Every year, EA Sports FC strives to bring you a better virtual football gaming experience with the new games released that year. While not every FC game ultimately achieves this goal, at least you can consistently update your game library.

In FIFA 26, released this September, the development team not only followed tradition by upgrading and optimizing many aspects of the game, but also added more new gameplay, especially focusing on the main competitive mode, Ultimate Team.

Among all the new Ultimate Team content, Ultimate Gauntlet is a rather unique mode because it tests more about the variety of players you have and your ability to effectively utilize them, rather than tactics.

Since the launch of FC 26, Ultimate Gauntlet has been held three times. This time, we'll introduce Ultimate Gauntlet 4, which launched on November 10th.

Ultimate Gauntlet Overview

The rewards and objectives for each round of Ultimate Gauntlet differ, but the basic mechanics remain the same. Understanding these mechanics is crucial for successfully completing Ultimate Gauntlet 4.

Each round typically consists of three matches, requiring you to use different lineups to complete the objectives set for each match and earn rewards. Completing the entire Ultimate Gauntlet challenge will grant additional rewards.

It's important to note that Ultimate Gauntlet has very strict requirements regarding the definition of "different lineups." Any player used in a previous match cannot be used in the other two matches, including substitute players.

Therefore, participating in Ultimate Gauntlet has a relatively high barrier to entry. You must have a sufficient number of players, or at least be able to temporarily consume FC 26 coins to redeem new players for use.

More About Ultimate Gauntlet Mechanics

If you have enough players or coins to participate in Ultimate Gauntlet, don't hesitate to start playing! Losing a match won't eliminate you; you can use a new lineup to complete the next match.

However, please note that the number of times you can participate in Ultimate Gauntlet each day during the event is limited, and some objectives may only be available during specific times. Therefore, please keep an eye on the schedule for this round of challenges.

Ultimate Gauntlet 4 Schedule

This round of Ultimate Gauntlet 4 challenge began at 6 PM EST on Monday, November 10, 2025, and will last for 7 days, ending at 1 PM EST on Monday, November 17.

If you want to guess when Ultimate Gauntlet 5 will start and its possible duration, you can combine the dates of the previous three events to make your predictions. Here is a list of relevant information:

• Ultimate Gauntlet 1: 09/29/2025 - 10/02/2025 - 3 days
• Ultimate Gauntlet 2: 13/10/2025 - 17/10/2025 - 4 days
• Ultimate Gauntlet 3: 27/10/2025 - 31/10/2025 - 4 days

How To Participate In Ultimate Gauntlet 4?

You have 14 chances to participate in Ultimate Gauntlet 4, meaning you can complete a maximum of 42 matches. If you haven't obtained all the rewards after using all your chances, you'll miss out on those player cards.

Ultimate Gauntlet 4's objectives and rewards are divided into main and bonus categories, listed below:

Main Objectives and Rewards:

• Play one match: 81+ 2x Rare Gold Players Pack
• Play two matches: 81+ 3x Rare Gold Players Pack
• Play three matches: UEFA Primetime Jaouen Hadjam
• Score at least one goal in three separate matches: Long Ball Pass+ Evolution Consumable
• Score at least one goal in five separate matches: CB Defender++ Evolution Consumable
• Score at least one goal in six separate matches: 85-87 Rare Gold Player Pack
• Score at least one goal in seven separate matches: 10,000 coins
• Score at least one goal in nine separate matches: 83+ 10x Rare Gold Players Pack
• Play 12 matches: 85-89 Rare Gold Player Pack
• Group reward: UEFA Primetime Giuliano Simeone

Bonus Objectives and Rewards:

• Win one match: 81+ 3x Rare Gold Players Pack
• Win two matches: 85-87 Rare Gold Player Pack
• Win all matches in a round of Ultimate Gauntlet 4: 85-89 Rare Gold Player Pack
• Win six matches in Ultimate Gauntlet 4: 85-87 Rare Gold Player Pack
• Group reward: 83+ 10x Rare Gold Players Pack

It's worth noting that Ultimate Gauntlet 4 allows you to complete objectives in any order to earn rewards, instead of requiring you to complete a specific number of objectives before challenging a particular objective, as was the case before.

