Thierry Henry 92 Immortals SBC Review in FC 25

The 92-rated Thierry Henry Immortals SBC has finally landed in EA Sports FC 25 Ultimate Team. Priced at roughly 1.2 million coins worth of fodder, players are debating whether this version of Henry is worth the massive investment, especially when a superior Team of the Year version already exists in-game.

Despite being a 4★ skill moves / 4★ weak foot card, the unique trait that makes this SBC card stand out is the Driven Shot+ playstyle. For players mastering low-driven finishes and quick-trigger shots, this specific trait might be the single factor that carries the SBC into “usable” territory within the current meta.

What Makes This Henry Special?

This iteration of Thierry Henry comes with high base stats in key areas, such as:

  • 95 Finishing
  • 92 Pace
  • 88 Shot Power
  • 90 Positioning
  • 86 Dribbling, but with only 80 Balance and 84 Agility

His playstyles and playstyle+ include:

  • Driven Shot+
  • Rapid+
  • Technical
  • First Touch
  • Flare

However, one major downgrade from the TOTY version is the removal of Press Proven+. This noticeably impacts his dribbling responsiveness, making certain chemistry styles like Engine more viable to counteract the loss.

Best Chemistry Styles for Immortals Henry

The most effective chemistry styles depend on your playstyle, but here are the two standouts:

  • Engine – Improves agility and balance, allowing for better left-stick dribbling and tighter turns. Works well with DrivenShot+ to create fast, sharp attacks.
  • Basic – Keeps him Lengthy while providing boosts to dribbling, passing, and shooting. Especially useful for power runners and those who rely on trigger shots in straight lines.

Interestingly, even on a Basic chem style, Henry retains the Lengthy AcceleRATE type and still benefits from boosted shot power and finishing—making Driven Shot+ extremely reliable.

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In-Game Performance: Striker vs. Left Wing

While the card can play both ST and LW, Henry truly shines in the central striker position. Using him as a lone forward in a 4-2-1-3 formation yielded the best results. His attacking AI with Advanced Forward+ and the ability to exploit narrow spaces using low-drivens was highly effective.

As a left winger, the lack of a 5★ weak foot and subpar passing playstyles limits his creative output. Most of the user’s success came from first-touch driven strikes—something more suited to central areas of play.

What You’ll Love

  • Deadly Driven Shots — These are the heart of the card. With the Driven Shot+ playstyle, even average angles become goal-scoring chances.
  • Positioning — Advanced Forward+ puts Henry in dangerous zones consistently.
  • Unique Feel — Even though the stats don’t scream elite, his animation set and movement still offer a level of uniqueness.

What You Won’t Love

  • Missing Press Proven+ — Dribbling can feel sluggish under pressure.
  • Only 4★/4★ — In a meta where top attackers have 5★ weak foot or skills, Henry is behind the curve.
  • High SBC Cost — 1.2 million in fodder for a downgraded version of a TOTY icon is a hard sell.

How Driven Shot+ Saves the Card

The main reason why this version of Henry doesn’t fall completely flat is his Driven Shot+ playstyle. With current goalkeeper mechanics and manual movements, low-driven shots are extremely effective. Henry’s shooting animation allows for quick pop shots after the first touch, making him an ideal striker for players who play on reaction.

In most scenarios, users scored 80–85% of goals using the low-driven mechanic. Even without a finesse shot trait, Henry’s Driven Shot+ lets him score with consistency. If he lacked this playstyle, community feedback suggests he would be practically unusable at this stage of the cycle.

You can view Henry’s full stats and compare him to his TOTY version on FUTBIN.

Should You Complete the SBC?

Here’s the breakdown:

  • Cost: ~1.2 million coins worth of fodder
  • Availability: 60 days
  • Verdict: Great animations, excellent shot mechanics, but lacks competitive edge for this stage of the game

If you’re an Arsenal fan, a Thierry Henry fan, or you love the Driven Shot meta, this card will still score goals for you. But if you’re a competitive player saving for Team of the Season upgrades, this might be better as a loan test first.

Looking for better value upgrades? Check out our analysis of the Tú Eres Mi Ídolo Evolution — a free alternative with strong playstyle boosts via SBC.