EA FC 26 - THE BEST PLAYERS FOR EVERY BUDGET - 06/02/2026

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), Maignan 88 (Inform), De Gea 89 (Time Warp), Lammens 88 (Future Stars)
  • CB: Tah 88 (Winter Wildcards), Giner 88 (FC Pro), Dier 86 (Winter Wildcards), Schlotterbeck 87 (Winter Wildcards), Hegazi 87 (FC Pro)
  • LB/RB: Beasley 88 (Future Stars), Nuno Tavares 87 (FC Pro), Espino 86 (Time Warp), Dumfries 89 (TOTY HM), Teze 87 (FC Pro)
  • CDM/CM: Scott 87 (Winter Wildcards), Thuram 87 (Winter Wildcards), Moutinho 88 (Time Warp), Calhanoglu 88 (Thunderstruck), Foudy 91 (Winter Wildcards)
  • CAM: Shaw 89 (Future Stars), Luna 89 (Future Stars), Mora 88 (Future Stars), Simons 88 (Primetime), Nusa 89 (Future Stars)
  • RM/RW: Rodman 88 (Winter Wildcards), Conceicao 89 (Future Stars), James 89 (Winter Wildcards), Madueke 86 (Winter Wildcards), Govou 87 (Winter Wildcards)
  • LM/LW: Schade 88 (Winter Wildcards), Coman 87 (Winter Wildcards), Lauriente 86 (Winter Wildcards), Diaz 89 (TOTY HM), Pires 89 (Unbreakables)
  • ST: Agyemang 89 (Future Stars), Nunez 90 (FC Pro), Pina 88 (Winter Wildcards), Hogh 87 (MOTM), Rodman 88 (Winter Wildcards)

 

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: Donnarumma 89 (Globetrotters), Buffon 91 (Icon), Casillas 91 (Icon), Kahn 91 (Icon), Endler 94 (TOTY)
  • CB: Gabriel 89 (Winter Wildcards), Kohler 90 (Winter Wildcards), Bright 94 (TOTY), Militao 88 (Primetime), Lacroix 87 (Winter Wildcards) 
  • LB/RB: Maatsen 89 (Primetime), Marcelo 89 (Icon), Cordoba 88 (Winter Wildcards), Walker 89 (Time Warp), Dalot 87 (Thunderstruck)
  • CDM/CM: Pedri 90 (Winter Wildcards), Guijarro 90 (Winter Wildcards), Anderson 89 (Future Stars), Kante 89 (Thunderstruck), Keane 88 (Time Warp)
  • CAM: Woltemade 90 (Future Stars), Alvarez 89 (Winter Wildcards), Muller 89 (Time Warp), Reus 89 (Time Warp), Messi 88 (Ratings Reload)
  • RM/RW: Salah 92 (Inform), Neto 88 (Thunderstruck), Olise 88 (Joga Bonito), Dembele 90, Al Owairan 86 (Scream)
  • LM/LW: Schelin 90 (Icon), Williams 89 (Winter Wildcards), Leao 86 (Scream), Garnacho 89 (FC Pro), Gakpo 89 (Primetime)
  • ST: Pichon 90 (Future Stars), Futre 89 (Scream), Williams 89 (Winter Wildcards), Tevez 89 (Unbreakables), Larsson 88 (Unbreakables)

 

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: Pacho 90 (TOTY HM), Saliba 90 (Primetime), Baresi 92 (Future Stars), van Dijk 90 (Globetrotter), Ferdinand 88 (Icon)
  • LB/RB: Carreras 90 (Future Stars), Bacha 94 (TOTY), Hernandez 88 (Thunderstruck), Carlos Alberto 92 (TOTY), Bronze 95 (TOTY)
  • CDM/CM: Rice 94 (TOTY), Seger 91 (TOTY), Bellingham 92 (Thunderstruck), Sawa 92 (Time Warp), Rodri 91 (Thunderstruck)
  • CAM: Fabregas 91 (Future Stars), Rooney 92 (TOTY), Putellas 92 (Thunderstruck), Dembele 91 (Winter Wildcards), Bonmati 91 (Joga Bonito)
  • RM/RW: Estevao 91 (Future Stars), Hansen 92 (Primetime), Doue 91 (Future Stars), Salah 92 (TOTY HM), Yamal 92 (TOTY HM)
  • LM/LW: Thompson 91 (Future Stars), Mbappe 91, Schelin 91 (Thunderstruck), Rashford 90 (Winter Wildcards), Best 91 (Winter Wildcards)
  • ST: Russo 97 (TOTY), Pajor 96 (TOTY), Drogba 91 (Future Stars), Kane 92 (TOTY HM), Pedro 89 (MOTM)

 

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), Kahn 91 (Icon)
  • CB: Stam 89 (Winter Wildcards), Saliba 94 (TOTY), Pacho 90 (TOTY HM), Vidic 89 (Unbreakables), 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: Fabregas 91 (Future Stars), Zico 92 (Winter Wildcards), Messi 90 (Time Warp), Maradona 96 (Thunderstruck), Rooney 92 (TOTY)
  • RM/RW: Hansen 95 (TOTY), Jairzinho 94 (TOTY), Estevao 91 (Future Stars), Hansen 92 (Primetime), Dembele 91 (Winter Wildcards)
  • LM/LW: Mbappe 92 (MOTM), Thompson 91 (Future Stars), Henry 93 (Winter Wildcards), Doue 91 (Future Stars), Schelin 91 (Thunderstruck)
  • ST: Morgan 93 (TOTY), Eusebio 92 (Thunderstruck), Russo 97 (TOTY), Pajor 96 (TOTY), Haaland 96 (TOTY)

 

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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