FC 26 Players

EA FC 26's best and most exciting promotion is underway: Ultimate Scream! Ultimate Scream Team 1 lineup has been announced, featuring some fantastic cards.

Every promotion presents a great opportunity for trading and investing, and this one is no exception. However, you'll need to know how to leverage Ultimate Scream promo for investment and which cards to invest in.

Ultimate Scream Cards

Ultimate Scream cards are naturally the core of this promotion. Ultimate Scream cards are dynamic items. They randomly gain a stat boost (Pace, Dribbling, Shooting, Passing, Defending, Physicality) to 99 on a specific date, the most recent being November 5th.

The best time to invest isn't in holding cards until their stats upgrade, but rather in selling them early, taking advantage of market expectations. When the specific upgrade attributes are revealed through leaks or other means, market hype will peak, making it the best time to sell and earn FC 26 coins.

Investment Card Analysis And Risk Assessment

Since the upgradeable attributes of Ultimate Scream Players have not yet been announced, or rather, leaked, we cannot yet know which cards are most worth investing in. Therefore, the cards listed below are speculative.

High-Risk, High-Return Cards

The recommended choices below will only increase in value if they acquire the desired attributes. If these cards acquire undesirable attributes (such as 99 Passing), their value may decrease instead of increase.

86 OVR Thomas Müller (ST++/RM/CAM/RW)

• Pac: 83
• Sho: 87
• Pas: 86
• Dri: 86
• Def: 60
• Phy: 75

86 OVR Thomas Müller is a well-rounded attacking player—balanced in shooting, passing, and dribbling, and versatile in position, making him suitable for various formations and ideal as a False 9, Shadow Striker, or Playmaker. However, his pace is not particularly fast, which may make him appear sluggish against high-tempo metas. If he achieves 99 pace, he will be extremely destructive as a striker, potentially doubling his value.

85 OVR Juan David Cabal (CB++/LB/LM/LW)

• Pac: 82
• Sho: 50
• Pas: 80
• Dri: 76
• Def: 85
• Phy: 80

85 OVR Juan David Cabal is highly versatile, capable of playing both wing and central roles. His 80+ passing and 85 defense make him exceptionally rare among attacking full-backs. However, his 82 pace is only decent for a center-back, providing some tracking ability. If he achieves 99 pace, combined with his existing Anticipate+ playing style, he could potentially become a top-class center-back.

87 OVR Mbeumo (ST++/RM/RW)

• Pac: 89
• Sho: 87
• Pas: 81
• Dri: 86
• Def: 51
• Phy: 78

Mbeumo's Pace, Shooting, and Dribbling are all very good, placing him among the meta players. His Physical 78 is quite good for a small forward. However, it's currently worth around 200,000 coins and requires extremely high stats, such as 99 Dribbling, to significantly increase its value. This is a difficult price to achieve.

Low-Risk Cards

Low-risk cards generally have low value, typically around 10,000-16,000 FC 26 coins. They are close to being sold quickly, so even if the investment fails, the loss is limited. However, the potential for appreciation is relatively small, and because the entry barrier is low, many players already hold these cards, so there's no shortage in the market. Therefore, even if their value increases, you'll face fierce competition when trying to sell them.

Low-Risk Cards:

• 85 OVR Madison Haley RW++/RM/CAM/ST, approximately 13,000 coins
• 84 OVR Danny da Costa RB++/CB/RM/RW, approximately 18,000 coins
• 85 OVR Pablo Fornals CM++/CDM/RM/RW, approximately 14,000 coins
• 84 OVR Guela Doué CB++/RM/RW/RB, approximately 12,000 coins

It is recommended that you diversify your investments to balance risk. You can invest in both high-risk and low-risk cards, and do not focus on a single player. Even if only some cards achieve their desired attribute upgrades, the overall investment can still be profitable.

Timing Of Investment And Selling

The end of the weekend league (FUT Champions) is a good opportunity to accumulate cards, as many players open packs, increasing market supply and potentially lowering card values temporarily.

Once the official announcement or leaked information appears, market activity will gradually rise, allowing you to sell at the right moment - before the attributes are actually upgraded.

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Other Investment Opportunities

Low-Rated Card Investment

The game features repeatable SBCs, requiring a large number of 83 and 84 OVR cards, leading to consistently high demand. Simply opening player packs cannot meet the demand for these SBCs. The value of these cards will rise significantly from their long-term stable lows. These fuel cards are generally not very valuable. The OVR cards are worth approximately 750 coins, and the 84 OVR cards are worth approximately 1200 coins.

Evolution Card Investment

Evolution cards have already brought changes to several positions, such as LB (84 OVR Mendy), LW, and CDM (85 OVR García). Once the evolution of a position is announced, the value of related player cards will skyrocket due to demand. You can stockpile potentially suitable economy player cards in advance. Positions like RW, CAM, and ST have not yet seen targeted evolutions.

The above are the investment strategies during Ultimate Scream promotion. If you want to successfully earn coins in FUT 26 market, you need to pay close attention to game information and never miss the best trading time.

EA FC 26 Patch v1.1.0 had a significant impact on the game. Whether you like it or not, it's undeniable that player movement has become heavier and slower after the patch.

Executing intense attacks has become much more difficult, while defending has become much easier. This represents another shift in meta formations. Let's take a look at the impact of patch v1.1.0 on the game and the three most recommended meta formations.