This allows you to prioritize acquiring your favorite players or card packs within your limited time and attempts without worrying about missing them.

Best Strategy For Completing Ultimate Gauntlet 4

As you can see, not many objectives require you to win, so if you're not fixated on completing all objectives, prioritize those that only require participation, provided you have enough players.

Next, adjust your lineup, assembling 5 usable teams capable of scoring effective points, and work your way up to the objectives that require at least one goal.

Finally, you can utilize your remaining match attempts to focus on completing the remaining objectives, such as group rewards and must-win games.

This arrangement minimizes wasted challenge attempts and maximizes your Ultimate Gauntlet 4 reward earnings. Of course, if you are confident in your abilities and players, you can arrange your lineup however you like.

That's all you need to know to participate in this round of Ultimate Gauntlet 4. Hopefully, this will be helpful for your FUT 26 experience this week! Thank you for reading.

October was a legendary month in MLB, not only for Shohei Ohtani's record-breaking game but also for Juan Soto securing Silver Slugger Award – a month to remember in baseball history.

Meanwhile, 9th Inning Program concluded, and 10th Inning Program began on October 31st. Let's take a look at which players excelled in October and became the boss of the month.

10th Inning Program Rewards

1. 3,000 XP: MLB The Show 25 Pack
2. 6.000 XP: Ballin' is a Habit Pack
3. 9.000 XP: MLB The Show 25 Pack
4. 12,000 XP: 1,000 Stubs
5. 15,000 XP: 99 OVR Cornerstone Cal Ripken Jr.
6. 18,000 XP: Ballin' is a Habit Pack
7. 22,500 XP: Headliners Pack
8. 27,000 XP: 1,000 Stubs
9. 31,500 XP: Headliners Pack
10. 36,000 XP: 99 OVR Cornerstone Frank Thomas
11. 40,500 XP: 1,000 Stubs
12. 45,000 XP: Home Run Derby Choice Pack
13. 50,000 XP: Ballin' is a Habit Pack
14. 55,000 XP: Headliners Pack
15. 60,000 XP: 1,000 Stubs
16. 65,000 XP: Ballin' is a Habit Pack
17. 70,000 XP: 99 OVR Cornerstone Nolan Ryan
18. 77,500 XP: 1,000 Stubs
19. 85,000 XP: Deluxe Choice Pack
20. 92,500 XP: Headliners Pack
21. 100,000 XP: 10th Inning Boss Choice Pack
22. 110,000 XP: Ballin' is a Habit Pack
23. 120,000 XP: Deluxe Choice Pack
24. 130,000 XP: Signature Series Choice Pack
25. 140,000 XP: Headliners Pack
26. 150,000 XP: 1,500 Stubs
27. 160,000 XP: Deluxe Choice Pack
28. 170,000 XP: Ballin' is a Habit Pack
29. 180,000 XP: MLB The Show 25 Pack
30. 190,000 XP: 10th Inning Boss Choice Pack
31. 205,000 XP: 1,500 Stubs
32. 220,000 XP: Headliners Pack
33. 235,000 XP: 2,000 Stubs
34. 250,000 XP: Full Moon 2.0 Choice Pack
35. 265,000 XP: Home Run Derby X Choice Pack

10th Inning Program runs from October 31st to November 21st. During this period, you need to play Diamond Dynasty and earn XP to unlock the rewards. Players who collect all three Bosses from 9th Inning Program will receive a 50,000 XP voucher.

In addition to the above, you can also earn extra XP by completing missions. Missions will be announced gradually, and the currently known missions are as follows:

• Acquire 27 RBIs using any player (5,000 XP)
• Strike out 85 times using any player (7,500 XP)
• Steal 38 bases using any player (10,000 XP)

Besides these, you can also earn XP through player trades, with a maximum of 50,000 XP earned this way.

10th Inning Boss

There are only two 10th Inning Boss Choice Packs in the rewards, meaning you can only obtain a maximum of two for free, and the last one can only be obtained through MLB The Show 25 stubs trade. So let's take a look at which of these three bosses is the most worthwhile to trade.

