Black Friday is here, marking the much-anticipated release of the Thunderstruck event in FC 25. This content-packed day brings thrilling new SBCs (Squad Building Challenges), player packs, and the re-release of iconic cards. FC 25 Black Friday is truly shaping up to be one of the most dynamic events in Ultimate Team history.
FC 25 Black Friday Content Galore: What’s in Store?
The Thunderstruck event delivers an overwhelming amount of content, including player packs, SBCs, and in-game objectives. Icons, The Flash SBCs, and long-awaited players like Bukayo Saka headline this release. With hourly content drops, the event ensures continuous engagement for players. The market reacts intensely, with certain cards experiencing price hikes while others drop significantly. This creates an excellent opportunity for strategic trading and coin-making.
In addition to the Thunderstruck event, the new season, Winter Champions, introduces fresh rewards. However, the lack of packs early in the season might feel underwhelming. Notable rewards include high-value cards like Konaté at level 35 and Ilkay Gündogan. While packs with top-tier player picks become more accessible later, players must grind through the levels to unlock these rewards.
Evolutions
EA Sports listened to community feedback and delivered with the introduction of Flash Evolutions. These evolutions allow incremental upgrades to existing players, enhancing their stats and playstyles. Key examples include Nico Williams, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Adama Traoré.
Ronaldo’s Speed Burst Evolution stands out, transforming his pace from 77 to 87 and adding Power Shot Plus. Similarly, Adama’s Shooting and Passing stats can be boosted to make him an exceptional option for most teams. These evolutions offer strategic flexibility, allowing players to target their favorite cards for upgrades. Waiting for new evolutions is a smart move as EA continues to release more options over the weekend.
SBC Highlights and Pack Crafting
The SBC lineup for Black Friday is one of the event’s strongest features. Notable highlights include the Casemiro SBC, offering a well-rounded CDM with impressive stats. While some question its 253,000-coin price tag, its unique playstyles, including Long Ball Pass Plus and Intercept, make it worth considering for those needing a defensive upgrade.
The 82+ x14 upgrade SBC emerges as a fan-favorite. Requiring an 83-rated squad and one inform, it provides three repeatable attempts daily. This SBC is a goldmine for crafting higher-rated cards and grinding fodder for future challenges. Combined with daily Bronze, Silver, and Gold upgrade SBCs, this system creates an accessible path for building competitive squads.
Don’t overlook daily upgrades, as they pave the way for crafting league-specific SBCs. With potential World Tour-themed cards around the corner, these upgrades may prove invaluable.
Best of Re-Releases
The market undergoes dramatic shifts during Black Friday. Key cards like Hansen and Theo Hernández drop significantly due to increased supply but often rebound in value once the hype subsides. Savvy players can capitalize on these dips to secure top-tier meta cards at reduced prices.
The Best of Re-Releases includes sought-after players like Erling Haaland, Lionel Messi, and Rafael Leão. While their inclusion in packs increases availability, it simultaneously causes a short-term drop in their value. However, these cards tend to recover over time due to their meta relevance.