Impact Of The Patch

The most significant change in patch v1.1.0 is the nerf to R1 Dribbling. This has reduced the value of players who rely on this skill. For example, Lamine Yamal's value plummeted to 138,000 FC 26 coins on the day the patch was released, and his value is unlikely to recover until the next patch that can restore R1 Dribbling's value is released.

On the other hand, the enhanced defensive tracking abilities of CMs and defenders, along with the increased speed of Jockey Playstyle, also represent a shift in offensive tactics.

General Offensive Techniques

The current offensive approach no longer relies on possession or crosses, but rather on quick, precise through balls, allowing forwards or wingers to penetrate behind the defense and create attacking opportunities.

This relies heavily on fast forwards and wingers, as well as midfielders with Incisive Pass and Tiki Taka Playstyles. Alternatively, the team can use the wingers to reach the byline, pass back to midfield, and utilize short-range Tiki Taka plays to find crosses or shooting opportunities.

When in possession, you can press L1 to direct your teammates to make forward runs, which often helps break the deadlock. If the offense struggles during a match, you can switch the forward's role from Advanced Forward to False Nine at any time to strengthen midfield connectivity.

Recommended Formation

No.3 4-4-2

4-4-2 formation's advantage lies in its defensive stability, with two parallel lines of four players and a compact structure. Furthermore, the two strikers constantly threaten the goal in the penalty area, facilitating the attack.

Tactics:

• Build-Up Play: Balanced
• Defensive Approach: High Pressure
• Defensive Depth: 70

Player Settings:

• LST (Attack): Advance Forward
• RST (Attack): Advance Forward
• LM (Attack): Inside Forward
• RM (Defend): Inside Forward
• LCM (Balanced): Playmaker
• RCM (Balanced): Playmaker
• LB (Defend): Fullback
• RB (Defend): Fullback
• LCB (Defend): Defender
• RCB (Defend): Defender
• GK (Balanced): Sweeper Keeper

Both the center backs and full backs require high pace, and the full backs are set to Defend to prevent counterattacks.

CMs are crucial and require excellent passing styles, such as Tiki Taka and Incisive Pass, to support the forwards in passing and attacking plays. Wingers, on the other hand, require absolute speed and are responsible for off-ball forward runs.

Strikers, if they require more support, can position one player as a False 9. Players with Incisive Pass, Finesse Shot, or Low Driven Shot playstyles are recommended.

No.2 4-4-1-1 Formation

4-4-1-1 formation builds on 4-4-2 by adding an Attacking Midfielder (CAM) to create a tighter attacking connection through the middle.

Tactics:

• Build-Up Play: Balanced
• Defensive Approach: High Pressure
• Defensive Depth: 70

Player Settings:

• ST (Attack): Advance Forward
• CAM (Attack): Shadow Striker
• LM (Attack): Inside Forward
• RM (Defend): Inside Forward
• LCM (Balanced): Box-to-Box
• RCM (Build-Up): Deep-Lying Playmaker
• LB (Defend): Fullback
• RB (Defend): Fullback
• LCB (Defend): Defender
• RCB (Defend): Defender
• GK (Balanced): Sweeper Keeper

CAM is a key position and must possess excellent passing playstyles such as Incisive Pass, Tiki Taka, and Pinged Pass. As long as you set his role to Shadow Striker, he'll penetrate the penalty area like a second striker.

The Striker requires Incisive Pass playstyle to complement through-ball tactics, and Advanced Forward or False 9 is recommended. To effectively utilize this formation, you need the right players. You can trade for the players you need on the trade market, but each player can cost tens or even hundreds of thousands of FUT 26 coins. Fortunately, IGGM is currently having a Halloween sale. Use the HW2025 promo code to get 8% off all coins and players you buy. This promo ends on November 5th, so don't miss out!

No.1 4-5-1 Formation

he 4-5-1 formation was already one of the strongest before the patch, and instead of being weakened after the patch, it has become even stronger. Its strong midfield control is excellent. The three CMs dominate the midfield, while the midfielders can effectively participate in both defense and attack, making it a perfect fit for the current through-ball style.

Tactical Settings:

• Build-Up Play: Balanced
• Defensive Approach: High Pressure
• Depth: 70 (adjust to 60 if defense is struggling)

Player Settings:

• ST (Attack): Advance Forward
• LM (Balanced): Inside Forward
• RM (Balanced): Inside Forward
• LCM (Balanced): Box-to-Box
• MCM (Balanced): Deep-Lying Playmaker
• RCM (Attack): Playmaker
• LB (Defend): Fullback
• RB (Defend): Fullback
• LCB (Defend): Defender
• RCB (Defend): Defender
• GK (Balanced): Sweeper Keeper

The only striker on your team should play with Incisive Pass style and be a good finisher. Wingers should ideally have a pace of 90 or higher, such as Nico Williams and Hansen.

One of the left or right CM can be set up as a set as a Box-to-Box Midfielder, capable of both attacking and defending. The middle CM is responsible for defensive linkage. The final CM can be given a free role, responsible for forward runs and key passes (like Sócrates).

While 4-5-1 formation may be considered a meta formation because of its strong midfield control and its strong compatibility with current through-ball play, 4-4-1-1 and 4-4-2 are also very compelling alternatives. The key to your success lies in configuring players with the right playstyle and attributes for your formation, and mastering advanced techniques like L1 manual movement.