The Ultimate Team of the Season grind in FC 25 just hit peak levels with the repeatable 82×20 upgrade SBCs, and players everywhere are jumping in to unlock as many packs as possible. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of how to do the grind efficiently, maximize returns, and craft the 82×20 packs in a repeatable, nearly free loop.
Start with Daily Login and Initial SBCs
After 6:00 p.m. every day, head to the daily login upgrade. This SBC gives back an 81+×2 pack and some early fodder to work with. From here, focus on completing the 82×20 V1 SBC, which requires:
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Five 85-rated players (for one squad)
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Four 86-rated players (for the second squad)
This is more accessible than the V2 SBC, which demands 87s, 88s, 89s, and even 90s—better used when your club is stacked. V1 is the one you’ll rinse and repeat.
Daily Bronze and Grinding Upgrades
Now shift your focus to bronze upgrades:
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Complete the Daily Bronze Upgrade and Super Bronze Upgrade SBCs.
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Store all bronzes—these feed directly into grinding upgrades, the foundation of the repeatable cycle.
Then, move on to the grinding upgrades, which let you convert low-tier bronzes and silvers into gold cards. These grinding upgrades are key for club stocking and further crafting.
Move to Crafting Upgrades and Repeat (FC 25 82×20 Guide)
Once you’ve churned out enough grinding packs, send all usable cards into crafting upgrades. These return strong packs like 7×5 player packs, filled with useful fodder. Use these to:
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Build up your inventory of 83–85 rated players
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Complete player picks like the 1-of-3 82+ picks (using even low-rated golds)
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Or recycle into 83×14 SBCs for even better returns
These crafting upgrades are repeatable and a vital part of the loop. Even duplicates and poor pulls serve a purpose when recycled properly.
Smart Fodder Management and Player Picks
What do you do with low-rated cards (81–83s) that don’t fit anywhere? Convert them into:
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1-of-3 82+ player picks — Great value with minimal investment
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84+ Team of the Week upgrade — If you’ve got an 83-rated squad spare
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83×14 upgrade — A powerful tool to reload your club quickly
If you’re stuck with an overflow of low-rated fodder, prioritize turning them into these player picks to generate higher-tier options like 85s and 86s.
Stack Packs, Earn Coins, and Recycle (FC 25 82×20 guide)
With each completed 82×20 SBC, remember:
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The small Electrum pack reward is tradable. Quick-sell players to earn coins.
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Use those coins to snipe 85-rated fodder for cheap via market filters or Footbin’s cheapest player list.
Open your 82×20, store everything, and immediately recycle what you don’t need:
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85s and 86s go into the next 82×20 V1 SBC
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83–84s go toward 83×14
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80–82s get turned into more player picks
This cycle is not just effective—it’s self-sustaining.
Bonus Tips: FUT Champs, Objectives, and Upgrades
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Play Weekend League (Champs) for coins and extra fodder.
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Track Team of the Season objectives like Cups and Crafting Upgrade milestones.
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Once stacked, try the 85+×5 pack—it’s pricey but worth it during Ultimate TOTS.
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If you get high-rated untradeables (e.g., 89s, 90s), consider the 82×20 V2 SBC to stretch their value.
This grind is among the best FC 25 has offered all season. By combining daily login upgrades, bronze and crafting upgrades, smart recycling, and a bit of weekend league or market savvy, you can repeatedly unlock 82×20 packs with minimal coin cost. The loop is designed to feed itself—as long as you’re consistent, the blues will come.
