FC 26 Bryan Mbeumo POTM review: is the SBC worth completing? ⇒ FUTFC

The Bryan Mbeumo Player of the Month SBC in FC 26 Ultimate Team has sparked plenty of debate within the community. As Brentford’s star attacker earns his first special card of the year, many FUT players are wondering if this Game Changer+ version is worth spending coins or fodder on.

Mbeumo’s POTM comes with a solid 86 overall rating, offering 89 pace, 86 shooting, and 85 dribbling. His left foot remains a key weapon, and his explosive body type gives him sharp acceleration. However, questions remain about whether his 3-star weak foot and lack of top-tier playstyles like Finesse Shot+ or Tiki Taka+ make him a good value SBC option compared to other right-sided attackers in his price range.

Understanding Mbeumo’s Game Changer+ playstyle

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The Game Changer+ playstyle is unique. It enhances fancy and trivela shots, allowing Mbeumo to pull off curved or outside-foot finishes with higher accuracy. It can look flashy in highlights, but in FC 26’s slower, more tactical gameplay, its usefulness depends heavily on positioning and shot selection.

When used as a right striker or right winger, he occasionally triggers special shot animations, creating unpredictable finishes near goal. The issue is that these moments are rare, and without Finesse Shot+ or Advanced Forward, he sometimes lacks the smoothness and finishing consistency of more meta attackers.

He is quick, responsive, and can burst into space, but he occasionally feels limited in tight areas, especially when pressed.

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Best way to use Mbeumo in your squad

Mbeumo fits best as a right striker or inside forward in formations such as 4-3-2-1 or 4-1-2-1-2 (2). His 89 pace and 86 shooting make him reliable on the break, particularly if you use Hunter to enhance acceleration and finishing.

Using Finisher can improve his control inside the box, though it sacrifices some of his top speed. He can still perform well in possession systems, but his true strength is in counterattacking playstyles where space opens up for quick runs behind defenders.

Comparing Mbeumo to other right wingers in FC 26

To understand whether the SBC is worth it, it helps to compare Mbeumo with other similar-priced right wingers available on the transfer market. Below are some popular options within his value range and how they perform relative to him.

Christian Pulisic (87 Ultimate Scream, 63.5K coins)

Pulisic is one of the fastest right-sided attackers in this tier, with 99 pace, 90 dribbling, and a 4-star weak foot. He also has 5-star skill moves, which makes him far more unpredictable in one-on-one situations. His explosive acceleration and technical agility make him more dynamic than Mbeumo. If you prefer a creative winger who can dribble and skill past opponents, Pulisic offers much better value for fewer coins.

Ludovic Giuly (87 UCL Heroes, 72.5K coins)

Giuly’s Hero card has Finesse Shot and very balanced stats across shooting and dribbling. At 5’4″, his small frame makes him extremely responsive on the ball. He lacks physical strength, but his playstyle fits the FC 26 meta perfectly. Giuly provides the smooth ball control and precise finishing that Mbeumo sometimes lacks. Considering they cost nearly the same, Giuly is the safer choice for consistent gameplay.

Arda Güler (86 Ratings Reload SBC, 68.9K coins)

Güler’s card feels similar to Mbeumo’s in terms of price and stats but stands out with 88 passing and 87 dribbling, making him ideal for players who enjoy possession football. He also has a balanced 4-star skill and weak foot combination, which Mbeumo does not. If you want a playmaker-type winger rather than a finisher, Güler provides more versatility in buildup play.

Rodrygo (86 TOTW, 65K coins)

Rodrygo remains one of the most balanced wingers in this category, with 89 pace, 88 dribbling, and the ability to play on either flank. His 4-star skill moves and 4-star weak foot make him adaptable in different roles, and his shooting is consistent enough without special playstyles. Compared to Mbeumo, Rodrygo feels smoother on the ball and offers better finishing angles from both sides.

Bryan Mbeumo (86 PL POTM SBC, 72.5K coins)

Mbeumo’s advantages lie in his strength, aggression, and shooting power. His Game Changer+ can occasionally create special finishing moments, but he lacks the flair and finesse of other right wingers in this range. His 3-star weak foot is his biggest limitation, especially when compared to Pulisic, Rodrygo, or Güler, who are all more complete finishers and creators.

Is Mbeumo worth completing?

In short, Mbeumo is not a bad card, but his value depends on your needs. For Premier League teams looking for a direct, fast attacker who can occasionally pull off spectacular trivela goals, he is a decent short-term option. However, when compared with other players in his price bracket, he does not stand out as the best performer.

If you are building a Premier League squad and have untradeable fodder, completing him is acceptable, especially if you expect future Evolutions that might boost his weak foot or add new playstyles. But if you are paying full price, investing those coins in the transfer market gives you stronger options like Giuly or Pulisic, who both outperform him in fluidity and consistency.

Players who value reliable finishing, technical control, and versatility will likely get better results from alternatives. Mbeumo’s card feels fun and has personality, but it lacks the finishing precision needed for top-tier competitive play in FC 26.