The full Shapeshifters team 4 for FC 25 Ultimate Team has been leaked ahead of Friday’s content drop, and this final squad may be the most unpredictable of the promo so far. EA has loaded the final team with top-tier icons, meta upgrades, and wild position changes – including a striker version of Rio Ferdinand.
As FUTTIES approaches and players start clearing out their clubs or stacking packs, this Shapeshifters drop delivers one last batch of chaos before the year’s biggest grind begins.
Striker Rio Ferdinand and Lucio CDM steal the show
One of the most shocking and creative changes of the entire promo is Rio Ferdinand as a striker. Known for his legendary centre-back roles, Rio’s Shapeshifter version flips the script with a complete striker build, including five playstyle plus traits. Depending on his finishing and agility stats, he could become one of the most unique and overpowered attacking options in FC 25.
On the opposite end, Lucio at CDM brings endgame defensive power. With pinged, long ball, intercept, and bruiser playstyles, plus 96 physical and 97 passing, this could easily be one of the best CDMs in the entire game cycle.
Also among the top cards leaked:
- Eric Cantona (Icon) – A five playstyle plus forward that fits the meta perfectly
- Michael Owen (LW) – Faster and more versatile than his current SBC, with 99 pace and better passing
- Sergio Busquets (CAM) – Rare attacking version with tiki taka, incisive, low driven and press proven
- Jeremy Doku (LM) – 98 pace, 96 dribbling and passing, incisive and finesse shot plus
- Homare Sawa (Icon) – One of the most respected figures in women’s football with elite stats and positioning
Other names include Ruben Neves, Art Güler, Murillo, Carpenter, Middlestadt, and Zhegrova, offering a nice mix of mid-range and budget picks for all squads.
Path to Glory team 2 adds even more live cards
Team 2 of the Path to Glory promo also drops today, adding more live cards that can upgrade throughout the Women’s Euros and Copa América Femenina. A last-minute change saw Aradottir replace Vilhelmsdottir due to licensing restrictions with Inter Milan’s women’s team.
Key PTG team 2 players include:
- Lauren Hemp (99 pace)
- Stanway
- Guijarro
- Williamson
- Hegerberg
- Kato
Spain scored four goals in the first half of their last match, meaning the Spanish PTG cards already have their first upgrade secured. If Athenia drops as an SBC today, she should launch with her +1 already included.
Lower-cost PTG cards from team 1, such as Schüller and Harder, are also on the rise. Timing your investments before and after matches is key if you’re trading on the live upgrade hype.
Two SBCs expected: Athenia and Shapeshifter pick
As with most Fridays, leaks suggest we’ll see two main player SBCs:
- One Path to Glory player: either Athenia or Blackstenius
- One Shapeshifter SBC
A Flashback Neuer is also in the mix as a possible Friday surprise. With club stockpiles running low before FUTTIES, this is a smart time to complete high-value SBCs if you still have tradeable FOD or unassigned packs.
Also watch for a possible return of the 1 of 10 or 1 of 15 player pick SBC. These were some of the most popular picks in recent memory. If EA drops one today, expect a rapid surge in 85–89 rated fodder, especially if the pick doesn’t require specific card types.
Four playstyle plus evolution is finally on the way
Leaks also point toward a new evolution with four playstyle plus traits dropping today. This has been long overdue, as recent evolutions have felt underwhelming compared to the rising power curve of promo cards.
This new evolution is expected to focus on CDMs, and could be one of the best value boosts of the year — depending on its restrictions and cost. A fair price point would be around 150,000 coins, especially if the stat boosts match the level of current Shapeshifter cards.
A second evolution (likely free) should also arrive today, continuing the Friday tradition of dual EVO drops.
There are also rumblings about an early FUTTIES-themed evolution, teased by some leakers, but that may be held back for a later date.
Smart market strategy before FUTTIES hits
With FUTTIES approaching fast, Friday night could be one of your final opportunities to sell high. Cards like Shapeshifter Lucio, PTG Hemp or TOTS Mbappe are still expensive, but coin drains from FUTTIES SBCs will cause sudden drops once the promo begins.
Expect a familiar market pattern:
- High prices right after the drop
- Steady drop Friday night into Saturday morning
- Rebound Saturday afternoon
Cards like striker Rio, Lucio and Cantona could become rare if pack weight is low. But unless you pull them untradeable, it’s best to buy on Saturday morning when prices bottom out.
If you’re not interested in Shapeshifters team 4, now is also the perfect time to start saving packs for FUTTIES, which is widely expected to start next Friday. That promo brings massive re-releases, cracked SBCs, and some of the most fun content of the year.
FAQ about Shapeshifters team 4 leaks in FC 25
Is Rio Ferdinand really a striker?
Yes, his Shapeshifter card is a striker with five playstyle pluses.
Who are the best players in Shapeshifters team 4?
Lucio, Cantona, Busquets and Doku are standout picks.
Will a new evolution drop today?
Yes, a four playstyle plus CDM evolution is expected.
Should I sell my cards before FUTTIES?
Yes, expensive tradables may drop in value during FUTTIES content.
