EA FC 26 - THE BEST PLAYERS FOR EVERY BUDGET - 19/02/2026

Despite the passing of years, the essence of Ultimate Team mode remains collecting powerful cards of your favorite soccer players, both historical figures and contemporary stars.

We're talking about icons such as Pelé, Maradona, Zidane, Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Ronaldo Nazário – the list is practically endless. But these top cards always come at a high price. So it all depends on your budget and the number of FC Coins you have or intend to earn.

In Ultimate Team 26, the selection of player cards is really wide, so we've prepared a special ranking to help you find the best players in EA FC 26, perfectly suited to your financial capabilities. We will advise you on how to invest wisely to strengthen your team – regardless of whether you have a modest amount of coins or are willing to spend more on elite cards.

 

THE BEST PLAYERS TO 200K FC 26 COINS

You don't need to invest huge amounts of FC Coins to build a strong team in EA Sports FC 26 Ultimate Team. Smart options costing less than 100,000 FC 26 Coins will allow you to put together a squad that can compete at the elite level. Here are our recommendations for each position:

  • GK: Rulli 87 (Winter Wildcards), Oblak 89 (Thunderstruck), Martinez 88 (Royality), Lammens 88 (Future Stars), Roefs 87 (Future Stars)
  • CB: Tah 88 (Winter Wildcards), Giner 88 (FC Pro), Zagadou 85 (Winter Wildcards), Pavard 88 (Royality), Hegazi 87 (FC Pro)
  • LB/RB: Scott 89 (Future Stars), Ona Batlle 90 (Royality), Mendy 87 (Royality), Bompastor 88 (Winter Wildcards), Wesley 88 (Future Stars)
  • CDM/CM: Calhanoglu 88 (Thunderstruck), Guimaraes 89 (Royality), Foudy 91 (Winter Wildcards), Beckham 89 (Thunderstruck), Anderson 89 (Future Stars)
  • CAM: Uzun 89 (Future Stars), Marta 90 (Royality), Eli Kroupi 89 (Future Stars), Luna 89 (Future Stars), Matsukubo 89 (Future Stars)
  • RM/RW: Akliouche 88 (Future Stars), Hoenes 88 (Royality), Conceicao 89 (Future Stars), Olise 88 (Joga Bonito), Rodman 88 (Winter Wildcards)
  • LM/LW: Diomande 88 (Future Stars), Nusa 89 (Future Stars), Diaz 89 (TOTY HM), Philogene 87 (Future Stars), Coman 87 (Winter Wildcards)
  • ST: Agyemang 89 (Future Stars), Makaay 89 (Royality), Pichon 90 (Future Stars), Hurst 90 (Royality), Suker 89 (Royality)

 

BEST PLAYERS FROM 200K TO 500K FC 26 COINS

The mid-range price category in EA FC 26 Ultimate Team may be an attractive option for you. These players combine advanced attributes with moderate cost ranges and can be a great addition to your team. Here are our top recommendations for each position:

  • GK: Trubin 88 (MOTM), Buffon 91 (Icon), Casillas 91 (Icon), Kahn 91 (Icon), Endler 94 (TOTY)
  • CB: Bright 94 (TOTY), Jones 91 (Royality), Carvalho 89 (Future Stars), Kohler 90 (Winter Wildcards), Gabriel 89 (Winter Wildcards)
  • LB/RB: Cordoba 88 (Winter Wildcards), Hernandez 88 (Thunderstruck), Carvajal 89 (Time Warp), Zanetti 91 (Unbreakables), Walker 89 (Time Warp)
  • CDM/CM: Fernandez 91 (Royality), Scholes 91 (Future Stars), Gerrard 90 (Royality), Tonali 88 (FC Pro), Guijarro 91 (TOTY HM)
  • CAM: Paz 90 (Future Stars), Lopez 90 (Future Stars), Woltemade 90 (Future Stars), Havertz 91 (Royality), Hagi 90 (Royality)
  • RM/RW: Diani 91 (TOTY HM), Salah 92 (Inform), Williams 89 (Winter Wildcards), Neto 88 (Thunderstruck), Inaki 87 (Unbreakables)
  • LM/LW: Reus 89 (Time Warp), Musiala 89 (Thunderstruck), Garnacho 89 (FC Pro), Miyama 91 (Winter Wildcards), Di Natale 89 (Scream)
  • ST: Osimhen 90 (Royality), Joao Pedro 89 (MOTM), Suarez 89 (Time Warp), Alvarez 89 (Winter Wildcards), Pina 88 (Winter Wildcards)

 

BEST PLAYERS FROM 500K TO 2000K FC 26 COINS

We are moving on to the higher price category, which means you will have to invest more funds. Here are our top recommendations for each position:

