonali has been admired by fans for his achievements at AC Milan and is considered one of the world’s prodigies.

Although he has suffered some setbacks since joining Newcastle United in Premier League, including a ban that has kept him from playing for several months.

But it is undeniable that he still achieved good results in Career Mode, so he is expected to return to the field strongly. In this regard, FUT 25 has an overall rating of 85 in his first season and a potential of 87, which shows that EA still has high expectations for him.

3. Moisés Caicedo Overall rating: 84 Potential: 88

Ecuadorian player performed well in Premier League and proved his value to Chelsea, a club that finally improved after a series of poor results.

His overall rating is 84, and the rating climbed to 85 in a few weeks. The final potential value given by the developers is 88, which also gives Moisés Caicedo more room for development.

According to his data, letting him play Holding or Deep-Lying Playmaker roles in your team’s games can better play his role. If you have him in your team, it will definitely increase the possibility of your team winning.

2. Aurélien Tchouameni Overall rating: 85 Potential: 88

Real Madrid is probably the strongest team in the world, with superstars in almost every position on the pitch, and Aurélien Tchouameni is one of them.

As a defensive midfielder, Frenchman has been serving the club and the national team for the past few seasons, performing very steadily, and there is still a lot of room for growth and improvement.

Therefore, his overall rating in FC 25 is 85, and his potential is set at 88. He is one of the players who is very worthy of your attention.

If you want to win more victories and win more coins, then boldly choose this player.

1. Declan Rice Overall rating: 87 Potential: 88

Arsenal has a very good record under the guidance of Mikel Arteta, and the players have played very exciting games. This result is largely due to the efforts of players like Declan Rice, who make winning games look easier.

With a rating of 87 at the start of Career Mode, he is one of the best CDMs you can sign in EA FC 25, and he requires a high transfer fee to join your team.

Although FIFA 25 currently sets his potential value at 88, he is expected to exceed this number with your specified development plan and game time. So he is definitely worth your investment!

The above are the 10 most promising and worthy CDMs in EA Sports FC 25. It is recommended that you choose the right player according to your needs.

At the same time, don’t be stingy with your investment, because they will bring greater returns, helping your team to win games more easily and get more rewards!

Attacking Apprentice Evolution in EA Sports FC 25 upgrades the strikers’ dribbling stats, attack positioning, curve, pace, and long shot. This gives players the opportunity to dominate the attacking half of the pitch in Ultimate Team and become world-class strikers.

To complete Attacking Apprentice Evolution, you need to perform different tasks using players that meet the requirements. You can choose up to one player character, and the player requirements are max 91 pace, max 86 overall, up to 9 playstyles, and four-star weak foot accuracy.

Below are some recommended players suitable for evolution. You can choose them accord to your needs.

1. Marcus Thuram

French player Marcus Lilian Thuram-Ulien has one of the best stats in Attacking Apprentice Evolution.

Marcus Thuram’s Evo Rating is 88 and Position is ST. This card has 86 dribbling, 85 shooting, 86 physicality, 91 pace, 54 defending, three-star skill moves and four-star weak foot accuracy.

Having weak foot accuracy enables this EA Sports FC 25 Player to shoot with both feet, and with his power shot playstyle, you can try to use him to score long-distance goals. Excellent offensive attributes also make Marcus Thuram a deadly finisher on the front line.

Marcus Thuram can combine with teammates and create scoring opportunities, which is a top quality for a striker.

2. Wout Weghorst

Wout Weghorst from Netherlands is a deadly striker. His Evo Rating is 88 and Position is ST. On his evolution card, his dribbling is 86, shooting is 87, physicality is 91, pace is 89, defending is 65, and three-star skill moves and four-star weak foot accuracy.

Wout Weghorst’s excellent physicality allows him to stand firm when in possession. His playstyle - power-header and jumping - can help him score goals when you deliver dangerous crosses, which will give your team an advantage and help you earn more $1 in the game.

3. Raheem Sterling

British player Raheem Shaquille Sterling has played for several major European clubs, such as Liverpool, Manchester City, Chelsea, and Arsenal.

Raheem Sterling’s Evo Rating is 88 and his Position is LM. Raheem Sterling’s shooting, speed, and dribbling are all excellent, making his card very suitable for attacking in the game. He can score goals himself and create more scoring opportunities for other FC 25 Players in your team.

After evolving Raheem Sterling’s card, you can safely arrange him to play as a left winger, right midfielder, left midfielder, or a striker. He will earn you a good match rating in each position.

