The Italian football season reaches its digital climax as EA FC25 unveils its much-anticipated Serie A Team of the Season (TOTS), honoring the league’s standout performers with jaw-dropping upgraded cards that will dominate Ultimate Team squads for months to come. This year’s selection captures the essence of a thrilling Calcio campaign—from Inter Milan’s defensive masterclass to Bologna’s fairytale Champions League qualification—transforming real-world excellence into virtual firepower. The TOTS roster features expected superstars alongside surprise inclusions that reflect Serie A’s evolving landscape, each card receiving massive stat boosts that redefine their in-game viability.
What makes this year’s collection particularly exciting are the revamped player models and animations that better capture each athlete’s unique playing style—watch as Lautaro Martínez’s card perfectly replicates his explosive turns or how Mike Maignan’s goalkeeper reflexes mirror his real-world shot-stopping brilliance. Our comprehensive guide analyzes every TOTS selection, reveals hidden gem cards that outperform their ratings, and provides expert strategies for incorporating these elite players into your Ultimate Team tactics.
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The Crown Jewels: Serie A’s 97+ Rated TOTS Superstars
At the pinnacle of this year’s TOTS squad sits a trio of 98-rated cards that represent the absolute best of Italian football. Inter’s Lautaro Martínez earns his place as the cover star with a card boasting 99 positioning and 97 finishing—a striker so clinical he makes defenders question their career choices. His partner in crime, Marcus Thuram, receives a shocking 5-star weak foot upgrade that transforms him into the complete forward package. Between the posts, Mike Maignan’s TOTS card becomes the new gold standard for goalkeepers with the “Cat-like Reflexes” trait now visibly affecting his animation speed.
The midfield is dominated by two players who redefined their positions this season: Nicolò Barella’s all-action 97-rated card features 99 stamina and aggressive interceptions that make him the perfect box-to-box destroyer, while Teun Koopmeiners’ surprise inclusion at CAM comes with 96 long shots and 94 curve—stats that will have players attempting outrageous finesse shots from distance. These elite cards don’t just represent upgrades; they’re game-changers that will shape the meta until the next FIFA cycle begins.
Hidden Gems: Underrated TOTS Cards That Outperform Their Ratings
Beyond the headline stars, this year’s Serie A TOTS contains several budget-friendly options that punch far above their weight class. Bologna’s revelation Joshua Zirkzee receives a 93-rated card with custom body type animations that make his 6’4″ frame move like a winger—a unique hybrid target man that defies conventional defending. At the back, Gleison Bremer’s 94-rated CB card comes with the new “Brick Wall” trait that significantly reduces knock-on animations during physical duels.
The real steal might be Frosinone’s surprise inclusion Walid Cheddira, whose 91-rated striker card features 96 acceleration and 94 strength at just 5’11″—a bulldozer in miniature form perfect for counter-attacking tactics. These hidden gems demonstrate EA’s improved understanding of what makes certain cards play better than their face stats suggest, rewarding players who look beyond overall ratings to find specialists perfectly suited to specific tactical systems.
Tactical Breakdown: Building Your Ultimate Serie A TOTS Squad
Constructing the perfect team around these cards requires understanding their unique synergies. The 3-5-2 formation emerges as the natural fit for this TOTS batch, allowing Thuram and Lautaro to partner up top while Barella and Koopmeiners control the midfield channels. Defensively, the Theo Hernández-Juan Jesus-Bremer trio provides the perfect balance of speed, physicality, and ball-playing ability for both high-press and low-block systems.
Chemistry styles take on added importance this year—applying “Engine” to Zirkzee eliminates his only weakness (balance), while “Shadow” turns Fiorentina’s Michael Kayode into the ultimate wing-back destroyer. For those lucky enough to pack the rare TOTS variants, the new “Clutch+” dynamic animations trigger during critical moments, making these players perform beyond their already boosted stats in the 80th minute onwards—a game-changing addition that rewards strategic substitutions.
Conclusion: A New Era for Calcio in Ultimate Team
This year’s Serie A TOTS doesn’t just celebrate Italian football’s present—it signals EA’s renewed commitment to capturing the league’s unique tactical identity in digital form. From the meticulous recreation of individual playing styles to the thoughtful inclusion of breakthrough stars, these cards reward both Serie A devotees and competitive Ultimate Team players seeking fresh meta options.
As the football season concludes and virtual campaigns begin, one truth becomes clear: with this TOTS squad at your disposal, glory isn’t just possible—it’s inevitable. Just remember to enjoy the beautiful game, both on the pitch and on the screen.
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FAQs
1. When will Serie A TOTS cards be available in packs?
The full team enters packs on Friday, May 24th at 6 PM GMT, with staggered releases for different player tiers.
2. Can I get TOTS cards through Squad Building Challenges?
Yes, EA has confirmed multiple SBCs and Objectives that reward guaranteed TOTS players throughout the promotion.