  • GK: Donnaruma 95 (TOTY), Yashin 93 (TOTY), Buffon 91 (Icon), Casillas 91 (Icon), Kahn 91 (Icon)
  • CB: Baresi 92 (Future Stars), Calafiori 90 (Future Stars), Carlos Alberto 92 (TOTY), Williamson 95 (TOTY), Vidic 89 (Unbreakables)
  • LB/RB: Carreras 90 (Future Stars), Bacha 94 (TOTY), Bronze 95 (TOTY), Kounde 94 (TOTY), Cafu 92 (Winter Wildcards)
  • CDM/CM: Rice 94 (TOTY), Seger 91 (TOTY), Rodri 92 (Royality), Iniesta 93 (Royality), Abily 92 (Future Stars)
  • CAM: Putellas 92 (Thunderstruck), Griezmann 91 (Royality), Fabregas 91 (Future Stars), Dembele 91 (Winter Wildcards), Rooney 92 (TOTY)
  • RM/RW: Hansen 92 (Primetime), Doue 91 (Future Stars), Salah 92 (TOTY HM), Yamal 92 (TOTY HM), Smith 91 (Future Stars)
  • LM/LW: Thompson 91 (Future Stars), Kvaratskhelia 91 (Royality), Rashford 90 (Winter Wildcards), Schelin 91 (Thunderstruck), Mbappe 91
  • ST: Pajor 96 (TOTY), Drogba 91 (Future Stars), Muller 93 (Royality), Russo 97 (TOTY), Puskas 93 (Winter Wildcards)

 

BEST PLAYERS TO 5000K FC 26 COINS

This is the elite among the elite. In this category, you will find players who are literally drowning in excellence! With their help, you are sure to reap all the laurels and get the most out of the game! Here are our top recommendations for each position:

  • GK: Donnaruma 95 (TOTY), Yashin 93 (TOTY), Rulli 87 (Winter Wildcards), Endler 94 (TOTY), Trubin 88 (MOTM)
  • CB: Saliba 94 (TOTY), Huijsen 91 (Future Stars), van de Ven 90 (Royality), Baresi 92 (Future Stars), Maldini 93 (Thunderstruck)
  • LB/RB: Mendes 97 (TOTY), Carreras 90 (Future Stars), Bacha 94 (TOTY), Carlos Alberto 92 (TOTY), Bronze 95 (TOTY)
  • CDM/CM: Vitinha 95 (TOTY), Mariona 96 (TOTY), Rice 94 (TOTY), Pedri 95 (TOTY), Xavi 93 (Future Stars)
  • CAM: Maradona 96 (Thunderstruck), Zidane 95 (Winter Wildcards), Zico 92 (Winter Wildcards), Karl 91 (Future Stars), Iniesta 93 (Royality)
  • RM/RW: Hansen 95 (TOTY), Jairzinho 94 (TOTY), Estevao 91 (Future Stars), Doue 91 (Future Stars), Garrincha 93 (Time Warp)
  • LM/LW: Thompson 91 (Future Stars), Kvaratskhelia 91 (Royality), Hazard 92 (Future Stars), Vini Jr. 92 (Royality), Griezmann 91 (Royality)
  • ST: Haaland 96 (TOTY), Pajor 96 (TOTY), Hamm 94 (Royality), Morgan 93 (TOTY), Drogba 91 (Future Stars)

 

FAQ - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Are women also included in the ranking?

Yes, the above list includes both male and female players.

 

A lot of talk, but how can I avoid making a mistake when looking for a specific player card?

In the above ranking, we have listed players by the names that actually appear on their cards in Ultimate Team 26. Next to the names is a number that indicates their overall rating in the game. In parentheses is the name of the promo from which the cards originate. We always check that the players we list do not overlap in any way, so that you don't end up with the wrong card. All you have to do is follow the three parameters mentioned above, such as name, overall rating, and promo name, and you will definitely find the cards in the game.

 

Are these really the best picks? How can you find them, and is this list even up to date?

The list of players presented here is updated monthly by our Ultimate Team expert. He is a professional player, and each list we present here is based on his experience, knowledge, and thorough analysis of the latest information from the internet/social media, which is carried out before each update of our article. This guarantees that when you use the content of this article for your own benefit, you are using the latest solutions based on the current game meta.

 

I have a limited budget and can't spend it on coins, but I have the time and desire to play. What can I do?

Playing the game regularly is a great way to accumulate larger amounts of FC 26 Coins over time. By playing regularly, you will earn exchangeable rewards that can be easily converted into FC Coins. After some time, you can build a solid team that you can gradually improve. Remember that you can also start trading, which can speed up your progress.

 

I want to be the best in UT! I have the cash and the time, so let's get started! But where do I begin?

You can start by purchasing FC 26 Coins in our store and take advantage of our promotions, which are regularly published on our homepage supercoinsy.pl. Once you have a sufficient supply of FC Coins, simply go to the transfer market in the game and buy the premium cards we mentioned in this article.

 

CONCLUSION

When building a powerful team in Ultimate Team, you should carefully consider both your budget and your choice of players.

Budget player cards show that you can compete without spending a lot of money. However, the mid-range players mentioned above can provide better performance while remaining affordable. On the other hand, the best players in the game obviously cost more, but they can completely change your game with their impressive stats and PlayStyles.

Remember that your FC Coins balance can grow with regular play, regardless of your budget. You can also simply buy FC 26 Coins if budget is not an issue for you.

Regardless of your choice, we hope you find this guide helpful and wish you the best of luck in Ultimate Team 26!

 

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