EA’s Fantasy FC League Mode Is Making Cards Skyrocket

EA Sports FC 25 has introduced a new game mode, Fantasy FC League, and it’s causing major waves in the market. This limited-time mode features insane rewards, drawing comparisons to FUT Champs—but during the week. While some rewards seem nearly impossible to reach, the hype surrounding the mode has driven up demand for certain cards, making them skyrocket in price. Players could have valuable assets sitting in their club without even realizing it.

The mode itself feels like an experiment from EA, possibly testing out a new competitive format that could influence future iterations of Ultimate Team. With market prices shifting rapidly and some unexpected movements in the SBC market, there are some serious opportunities for traders and investors to capitalize on.

Fantasy FC League Mode Shaking Up the Market

The biggest market shake-up comes from the Fantasy FC League mode itself. This mode has unique squad-building restrictions, limiting players to one 90-rated card, two 88s, and the rest 86-rated or lower. This has sent the prices of specific cards soaring.

For example, 82-rated Van de Ven went from 3,000 coins to 10,000 coins overnight, hitting extinction. Some Fantasy FC cards have seen extreme spikes, with players like Ramirez jumping from 230k to 600k, hitting max price range.

Traders should take note: these prices are likely to peak early in the week as players build squads for the mode. As the week progresses and players finish their games, these inflated prices could fall before rising again on Thursday when the next batch of 12 matches becomes available.

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Unlimited Icon Player Pick SBC Impacting Fodder Prices

One of the biggest surprises in the latest content drop was the return of the unlimited repeatable Icon Player Pick SBC, now featuring the new TOTS Icons. However, EA’s decision to keep base icons in the selection pool has affected market expectations. Many players hoped base icons would be removed, making the pick more valuable.

Instead, the SBC requirements (86, 87, and 88-rated squads) have pushed fodder prices down. High-rated fodder, especially 91-rated cards like Rodri and Haaland, has taken a nosedive. These cards were trading at around 56,000 to 57,000 coins but have now crashed to just 41,000 coins.

This is largely due to the expiration of the Kylian Mbappé Player of the Month SBC, which previously drove demand for high-rated fodder. Without another massive SBC requiring 89 and 90-rated squads, these cards could drop even further, possibly into the 30k range. Traders should be cautious when investing in high-rated fodder unless EA releases a new premium player SBC that requires those cards.

Market Opportunities and Investment Strategies

With such a chaotic market, there are several investment opportunities to consider:

• Sell Overpriced Cards Now – If you have any 86-rated or lower cards that fit the Fantasy FC League mode and have surged in price, now is the time to sell. Some cards have doubled or even tripled in value, and prices will likely dip before Thursday.
• Monitor Fantasy FC Specials – Live cards, particularly ones with strong upgrade potential, are always a hot commodity. Daniël Malen is a prime example—his price has remained steady despite the rest of the promo team dropping. If he gets an upgrade after Borussia Dortmund’s next game, his price could shoot up.
• Team of the Week Investments – TOTW cards are currently hovering around 12,000 to 13,000 coins. With the 83+ x10 and similar SBCs dropping every Tuesday, these cards should rise to at least 15,000-16,000 coins by midweek. Investing in high-rated informs, like Dolberg, could be a safe way to secure profits.

Will Fantasy FC League Become a Permanent Mode?

Many in the community are speculating that this mode could be a test run for something bigger. EA has been under pressure to introduce a new competitive mode outside of Rivals and FUT Champs. The Fantasy FC League Mode is unlike any friendly mode we’ve seen before—it has a limited number of games, elite-tier rewards, and a competitive structure similar to FUT Champs.

If engagement numbers are strong, this could signal a shift in how EA approaches competitive play in future FC titles. For now, the mode is a great way to earn valuable packs and test out new players.

Monday’s Content and What to Expect Next

Looking ahead, we could see more SBC content this week, including a potential player pick SBC. The return of the 80+ player pick (1 of 3) would be a welcome addition, allowing players to grind upgrades efficiently. An evolution SBC could also be on the horizon, though EA has already introduced several Evo objectives, so we may not see a new one immediately.

Additionally, the Road to the Final promo looms on the horizon, with confirmed card designs already circulating. With Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League knockouts underway, EA could introduce new live items similar to past RTTF promos.

For now, the focus remains on the Fantasy FC League Mode and the wild market movements it has caused. If you’re looking to make coins, now is the time to capitalize on inflated prices before the next wave of content drops.

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