Team of the Season (TOTS) is officially coming to FC 25, with EA Sports confirming the launch date and revealing the brand-new TOTS card design. The first phase of the event, TOTS Warm-Up, kicks off this Friday, Aprile 18, and it’s shaping up to be one of the biggest updates in Ultimate Team this year.
After weeks of anticipation and some underwhelming promos like Immortals and Dream Chasers, the TOTS promo looks set to revive excitement across the community. With new upgrades, exclusive content, voting systems, re-releases, and leaks of playstyle evolutions, TOTS is bringing back that endgame feeling.
EA drops official TOTS card design and confirms release date
EA made the news official on Monday, updating all their social platforms with TOTS branding and posting the first image of the official FC 25 TOTS card design. It’s clean, sharp, and already a favorite among players compared to the more cluttered designs of past years like in FC 24.
They also updated the Team of the Season website, which will serve as the main hub for weekly squad announcements, league voting, and promo information. Historically, this site has revealed the full schedule week by week (Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, etc.), so it’s worth bookmarking.
What is TOTS Warm-Up and what to expect
TOTS Warm-Up is all about preparing players for the main TOTS event. EA runs it to help players save packs, complete SBCs, and begin building hype for the upcoming promo squads. Based on previous years, here’s what we expect during the Warm-Up:
- Daily SBCs including flashbacks, showdowns, and re-released players
- Upgrade SBCs like 83×10 or 84×7 to stock your club
- Player picks and pack challenges
- Re-released TOTW cards as part of a “Best of TOTW” batch
- Evolutions that improve specific cards or add new playstyle pluses
- Pack incentives likelog-in rewards, crafting rewards, and mini-objectives
This warm-up phase is crucial because EA typically uses it to ease players into pack-saving mode, setting the stage for the heavy-hitting squads like Premier League and La Liga in the weeks after.
Save your best packs now and invest smart
With the TOTS Warm-Up event confirmed, now is the time to save packs. The best strategy is to open all packs with a guaranteed rating of 83 or lower, and save anything 84+. This keeps fodder flowing while allowing you to build a strong pack stash for when the full TOTS teams hit packs.
One of the most effective methods right now is to grind 81+ player picks, which are offering great value. These cost the same as the previous 80+ picks but have noticeably better return rates, often yielding walkouts and high-rated informs.
Investing in fodder between 85–88 rated is also a smart move. These cards are near their minimum price and will likely rise once new SBCs drop. Expect high demand and lower supply during TOTS Warm-Up since players are hoarding packs.
Old TOTS designs and 4 playstyle plus cards leaked
One of the most exciting leaks heading into TOTS involves Evolutions. A trusted source leaked details that suggest older TOTS card designs from FIFA 20, FIFA 19, and FIFA 18 will return via Evo options. These nostalgic looks could be applied to your evolved players — a fun nod to longtime players.
But even more shocking was the mention of playstyle plus upgrades in Evolutions, with the possibility of adding a fourth playstyle plus to certain players. Leaked requirements included phrases like “max 94 overall,” “three PS+,” and “eight playstyles,” hinting that four-PS+ cards might finally arrive in FC 25.
This would significantly raise the power level of some of the best cards in the game and would make TOTS upgrades even more important. While unconfirmed, the potential of four playstyle plus cards being introduced during TOTS would mark a new high in Ultimate Team progression.
Best of Team of the Week returning during TOTS Warm-Up
EA is also expected to re-release a Best of TOTW squad during the Warm-Up. This means high-end informs like Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Jr., and other elite in-form cards could return to packs.
Historically, prices of these cards don’t drop massively during re-releases, as few players are opening packs during this saving period. But panic selling can cause temporary dips. If you hold any tradable elite informs, now may be the time to evaluate whether to sell or hold.
TOTS market prep and early investment tips
As expected with TOTS, the market will start dipping, especially on tradable high-end players. The introduction of TOTS cards, many with three or even four playstyle pluses, will outclass most existing options. Prices haven’t crashed yet, but the pressure is mounting.
Some safe investment routes include:
- 85–88 rated fodder – These are at minimum and needed for SBCs
- Informs rated 88–89 – Already rising and could jump with “Best of” content
- Saving 84+ packs – Keep these for TOTS weeks for the best chance at pulls
- Avoid buying expensive cards – Power curve is about to shift fast
EA’s TOTS voting platform is back
Voting is another key part of TOTS, and EA will likely open up user voting for leagues like Bundesliga and La Liga, much like during Team of the Year. These votes will affect which players are selected into the squads, although EA typically has the final say.
Expect voting to open on the official TOTS site over the next couple of weeks. Keep an eye on Twitter and in-game notifications for when your vote goes live.
FAQ about team of the season in FC 25
When does TOTS start in FC 25?
The TOTS Warm-Up starts Friday, April 18, 2025.
What is TOTS Warm-Up?
A pre-event that helps players prep for Team of the Season with SBCs and pack-saving content.
Should I open packs now?
Open packs under 83+, but save anything 84+ for TOTS release weeks.
Are four playstyle plus cards confirmed?
Not officially, but leaks suggest evolutions could introduce them during TOTS.