4. Takefusa Kubo

After Attacking Apprentice Evolution, Takefusa Kubo is an excellent speedy midfielder. This player from Japanese is short, but balanced and extremely fast, which makes him very agile and can easily weave in and out of opponents.

Takefusa Kubo’s stats are excellent. Whether you deploy him as a winger, midfielder, or striker, you can see outstanding performance.

Takefusa Kubo’s Evo Rating is 88 and his Position is RM. In addition, he has some deadly playstyles - including finesse shot, flair, dead ball, first touch, the bruiser, and technical, which makes him very advantageous when defending.

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5. Wanderson

As one of the best left backs in the game, Wanderson’s evolution card attributes are both offensive and defensive, which makes this card very versatile. Although Wanderson is a 35-year-old defender, you can still safely arrange him as a striker. Having him can give your team an advantage on the field.

Wanderson’s Evo Rating is 88 and Position is LB. On his evolution card, his dribbling is 86, shooting is 87, physicality is 81, pace is 91, defending is 82, and he has four-star skill moves and four-star weak foot accuracy.

Wanderson’s whipped pass playstyle allows him to play deadly passes and crosses on the court.

6. Sidney Govou

Sidney Rodrigue Noukpo Govou is the first ultimate hero to get an upgrade. After evolving Sidney Govou, you will get its attractive offensive attributes.

Sidney Govou’s Evo Rating is 88 and Position is ST. You can deploy it as a wide midfielder or forward.

Sidney Govou’s good defensive attributes allow him to support the midfield’s offense and defense, and can play as a wide midfielder. Sidney Govou’s excellent explosiveness and physical fitness can also support him to run around on the wing and compete with opponents. Eventually, he will win the ball in FUT 25.

7. Taiwo Awoniyi

Taiwo Micheal Awoniyi is an excellent striker from Nigeria. Taiwo Awoniyi has received the highest rating in this evolution, and his new card is now among the best striker cards in Ultimate Team.

Taiwo Awoniyi’s Evo Rating is 88 and Position is ST. His dribbling is 86, shooting is 89, physicality is 89, pace is 90, defending is 44, and he has four-star skill moves and four-star weak foot accuracy.

Taiwo Awoniyi has excellent dribbling, pace, and clinical finishing, which, combined with his playstyle - including chip shot, press proven, power header, bruiser, power shot, and aerial, allows him to get into the opponent’s field and score multiple goals easily.

The attributes of the above 7 players after evolution are quite good. I believe they can add color to your team and help you win in EA FC 25!

For some time now, EA Sports FC and FIFA before it have led the football genre with few competitors. With the game regressing in some aspects and trying to squeeze as much money out of players every year, fans have expressed the desire to at least try UFL, a free-to-play football game with ‘fun’ at its core.

Since FIFA and FC are deeply rooted in the minds of fans around the world, it is difficult for UFL to occupy a place in the market. To gain market share, UFL must have a good gameplay experience that surpasses or catches up with FC 25 in many aspects. The question is, how does UFL compare to FC 25 at launch? Which football game is the better one? We will find out by analyzing several different key elements of the two games.

Gameplay

Gameplay is the real key. Since UFL is not a game that is released every year, but will be updated regularly, it needs to have a solid gameplay foundation. We saw eFootball struggle with this concept a few years ago, so it’s not an easy task.

Like FC 25, UFL has strengths and weaknesses. The game is a little clunky, with players taking some time to control the ball and turn, and shooting animations not always natural, but there’s a consistency and balance to the game that EA Sports FC can’t match.

The game is also very open, with long balls and aerial shots always an option as long as you have time in the midfield. Whether this is a strength of the offense or a weakness of the defensive design, time will tell, but the fun of UFL is undeniable. If the developers can improve the overall physics, the game will be much better.

Opinions on UFL will also change over time. Gameplay in FIFA and FC games always evolves over time as patches change things and the community learns what’s too strong. The same will happen with UFL over time, and if the gameplay is going to remain impressive, it will depend a lot on how the developers manage it over the long term.

Thanks to UFL, FC 25’s gameplay is the worst ever. While there have always been some overpowered mechanics, like this year’s finesse shot playstyle+ and cut backs in FC 24, the consistency and reliability of moment-to-moment gameplay has never been worse.

Weird player interactions, misplaced passes, and goalkeeper errors pop up in nearly every game. Tackling from behind is overpowered, high-depth plays trigger automatic offside traps, and AI ​​is downright stupid.

That last aspect is the most egregious, as players you don’t control are constantly out of position, both in attack and defense, making the game mode incredibly difficult to put together. Offensive players will run away from open goal opportunities, stay in offside positions, or ignore instructions related to their role.