99 OVR Juan Soto, RF/LF, 2025 Finest

• Contact Right: 125
• Contact Left: 110
• Power Right: 125
• Power Left: 125
• Vision: 100
• Discipline: 125
• Clutch: 120
• Bunt: 41
• Drag Bunt: 31
• Durability: 98

From late September to early October, Juan Soto maintained a high on-base percentage, although his home run and slugging percentages slightly declined. He continued to generate key RBIs in the final stages of the regular season and in several games into October, providing consistent firepower for the team's playoff push. Although he couldn't lead New York Met to the playoffs, Silver Slugger Award is a testament to his ability.

As a hitter, 99 OVR Juan Soto boasts near-top-tier stats, with 125 power in both hands plus a high-powered bunt. His speed, stealing, and base running are also excellent, demonstrating not only skill in hitting but also mobility once on base. His hitting is almost flawless, but he might not be as versatile if your playstyle emphasizes defense or speed.

Juan Soto is undoubtedly the most recommended of the three Bosses. If you don't need an offensive player in this position, selling this card can earn you a significant amount of stubs.

99 OVR Aroldis Chapman, CP, 2025 Finest

• Stamina: 25
• H/9: 125
• K/9: 117
• BB/9: 102
• HR/9: 99
• Pitch Clutch: 125
• Control: 87
• Velocity: 99
• Break: 99

Aroldis Chapman maintained a very high level of performance throughout the season, continuing his dominance in the early October postseason. His 100.7 mph fastball strikeout against Yankees on October 2nd proved he still has the ability to close out games.

99 OVR Aroldis Chapman is virtually unbeatable as a finisher in the game. High K/9, high H/9, high Velocity, and high Break all indicate a dominant advantage over batters.

However, as a finisher, his usage scenarios are relatively limited. You need a lead and to bring him in the final innings, otherwise his value may not be fully realized. But if your team's overall depth is weak, this strong card cannot save the team.

Aroldis Chapman has a very strong ability to close out games. If your team has a strong defense, then he is a very good option.

99 OVR Nick Kurtz, 1B/RF, 2025 Finest

• Contact Right: 125
• Contact Left: 110
• Power Right: 125
• Power Left: 125
• Vision: 90
• Discipline: 125
• Clutch: 125
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 95

As one of the brightest rookies of the 2025 season, Nick Kurtz maintained a high hitting efficiency in October and was nominated for Silver Slugger Award. He also showcased his consistent power hitting and excellent pitch selection in October MLB official highlight video.

99 OVR Nick Kurtz has very strong hitting ability, with a Power rating of 125 on both sides, indicating that he is very good at hitting power hits and home runs. However, this card is weak in speed and base running, which will limit his ability to extend the offense or steal bases. His defense is also only average for a 1B player.

While 99 OVR Nick Kurtz is a top-tier card, he is not the most outstanding, especially since he lacks speed and defense. This means he cannot be as well-rounded as Juan Soto, hence his recommendation is placed last.

That concludes the overview of 10th Inning Program, and hope you could receive all the rewards.

With the release of EA FC 26 Ultimate Scream Team 2, a new wave of evolution has arrived. This Curse of the Left Evolution primarily targets cards on the left flank, and this evolution is actually quite good.

So what are the specific requirements for this evolution? And which cards are worth evolving? Let's take a look.

Requirements And Challenges Of Curse Of The Left Evolution

Require

• Overall Rating: Max 80
• PlayStyle: Max 10
• Not Rarity: World Tour Silver Stars
• Position: LM
• Not Position: CB

Upgrades

• Overall: +11 | 85
• Shooting: +15 | 83
• Passing: +13 | 80
• Acceleration: +20 | 92
• Aggression: +5 | 75
• Agility: +20 | 90
• Balance: +20 | 90
• Ball control: +20 | 85
• Dribbling: +20 | 85
• Jumping: +15 | 90
• Reactions: +20 | 84
• Sprint Speed: +20 | 85
• Stamina: +15 | 85
• Strength: +5 | 75
• Composure: +20 | 85
• Skills: +1 | 4
• Playstyles: Rapid, and Press Proven | 5
• Roles: Winger+ and Inside Forward++

Evolution Quests

• Level 1: Evo players win two matches and have two assists in modes such as Squad Battles.
• Level 2: Evo players participate in at least 3 matches in modes such as Squad Battles and win at least 2.
• Level 3: Evo players participate in at least 2 matches in modes such as Squad Battles.
• Level 4: Evo players win at least 1 match in modes such as Squad Battles.

