The goat behavior evolution in EA SPORTS FC 25 might not be getting the same hype as the recently released Strike Force evolution, but it’s far from useless. In fact, it quietly offers some of the most impactful playstyle upgrades available—especially for players who already have strong chain evolutions set up.
This evolution costs 100k coins and focuses on attacking upgrades for right-wingers and false nines. It gives playstyles like First Touch+, Technical, Inside Forward (RW), and Low Driven Shot. Among these, First Touch+ stands out massively—it’s become one of the most noticeable upgrades this year. It makes receiving the ball smoother and helps quick, agile attackers perform sharper in tight spaces.
Top goat behavior evolution picks
If you’ve already got a good evolution plan in your squad, goat behavior becomes extremely useful. It doesn’t create new meta cards from nothing, but it takes fringe players or forgotten favorites and pushes them into serious competitive territory.
Some of the strongest picks for this evolution include:
Michael Olise – Already meta-friendly, now gains Technical+ and Inside Forward for the right wing. With his 5-star skills and high dribbling, he becomes a nightmare to defend against.
Jarzinho – Already had Inside Forward, but now receives Technical+ and Rapid+, plus improved passing and shooting. A Hunter chem style turns him into a top-tier winger.
Victor Ibarbo – First Touch+, Technical, and Inside Forward transform him into a usable, explosive right-winger. Not elite on the ball, but his physicality and finishing compensate well.
Bernardo Silva – Great passing stats, now with Technical and First Touch. Works well as a false nine, especially with Tick Taka for clean passing moves.
Diogo Dalot – Right wing version gets Inside Forward+, Technical, and First Touch+. Has finesse, Trevela, and low driven. Surprisingly sharp if used wide.
Jota – A rare 5-star/5-star player. Good pace and shooting on a Hunter, with Trickster+ and Technical making him a strong option on either wing or centrally.
Brahim Diaz – First Touch+ and Technical make him a great CAM or right-winger. Intercept trait helps too. With Incisive Pass and good dribbling, he’s a solid creative option.
Juan Mata – Now with Trickster+ and Technical. Already has 99 dribbling, low driven, and good shooting. Great for CAM roles or a shadow striker in wide formations.
Raphinha – First Touch+, Technical, and Inside Forward for RW. Lacks finesse shot+, but still very playable if you already like how he moves on the ball.
Rodrygo – First Touch+ and Technical help him feel smoother. Inside Forward role works well on the right wing. A Hunter boosts pace and shooting to great levels.
Palmer – Gets 92 dribbling and CAM capabilities. Shadow Striker role could work well for him in narrow formations like 4-3-2-1 or 4-2-2-2.
Players not suited for goat behavior
Not every card fits this evolution well. Some feel outdated due to weak foot issues, poor dribbling, or just lack of game-changing playstyles.
Mohamed Salah (Gold) – Even though he gets upgraded, being stuck with a 3-star weak foot at this stage is a dealbreaker.
Antony – One-star weak foot makes him almost unusable despite good pace and skills. Inside Forward with that foot rating just doesn’t work.
David Beckham – More of a novelty choice. Even though you can use him as a right-winger, he feels too midfield-heavy for the role.
Endrick – Stuck at 5-star/3-star and doesn’t feel like a big enough upgrade. Doesn’t justify the cost of the evolution.
Di María (Chained Evo) – Even with upgrades, still not better than what’s already available in the game.
Saka (In-form) – Solid, but other options offer better playstyle value or stat boosts.
See why certain players fit the evolutions and others not in this video from Inception FC.
Why sentimental cards make sense with goat behavior
The real sweet spot for goat behavior is players with sentimental value or club loyalty. The evolution allows you to make them playable—even if they’ll never get promo cards or meta attention. It’s perfect for fans who want to use players from their favorite club like FC Porto, Newcastle, or Manchester United.
You’re paying for flexibility and creativity. Instead of chasing the most meta team, you’re building something personal but still playable. And with First Touch+, Technical, and Inside Forward, you’re getting the right traits for FC 25’s mechanics—especially in tight attacking formations.
Good picks for goat behavior evolution
- Michael Olise
- Jarzinho
- Victor Ibarbo
- Bernardo Silva
- Diogo Dalot
- Jota
- Brahim Diaz
- Juan Mata
- Raphinha
- Rodrygo
- Palmer
Players not suited for goat behavior
- Mohamed Salah (gold)
- Antony
- David Beckham (RW version)
- Endrick
- Di María (chained evos)
- Bukayo Saka (in-form)
If you want to keep up with trending goat behavior picks or check which players are worth evolving, head over to foot.gg to see what the community is voting for.
This evolution isn’t game-breaking on its own, but for creative builders and those with a few chained evolutions already stacked—it can absolutely help you cook.
Frequently asked questions about goat behavior evolution in FC 25
What is the goat behavior evolution in FC 25?
An evolution that boosts attackers with First Touch+, Technical, Inside Forward, and Low Driven traits.
Is goat behavior worth the 100k price?
Only if you have good chained evolutions or want to upgrade sentimental club players.
Which players benefit most from goat behavior?
Wingers or false nines with high dribbling and at least a 4-star weak foot.
Can I use goat behavior on gold Salah?
You can, but the 3-star weak foot makes him less effective than other options.