While it’s hard to prove it, the constant stream of new features is overwhelming the game. Playstyles, roles, and FC IQ have all been added over the years, but gameplay has regressed. Something is wrong, and it’s up to EA Sports to fix it.

Graphics And Presentation

This is where UFL falls short. FC 25 was developed and distributed by a multi-billion dollar company with a history of nearly 30 years. UFL is a free-to-play game for the first time, so it’s no surprise that FC 25 looks better. However, the difference between the two is not as big as imagined.

Watching the entire pitch together, it’s hard to tell the difference between the two. Where UFL lags behind is in the overall presentation of match days, with less lively crowds, limited celebrations, and less fanfare at all times.

UFL also falls short of FIFA 25 in terms of player animations. While FIFA 25 is full of physics issues, players do move more smoothly and interact more seamlessly. For now, EA FC 25 wins in terms of graphics and presentation, but the competition is more intense than you might think.

Modes

It’s a bit unfair to analyze which game is better in terms of modes. EA Sports FC has had more time to design and launch new modes for players. However, more is not always better.

UFL is essentially the equivalent of Ultimate Team. You let players build their own team and then take that team into online competitions. There’s a weekend mode, similar to Champions in FC, and a ranked mode, similar to traditional ranking modes in shooters. Other than that, the game offers very few modes, although that’s by design.

FC 25 has career mode, Clubs, kick-off, online friendlies, and the various modes of Ultimate Team. Modes like Draft, Moments, and Squad Battles range from boring to abandoned, but there’s definitely a mode for everyone. UFL was designed with Ultimate Team competition in mind, so that’s where we should compare it. If they did branch out into other areas, we’d obviously like UFL to have a career mode, but the idea here is clearly to focus on online competitive play.

Monetization

UFL is a free-to-play game, while EA FC 25 will cost $60 if you get the standard edition at launch. Also, UFL is designed to last a long time, far longer than the annual cycle of EA series.

EA Sports has started to increase the number of promo packs you can get at any one time like crazy. Often, you can find promotional packs worth hundreds of dollars in stores, but paying for them doesn’t guarantee you’ll get any players. You open the packs with the slim hope of getting something good, but you may not actually get it.

But with $1, players will be able to build their fantasy team with more flexibility, using this virtual currency to access not only rare cards but also exclusive content such as exclusive skills and match passes, injecting more personalization options into the game.

In contrast, UFL’s monetization is more direct. You can get packs of skins by earning CP, which can improve the attributes of the players in your team. In addition, you can use any CP to get any player in the game. Each player has a specific CP price, so as long as you have enough coins, you can spend any currency on them.

While both games have pay-to-win elements, and the money you spend is directly related to the quality of your team, FC 25 is by far the worst culprit. You can clearly know which players your hard-earned money is spent on, which makes UFL far ahead in terms of monetization, and after all, it is a free game.

The Bottom Line

UFL has two advantages, price and time, as it is a service game rather than an annual paid version. Therefore, the developers can work hard to ensure that it continues to improve over time without players having to pay $60 for those improvements. In terms of presentation and mode, FC 25 is ahead, but it has had nearly 30 years to hone its craft.

But more importantly, UFL puts the fun and consistency of the game first. Since FC 25 is the worst in the series in a long time in terms of gameplay, now is the best time to improve its gameplay as soon as possible to take advantage of its advantages.

The above is a comparison of the relevant content of FC 25 and UFL. Which game do you prefer in your mind? If you are affected by the lack of certain props in the game, you can follow $1 giveaway channel, where we will regularly release free props information.

Thunderstruck is a very popular promotion in EA FC 25, which provides players with a way to earn additional upgrades by collecting Live cards. This means that over time, players can make their cards more powerful by participating in matches or completing missions.

Although these cards are initially ranked based on their ability, they still have the potential to become better over time. However, it is important to note that while these cards can be further upgraded. It does not completely change their role or importance in the game. Below is a guide to eight of the best players.

8. Federico Valverde–Real Madrid Weak Foot: Four Stars Skill Moves: Four Stars

As a star player for Real Madrid, Valverde has performed very well, and his price is accordingly high. He has been regarded as one of the best midfielders in recent years, and this Thunderstruck version of him is undoubtedly one of the best pre-Team of the Year cards.

Real Madrid links and Valverde’s flexibility to move from CM to CDM or RM make him a must-have card. If you can afford his price and want to be competitive in the higher online divisions, this card is definitely worth the investment.

