An SBC many players had skipped a month ago is suddenly back in the spotlight. The Thierry Henry Icon SBC has returned to the top of the Ultimate Team meta after EA Sports dropped a new Unlock the Dribble Evolution on Sunday. With the ability to upgrade select players to 99 dribbling and add elite playstyle pluses like Quick Step and Low Driven, this EVO has breathed new life into a previously overlooked Henry card.
If you’ve ever wanted to use Henry at his peak in FC 25, now might be the time. This combination of SBC and EVO is turning him into one of the best strikers in the game.
Unlock the dribble EVO brings the best out of Henry
The Unlock the Dribble evolution costs 125,000 coins and is available to 92-rated players. While the stat upgrades on pace, shooting and passing are limited, the payoff comes from a guaranteed 99 dribbling boost and the addition of high-value playstyle pluses. For many cards, this doesn’t feel worth the coins. But for Henry, it is a perfect fit.
This evolution pushes Thierry Henry into elite territory by giving him:
- 99 dribbling
- Quick Step Plus
- Low Driven
- Boosted agility and balance stats
- A refined attacking profile for modern meta gameplay
Previously, Henry’s strength was his pace and controlled lengthy feel on the ball. That changes slightly with the 99 dribbling upgrade, but what you lose in sprint mechanics, you gain in ball control and movement. Add Finesse Shot Plus if you have the playstyle consumable saved, and it completes the striker package.
SBC cost and total value
The Thierry Henry SBC sits at around 569,000 coins, and pairing it with the 125,000 coin cost of Unlock the Dribble brings the total to just under 700K. That’s still far less than what similar strikers on the market are selling for. If Henry’s upgraded version was available on the transfer market, it would likely cost over a million coins.
It’s not just about stats, either. The playstyle combo of Low Driven, Quick Step, and possibly Finesse Shot makes this Henry the most dynamic version available in FC 25.
Community reaction and price shifts
Henry’s popularity has surged since the EVO launched. Over the weekend, his other versions, including his Team of the Year card, took massive hits on the market. The base icon dropped from nearly 9 million to under 8 million. The TOTY version dropped from 1.5 million to 1.1 million.
Other strikers also dropped in value as players shifted toward crafting the new EVO version of Henry. Harry Kane fell from nearly 3.8 million to 2.9 million. Isak dropped from 795,000 to 600K. The reason is simple: people are trading in high-end finesse and low driven strikers to get the new Henry card, which now does both just as well or better.
Is it worth doing the Henry SBC now?
Yes, if you’re looking for an elite striker who can perform at a top-tier level for the rest of the game cycle. The total cost is more affordable than buying a striker with similar traits off the market. He’s also fully craftable through upgrade packs and fodder, especially with EA releasing new player picks and premium upgrades this week.
Not just Henry: evolution market continues to shape FC 25
While Henry is the main headline, the Unlock the Dribble EVO has opened the door for other chains too. Players like Neymar are being used with this evolution as part of a chain that includes Street Memories. For players with 88 to 90-rated cards, this new EVO offers an option to finish a chain with a flashy 99 dribbling stat.
However, the EVO isn’t for everyone. Many cards receive no meaningful upgrades outside of dribbling and may not benefit from the limited stat increases. You’ll want to use it on players that already have high pace, shooting and passing.
For those looking to maximize their investment, holding off on completing the EVO until you identify the right player might be the smart move.
SBC fodder prices going wild
While Henry and the new EVO dominate the headlines, the market is going through one of the biggest fodder shifts of the year. 89 and 90-rated cards went from unsellable at minimum price to extinct at max price within just a few days.
A new 90+ Icon Player Pick released on Sunday accelerated the surge. This SBC required exact card ratings rather than just team rating. It called for:
- 9x 86-rated
- 8x 87-rated
- 7x 88-rated
- 6x 89-rated
- 5x 90-rated
This requirement model, which started with Dybala and continued through player SBCs like Dumfries, has drastically changed the SBC fodder economy. Cards like De Bruyne, Kane and Bellingham are now capped at 30,000 coins, and even lower-rated golds are selling for nearly double their previous prices.
Investors are now turning to 91 and 88-rated cards as the next likely targets for EA’s SBC design. Cards like Rodri, Haaland and Valverde are already creeping upward in price. If EA continues using these specific rating models, the trend will continue.
Source and details
The Henry EVO’s effect on the market and gameplay has been covered extensively by FUT community figures including Futty Merlan, who shared examples of EVO chains and market reactions in real-time. You can check out ongoing updates and reaction threads here.
FAQs about Thierry Henry SBC and unlock the dribble EVO
Is Thierry Henry still available to complete?
Yes, his SBC is still active and costs around 569,000 coins.
Is the unlock the dribble EVO worth using?
Only for players who already have high stats. Best used on Henry.
Can I use Henry with Finesse Shot Plus?
Yes, if you apply a consumable after the EVO, the card becomes even better.
Why are 90-rated cards extinct?
The new Icon Player Pick SBC requires specific 90-rated players.
If you’ve been waiting for a reason to complete Thierry Henry, this is it. The combination of his SBC with the new Unlock the Dribble Evolution creates one of the most dominant striker builds in FC 25 right now.
