(Updated 20th of October)
According to the latest leaks, End of an Era Sergio Busquets SBC is set to be released on Wednesday in FC 26.
Sergio Busquets’ 88-rated End of an Era SBC card features a stunning purple-themed design and attributes that pay tribute to his illustrious career. Fans of FIFA Ultimate Team will soon have the chance to unlock this legendary midfielder in EA Sports FC 26. Barcelona’s one-club icon turned Inter Miami stalwart is receiving an End of an Era (EOAE) Squad Building Challenge card, celebrating his retirement with a 88-rated CDM item that perfectly encapsulates his playing style and achievements. The card’s design is eye-catching and symbolic – a fitting send-off for a player of Busquets’ caliber.
Card Stats & PlayStyle+ Highlights
Busquets’ EOAE card comes with massive stat boosts across the board, transforming him into a top-tier defensive midfielder option in FC 26. Below are the key stats and details for the card, which underline just how special this item is:
- Overall Rating: 88 (CDM)
- Pace: 77 (+42 boost)
- Shooting: 80 (+19 boost)
- Passing: 88 (+12 boost)
- Dribbling: 85 (+8 boost)
- Defending: 88 (+11 boost)
- Physical: 83 (+10 boost)
- PlayStyle+: Tiki Taka (enhanced one-touch passing ability)
- Positions: CDM (primary), also can play CB, CM
- Skill Moves: 3★
- Weak Foot: 3★
- Club/Links: Inter Miami (MLS), Spain nationality
These upgrades are nothing short of remarkable – especially the +42 Pace which finally gives Busquets respectable speed to complement his elite defensive and playmaking stats. With 88 Defending and 88 Passing, this card reflects the peak qualities that made him a midfield maestro. His Tiki Taka PlayStyle+ is particularly noteworthy: it grants him exceptional proficiency in quick short passes and intricate one-touch play. In-game, this means Busquets will execute difficult first-time ground passes with pinpoint accuracy (often even using fancy backheel flicks when appropriate), truly embodying the tiki-taka style he mastered at Barcelona. FUT players can expect him to ping the ball around gracefully in tight midfield spaces, setting the tempo just like he did in real life.
Another advantage of this EOAE Busquets is his versatility. The card lists central defensive midfield as the default position, but also allows deployment as a center-back or central midfielder. That versatility mirrors Busquets’ real-life ability to fill in along the backline or advance slightly up the pitch when needed. Chemistry-wise, his Spanish nationality and MLS/Inter Miami club mean he offers useful linkage options – perfect for hybrid squads. He can strong-link with other Spanish icons or MLS teammates (and of course, that Inter Miami connection will please those pairing him with cards of former teammates now stateside).
Lastly, it’s important to note this is an SBC card. EA Sports has not yet revealed the squad requirements for the challenge, but it’s expected to drop within a few days. Given Busquets’ popularity and the card’s high rating, players should start preparing fodder for a likely high-budget SBC. Keep an eye on the Ultimate Team menus and news—this End of an Era SBC could arrive imminently, giving everyone a chance to secure the Spanish midfield legend for their FC 26 squads.
A Legendary Career Comes to an End
This special card isn’t just about stats – it commemorates Sergio Busquets’ legendary career, which is drawing to a close in the real world. The 35-year-old midfielder recently announced he will retire at the end of the 2025 MLS season, marking the end of an era for one of football’s greatest defensive midfielders. Busquets is best known for his time at FC Barcelona, where he was the anchor of the famed midfield trio alongside Xavi and Andrés Iniesta. Together, they perfected the “tiki-taka” possession style of play, with Busquets providing the crucial balance and defensive cover that allowed his more attacking teammates to shine. His football intelligence, positional discipline, and one-touch passing made him the quiet engine of both Barcelona and the Spanish national team.
During his 15 seasons in Barcelona’s first team, Busquets amassed a jaw-dropping collection of silverware. He won multiple La Liga titles (claiming the league crown nine times) and lifted the UEFA Champions League trophy on three occasions (2009, 2011, 2015), among a host of other honors like domestic cups and Club World Cups. In total, he earned 32 trophies with Barça, cementing his legacy as one of the club’s most decorated players. On the international stage, Busquets was a linchpin in Spain’s golden generation. He played a key role in Spain’s 2010 World Cup triumph and their victory at UEFA Euro 2012, anchoring the midfield for a national side that dominated world football with its tiki-taka brilliance. His ability to read the game and break up opposition attacks, all while keeping possession under pressure, was invaluable to Spain’s success.
In 2023, after a storied career in Catalonia, Busquets made a high-profile move to Inter Miami CF in Major League Soccer, joining forces with former teammate Lionel Messi. Even in his final playing years, the veteran continued to impress: he helped Inter Miami secure the 2023 Leagues Cup and contributed to a successful 2024 campaign that saw the club win the Supporters’ Shield (best regular season record). Busquets adapted to the MLS well, bringing class, leadership, and stability to Miami’s midfield. He even occasionally filled in at center-back, showcasing the same football IQ and composure in defense that he was known for in midfield.
Now, as Busquets prepares to hang up his boots, the football community reflects on a truly extraordinary career. He will be remembered as the ultimate team player – never one to seek the spotlight, but absolutely essential to his teams’ triumphs. For over a decade, he was the glue that held Barcelona’s midfield together and a calming presence who made everyone around him better. With his retirement, the sport bids farewell to one of the last remaining architects of tiki-taka’s heyday.
For FUT fans, Sergio Busquets’ End of an Era card is a wonderful homage to everything he accomplished on the pitch. It offers a chance to experience a prime version of “Busi” in your Ultimate Team, complete with the vision, defensive prowess, and passing flair that defined his game. Whether you’re a long-time Barcelona supporter or just an FUT enthusiast excited about his boosted stats, this EOAE Busquets will be a sentimental and impactful addition to your squad. Don’t miss the opportunity to complete this SBC when it arrives – it’s a fitting send-off for a midfield maestro and a true legend of the game.