7. Kevin De Bruyne–Manchester City Weak Foot: Five Stars Skill Moves: Four Stars

Kevin De Bruyne’s Thunderstruck card is one of the top cards in FC 25. Not only does this card have excellent technical attributes, it also comes with a powerful play style, Incisive Pass Plus, which allows him to deliver a lethal pass to his teammates with great accuracy. This passing ability is extremely valuable for any player looking to build a smooth offensive system.

However, it is worth noting that De Bruyne’s speed in the game is not his strong point. Compared to many other top midfielders, he is slightly lacking in acceleration and agility. In addition, the price of this card is relatively high, which may be a challenge for players with limited $1.

6. Viktor Gyokeres–Sporting CP Weak Foot: Five Stars Skill Moves: Four Stars

Viktor Gyokeres is widely regarded as one of the best strikers, and with his amazing speed and excellent physicality, he is one of the most hard players to defend in FC 25. His 88 shooting rating adds to the brilliance of this card.

Although Viktor Gyokeres is relatively cheap, it is important to note that because of the small number of Swedish players, you will find it difficult to play many Liga Portugal players alongside Viktor Gyokeres, which increases the difficulty of finding suitable teammates to support your striker.

5. Jules Kounde–FC Barcelona Weak Foot: Four Stars Skill Moves: Three Stars

Jules Kounde’s base card is one of the best choices for the right back position in FIFA 25 early on. And compared to Gyokeres, Kounde’s link ability is much stronger, as French player has some of the richest quality teammates to choose from.

Jockey is a great PlayStyle Plus for a right-back, as it allows you to more effectively control the attacking players advancing along the wing while maintaining the ability to change direction at any time. This flexibility makes Jockey an ideal choice for players who want to be solid in defense and actively participate in the front court activities in offense.

4. Nicolo Barella–Lombardia FC Weak Foot: Four Stars Skill Moves: Four Stars

Nicolo Barella’s Thunderstruck card surpasses other similar options in this guide with its excellent accessibility, value for money, and overall quality. Although Barella’s various attributes are not particularly outstanding in terms of statistics, he has consistently performed well in the game with excellent on-field movement and superb dribbling skills.

Despite his relatively small stature, this does not make Barella look inferior to his opponents. He has an extremely strong presence in the midfield area and can control the rhythm of the game through flexible position changes and precise passes.

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3. William Saliba–Arsenal Weak Foot: Three Stars Skill Moves: Two Stars

William Saliba is one of the best defensive players in Ultimate Team. Saliba has the special skill Anticipate PlayStyle Plus, which makes him one of the best options in the position. Although he is expensive, if players are willing to invest enough FIFA 25 Coins to obtain this card, then you will not have to worry about your center back position in the coming months.

As play styles change and are updated, players with multiple play styles often have an impact on the power curve. However, during such transitions, a few players like Saliba have been able to adapt well and continue to perform at a high level. Therefore, for players who are looking for long-term stability and reliability, investing in Saliba is undoubtedly a wise choice.

2. Marcus Rashford–Manchester United Weak Foot: Four Stars Skill Moves: Five Stars

This card has almost all the ideal characteristics that all attacking players dream of. First, Rashford’s link is very easy to activate, and players can flexibly use him in various game modes. In addition, he can also use Power Shot Plus.

Rashford’s speed, shooting and dribbling ability are all over 91 points, and these three key attributes make him almost omnipotent in the field. The only thing that may be considered a shortcoming is that his Weak Foot is not perfect, but this is just a minor flaw compared to his already very comprehensive ability.

Overall, for players who pursue extreme attacking power, although Marcus Rashford is expensive, the value he provides is definitely worth the investment.

1. Kylian Mbappe–Real Madrid Weak Foot: Four Stars Skill Moves: Five Stars

In fact, Kylian Mbappe is already one of the top dribblers in the game, and in other aspects, he is almost the perfect attacker. He is extremely fast, and he also has excellent shooting skills, accurate passing ability and flexible dribbling style. These characteristics combine to make Mbappe a hard existence to defend.

Besides the excellent attributes mentioned above, Mbappe also has a special ability, his “auras” and “jam”. When French striker breaks through the defense at an amazing speed, there always seem to be some incredible situations, such as offensive opportunities that should have been intercepted or destroyed but fell to his feet for various reasons and eventually turned into scoring opportunities.

If you haven’t tried to use the enhanced version of Mbappe to experience this almost invincible feeling, then it is strongly recommended that you give it a try.

In summary, the above eight players have their own characteristics, and each player has its irreplaceable value. It is recommended to carefully choose investment players according to your own situation. I hope this guide can help everyone better understand and use Thunderstruck promotion in EA Sports FC 25 and enjoy the fun of the game!