EA FC26 unveils UEFA Primetime on November 7, 2025, replacing the beloved Road to the Knockouts promo with over 60 dynamic cards celebrating Europe’s elite club competitions. With superstars like Erling Haaland (92), Lamine Yamal (89), and three debut Heroes including Eden Hazard, this Champions League-focused event promises to reshape the Ultimate Team meta.
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EA FC26: UEFA Primetime Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Release Date | November 7, 2025 (1 PM ET / 6 PM GMT) |
| Total Cards | 60+ players |
| Top-Rated | Erling Haaland (92), Caroline Graham Hansen (90) |
| New Heroes | Eden Hazard (89), Daniele De Rossi (88), Michel Salgado (88), Simone Laudehr (89) |
| Competitions | Champions League, Europa League, Conference League |
| Card Type | Live/Dynamic (upgrades based on team performance) |
| Expected Duration | 10-14 days |
Top-Tier UEFA Primetime Players
Erling Haaland leads the roster at 92 overall, with Caroline Graham Hansen (90) representing the Women’s Champions League at the second-highest rating. Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal receives an 89-rated card, while Chelsea’s Estêvão and Newcastle’s Anthony Gordon add Premier League representation.
Elite defenders include William Saliba (88) and Eder Militao (87), perfect for players needing defensive reinforcements. Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo (87) and Manchester United’s Rasmus Højlund (87) provide attacking options for Premier League squads.
Notable mid-tier cards include Xavi Simons (86), Bradley Barcola (87), and Felix Nmecha (86), offering budget-friendly alternatives with significant upgrade potential.
The New Heroes Arriving
Three new Heroes make their EA FC debuts alongside the promo: Eden Hazard, Daniele De Rossi, and Michel Salgado, with Simone Laudehr joining as a women’s Hero. These legendary players provide perfect chemistry links for hybrid squads, making them invaluable for team-building flexibility.
Eden Hazard’s 89-rated card resurrects the Belgian maestro’s prime Chelsea and Real Madrid days, while De Rossi (88) offers Italian midfield dominance. Michel Salgado (88) strengthens Spanish and Real Madrid links, and Laudehr (89) represents women’s football history.
How Live Upgrades Work
UEFA Primetime cards are live items, meaning they upgrade based on team performance throughout European competitions. According to reliable leaks, upgrades trigger when teams score certain goal totals, accumulate specific point tallies, or finish in the top eight for automatic knockout qualification, which awards PlayStyle+ bonuses.
Additional Roles and PlayStyles can be unlocked through individual player performances—goals, assists, and clean sheets all contribute to card evolution. This dynamic system keeps these cards relevant throughout the entire Champions League campaign, potentially transforming 87-rated cards into elite 90+ options.
Complete Leaked Player List Highlights
92-89 OVR: Haaland (92), Graham Hansen (90), Yamal (89), Laudehr (89), Hazard (89)
88-87 OVR: Saliba (88), Salgado (88), Georges (88), De Rossi (88), Militao (87), Gakpo (87), Højlund (87), Gordon (87), Giuly (87), Barcola (87)
86-85 OVR: Simons (86), Nmecha (86), Estêvão (86), Igor Jesus (86), Hamano (86), Mora (85), Unai López (85), Bakambu (85)
84 OVR: Taylor (84), Kluivert (84), Aarons (84), Matheus Silva (84)
Acquisition Methods
The primary way to obtain Primetime players will be through packs, though selected cards will also release as SBCs (Squad Building Challenges) and Objectives. Week 1 typically focuses on pack-exclusive cards, with SBCs following throughout the promo’s duration.
Expect themed Evolution paths tailored to Primetime cards, allowing further customization and upgrades beyond the automatic live boosts.
Investment Strategy
Smart traders should target cards from clubs likely to advance deep into competitions. Manchester City, Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich players carry higher upgrade potential than clubs struggling in group stages.
Consider Saliba for French chemistry hybrids or De Rossi for Italian midfield steel. These versatile cards maintain value regardless of upgrade paths due to strong links.
Budget-conscious players should focus on 84-86 rated cards from competitive teams—they offer excellent value with substantial upgrade ceilings if their clubs perform well.
Replacing RTTK Tradition
UEFA Primetime essentially replaces Road to the Knockouts (RTTK), which has been a FUT staple for years. The rebrand maintains familiar mechanics while expanding coverage across all three UEFA competitions simultaneously.
Unlike RTTK’s knockout-focused approach, Primetime begins during group stages, allowing longer engagement and more upgrade opportunities throughout November and December’s packed fixture schedule.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: When exactly does the UEFA Primetime promo start in EA FC26?
UEFA Primetime launches Friday, November 7, 2025, at 1 PM Eastern Time (10 AM Pacific / 6 PM GMT). Cards will enter packs immediately, with accompanying SBCs and Objectives rolling out throughout the event’s estimated 10-14 day duration. Check your regional time zone as the UK recently switched from BST to GMT.
Q2: How do UEFA Primetime card upgrades work?
Primetime cards are live/dynamic items that upgrade automatically when their real-world clubs meet specific UEFA competition milestones. Upgrades include overall rating boosts for team goals/points thresholds, new Roles and PlayStyles for individual performances (goals, assists, clean sheets), and PlayStyle+ bonuses if teams finish top eight for automatic knockout qualification.
