Another week in EA FC 26 Ultimate Team means a fresh batch of Squad Building Challenges (SBCs) vying for your players and coins. While some are traps, others offer incredible value for your club. We’ve sifted through the latest releases to find the ones actually worth your time.
Let’s break down the current SBCs, not just by their requirements, but by their real-game impact and how to complete them without emptying your club.
The Standout: The “Must-Do” for Any Serious Squad
This is the SBC that’s got everyone talking, and for good reason.
What it is: [Example: 88-Rated Philippe Coutinho (CAM) – This is a placeholder. You MUST replace this with the actual, live SBC player name and rating when publishing.]
Why He’s Worth It:
This isn’t just another fodder card. With his 5-star skills, high agility, and boosted shooting/passing, this version of the player slots perfectly into a ton of popular league hybrids. He’s a massive upgrade over his gold card and acts as a perfect attacking central piece for squads built around [Mention a relevant league, e.g., La Liga or the Premier League]. For the cost, you’re getting a player who would be significantly more expensive on the transfer market.
How to Build the Squads Smartly:
Don’t Overpay: The market for 84-rated players might be inflated right now. Check your club first for untradeable duplicates.
League Hybrids are Key: Instead of buying expensive meta players from one league, mix and match. Pair a less popular league (like Ligue 1 or Bundesliga) with high-rated players from other leagues to meet the rating requirement cheaply.
Use Your Fodder: That 85-rated duplicate just sitting in your club? This is its perfect use. Always build from the bottom of your club upwards.
The Hidden Gem: High Reward, Lower Cost
This one might not be flashy, but it’s a fantastic asset for the long grind.
What it is: [Example: “League-Specific Player Pick Pack” – This is a placeholder. Use the actual SBC name, like a specific League Player Pick or a high-quality Pack SBC.]
Why It’s Worth It:
The potential upside here is huge. For a relatively low cost of mostly 83 and 82-rated players, you’re getting a chance at a top-tier card from a major league. Even if you don’t hit the jackpot, you’re likely to get a player that can be used in future SBCs, effectively recycling your value. It’s a low-risk, high-reward move that keeps your club’s economy flowing.
How to Build it Efficiently:
Raid your club for those low-level in-forms and 82/83-rated players you’ll never use in your main squad. This SBC is designed for them.
The One to Skip (This Week)
It’s just as important to know what to avoid.
What it is: [Example: The overpriced 85-rated Squad for a mediocre pack.]
Why It’s a Trap:
The cost simply doesn’t justify the reward. The players required to complete this SBC are worth more on the open market than the pack you’ll receive. You’re almost guaranteed to make a loss. Your coins and fodder are better saved for a more promising SBC later in the week.
Final Tactics: Managing Your SBC Grind
Completing SBCs without draining your resources is the key to long-term success.
1.Always Check Solutions: Before you submit, use the in-game concept player search to see if you can fulfill league/nationality requirements with cheaper, lower-rated players.
2.Patience Pays: If an SBC is live for multiple days, wait until a day when pack rewards are released (like Thursday from Rivals). More supply often means lower market prices.
3.The Coin Connection: Let’s be honest, the best way to tackle the high-value SBCs without stressing over your entire club’s inventory is to have a flexible coin balance. Being able to snipe a few key players from the market to complete a segment is a game-changer.
So, focus on the high-value SBCs this week, skip the obvious traps, and build smart. Which SBCs are you going for?