FC 25 Ultimate Team: Your Guide to the Max 87 Icon SBC & Top 5 Picks for 2026

OMG, the first Icon SBC in EA Sports FC 25 Ultimate Team is finally here! 🤯 As we dive into the 2026 season, snagging an Icon is still the ultimate flex and game-changer for your squad. The catch? This upgrade has a max rating of 87, so while you won't be pulling a Ronaldo or Ronaldinho, there are some sneaky-good legends waiting for dedicated grinders like us. Let’s break down how to complete it and which Icons are an absolute W.

How To Complete The Max. 87 Rated Icon Upgrade SBC

This Icon SBC requires three squads to complete, but here’s the tea: the second and third are basically mirrors of each other. The first squad needs a slightly lower-rated team but demands a Team of the Week card, while the other two just ask for one 87+ rated player each. The goal? Spend as few coins as possible, obvi. Try to use players chilling in your club or SBC storage first!

Here’s the squad breakdown and my recommended completion strategy:

Squad Requirements	Approx. Price (Console/PC)	Best 11 Cards To Complete (Template)
85-Rated Squad +1 TOTW Card	~55k coins (Console) ~50k (PC)	• 1x 87-rated TOTW • 1x 86-rated • 2x 85-rated • 6x 84-rated • 1x 83-rated
86-Rated Squad (x2) +1 87+ Card each	~86k/80k coins per squad	• 4x 87-rated • 1x 86-rated • 1x 85-rated • 4x 84-rated • 1x 83-rated

Pro tip: If you're using coins, follow those templates. But always check your club first! You might need to tweak players to hit the exact rating. It’s all about that value, hun. 💅

The Best 87 Or Lower Rated Icon Cards In FC 25 for 2026

Don't sleep on these Icons just because they're 87 or lower! There are 24 in the pool, and some are low-key OP for the early game meta. Here’s my curated top five you'd be blessed to pack, plus some honorable mentions for 2026.

1. Fernando Torres (87) - The Clinical Finisher

   • Why he's a must: Hands down, one of the best attackers you can get. His Poacher++ Role in FC 25 is insane, and with 4★/4★ skills/WF plus Finesse Shot+, he's a cheat code in front of goal. Perfect for breaking down those sweaty defenses early on.

   • Best for: Your main ST. He will carry your attack.

2. Claude Makelele (87) - The Midfield Pitbull

   • Why he's a must: Forever the GOAT small defensive midfielder. He's quick, has unreal interceptions, and makes your transition play so smooth. He won't score bangers, but he'll win you the ball back constantly. A true game-changer for controlling the midfield.

   • Best for: CDM in a 4-2-3-1 or 4-1-2-1-2 (2). Your defense's best friend.

3. Frank Rijkaard (87) - The Ultimate Versatile Beast

   • Why he's a must: The definition of a complete player. Can play CDM or CB at a high level. Comes with Intercept+, Lengthy acceleRATE, and even a Power Shot with a 4★ weak foot if you want to push him forward. His versatility is unmatched in this SBC.

   • Best for: Any defensive role. He slots in wherever you need him most.

4. Nemanja Vidić (87) - The Defensive Wall

   • Why he's a must: The gold standard for pure, dominant centre-backs. Tall, strong, fast, and with Slide Tackle+ and Aerial, he's a nightmare for any attacker trying to get past or over him. He will solidify your backline like no other.

   • Best for: Your starting CB. Pair him with a quicker partner for the perfect duo.

5. Gianfranco Zola (87) - The Agile Magician

   • Why he's a must: The second-best offensive pull after Torres. Extremely quick and agile, with great dribbling and Finesse Shot+. He can play CAM or ST, making him super easy to link and fit into hybrids. His finesse shots are chef's kiss.

   • Best for: CAM in a 4-2-3-1 or secondary ST in a two-striker formation.

Honorable Mentions & The Pack Reveal Tea ☕

Beyond the top 5, there are other solid picks like Robert Pirès, Emmanuel Petit, John Barnes, and Gianluca Zambrotta. They can all do a job in your starting XI or be fantastic super-subs.

Now, for the big reveal moment! When you open that pack, the flag can give you a hint:

• 🇫🇷 France Flag? That's a major W! You're almost guaranteed a fantastic player from the list above.

• 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Wales or 🇦🇷 Argentina Flag? Okay, don't get too excited... You're likely getting one of the cheaper, lower-impact Icons in the pool. It’s not an L, but maybe not the big dub you hoped for.

Completing this SBC is a bit of a grind, but getting one of these Icons can totally transform your FC 25 Ultimate Team experience in 2026. Good luck, and may your pack luck be blessed! 🍀 #EAFC25 #UltimateTeam #IconSBC #FC25Grind #GamingTips