The FC 25 community is buzzing as the first confirmed leaks for the upcoming FUT Immortals promo have landed, and they’re massive. Leading the way is the return of Ronaldo Nazário, who will headline the promo as a new Immortals icon card. This year’s Immortals is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated events in Ultimate Team, with leaks confirming the return of packable icons and heroes only in packs for the duration of the promo.
This concept, originally seen in past promos like Trophy Titans and Golazo, delivers a completely different pack-opening experience. Instead of sifting through low-end golds and minor team of the week players, every pack has a chance of producing an icon or a hero. And for many players, that’s exactly the kind of thrill FUT has been missing.
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Big bro and little bro system returns
According to multiple reliable leakers including FutSheriff on Twitter, the promo will bring back the popular “big bro” and “little bro” system from previous icon and hero promos.
- Big bro cards feature top-tierstats, multiple PlayStyle+ abilities, and will likely be rare in packs
- Little bro cards are more common, lower-rated versions of the same icons or heroes, and still highly usable
🚨Immortals PROMO comes this Friday
✅Only Heroes & Icons
✅ New EVOS
✅ R9 is confirmed (predicted stats)
✅ Baby Versions ( Also coming as SBC)
We will be there🔥🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/avigQtIsWM— Fut Sheriff (@FutSheriff) April 1, 2025
This split means players will see a much wider range of icons and heroes when opening packs, while still chasing the elite versions of players like R9, Beckenbauer, or Van Persie. The fun twist? You won’t always know which one you’re getting until the card appears on your screen. That tension adds a layer of excitement FUT players love.
Confirmed icons and heroes for FUT Immortals
As of now, R9 is the only fully confirmed leak, but Franz Beckenbauer is also expected after being added to the FC 25 database a few weeks ago. EA previously announced Beckenbauer’s inclusion in FUT, and Immortals seems to be the perfect time to drop his new card.
In addition, FutSheriff teased that baby versions (little bros) may be released as SBCs. That could be a great value for players wanting to add iconic names to their squads without relying on pure pack luck.
A recent post by ASY FUT on Twitter highlighted several heroes who haven’t received a special card yet in FC 25. That list includes:
- Ji-sung Park
- Peter Crouch
- Jean-Pierre Papin
- Tomas Brolin
- Lars Ricken
- Jorge Campos
These players are heavily rumored to feature in the promo, which would bring long-awaited attention to some of FUT’s most underrated heroes.
Immortals promo will shake the FUT market
With only icons and heroes available in packs, Immortals historically causes major market shifts. High-end icons not included in the promo tend to crash in price due to panic selling and shifts in demand. In fact, R9 has already dropped over 1 million coins since the leak.
In previous years, players like Roberto Carlos, Thierry Henry, and Cafu saw massive price swings around similar promos. Expect a repeat of that pattern in FC 25, especially once more icons are confirmed for the Immortals squads.
The promo also affects the meta, since previously mid-range cards are replaced by affordable icons and heroes. Think 400K Drogba, 500K Kaka, or a 300K Sol Campbell with elite PlayStyles. Players who may have been priced out of the top-tier market can now afford legends in their squads.
Immortals upgrades: three PlayStyle+ expected for elite cards
Another expected highlight is the inclusion of three PlayStyle+ abilities on select big bro versions of the top-tier cards. These upgrades were seen last year during the Trophy Titans and Golazo events and made cards like Kaka and Gullit some of the best in the game.
The R9 leak suggests a 94-rated card with three PlayStyle+ upgrades, including Finesse+, Technical+, and Rapid+ (predicted). While these stats are not confirmed, the expectation is that top-end icons will be juiced to match the late-game power curve.
Additionally, some of the leaked icons and heroes could fit into evolutions, giving them even more long-term potential.
See how TheFutAccountant anticipates the upcoming promotion here.
SBCs, evolution leaks, and other details
Leakers are also expecting Immortals-themed evolutions and SBCs to drop alongside the promo. These evolutions will likely be centered around icons and heroes and may allow players to take little bro versions to another level.
The first leaked icons suggest that R9 will not be available via SBC, but baby versions of other icons may be. This setup mirrors how EA previously handled cards like Fernando Torres and Dempsey in past promos.
Why FUT players should save their packs now
With Immortals dropping Friday, many players are now saving all their major packs, especially high-value ones like 84×7 and 83×10. Every pack you open during this promo could land you an icon or hero. That’s a rare chance in FC 25 and it’s why the hype is through the roof.
Add in the fact that promo pack weight for these cards is usually significantly higher than standard icon packs, and it’s easy to see why this is one of the best times all year to rip packs.
FAQ: FUT Immortals promo leaks and details
What is the Immortals promo in FC 25?
A special event where only icons and heroes are available in packs.
Who is confirmed for Immortals?
Ronaldo Nazário and Franz Beckenbauer are the only confirmed players so far.
What are big bro and little bro cards?
High-rated and lower-rated versions of the same icon or hero.
Can you get Immortals cards from SBCs?
Yes, little bro versions are expected to be available via SBCs.