This is a fairly solid upgrade that can really improve many low-rated cards, making them quite good. However, this evolution is not free, and you need at least 25,000 FC 26 coins or 350 FC 26 Points to unlock this Evolution.

Recommended Players

80 OVR Marcus Rashford

Marcus Rashford is considered the default option for this evolution, but he also has two SBCs, one of which grants him Finesse Shot playstyle. Therefore, while Marcus Rashford is a good choice, he's not top-tier, and he can serve as a temporary Meta alternative.

80 OVR Jérémy Doku

Jérémy Doku is a very fast winger, possessing Quick Step and Rapid+ playstyles, allowing him to run faster. He already has good dribbling skills, and after evolution, his shooting ability receives a significant boost, making him a potential top-tier winger, even as a starter.

His weaknesses lie in his 4-star Weak Foot and 3-star skills, his left-wing position, and the lack of Finesse Shot playstyle, which can be a weakness in some tactics. However, overall, his evolved card is significantly better.

74 OVR Gabriel Silva

Gabriel Silva's base speed (96) is already very good, so you can confidently use Marksman chemistry to greatly enhance his dribbling and shooting without needing to use Hunter to compensate for speed.

Gabriel Silva gains Winger+ and Inside Forward++ player roles after evolution. The only drawback is the lack of Finesse Shot; you'll need to add it if you want to make him even more effective.

Finally, he's very rare as a Santa Clara club player, and these types of players are usually not available as promotional cards; evolution is the primary way to improve them.

80 OVR Pedro Lomba Neto

After evolving, Pedro Lomba Neto gains Winger+ and Inside Forward++ roles. As a left-footed player primarily operating on the left wing, this is a significant upgrade, but he lacks any meta-level shooting playstyles like Finesse Shot or Chip Shot. He's a good choice if you don't rely on cutting inside and chipping shots.

78 OVR Jamie Gittens

78 OVR Jamie Gittens has good base speed (92) and already possesses Rapid and Quick Step playstyles, making him more responsive. Using Marksman chemistry can elevate his dribbling to a very high level, making him a significant boost for Chelsea fans.

Other Good Choices

• 80 OVR Jack Grealish: After evolving, he becomes a very well-rounded winger with excellent dribbling and passing abilities.
• 80 OVR Jadon Sancho: Requires completing Iron Lungs evolution chain to reach this level. He works well with the Finisher chemistry after evolving.
• 80 OVR Lucas Paquetá: Lucas Paquetá is a left-footed player, and his weakness is his very slow speed. However, after evolution, paired with Hunter chemistry, he becomes usable in actual matches.

General Recommendations

The above are at least some recommended players. If you don't want to use these players, you can try to find players suitable for your team yourself.

You need to pay attention to player chemistry because the attributes of evolved players are fixed, but by combining different chemistry styles, you can greatly change their feel and effectiveness. In addition, the player's innate playstyles are very important. Players with key playstyles such as Finesse Shot, Quick Step, and Rapid are more valuable after evolution, while the lack of Finesse Shot will limit their potential.

You can choose players whose base pace is already high enough, prioritizing those whose base speed has reached or is close to the 88 cap. This way, you can use Marksman chemistry style to focus on improving dribbling and shooting, rather than using Hunter to compensate for speed. Gabriel Silva is a perfect example.

Finally, since Curse of the Left Evolution has no time limit, you can use evolutions on players with sentimental value, especially those less popular players who are almost impossible to obtain official promotional cards for. Popular players will almost always receive new cards and evolutions later.

These are the recommended cards for Curse of the Left Evolution. You can combine these suggestions with your team's needs to choose which players to evolve.

EA FC 26's schedule is always synchronized with real-world football matches,creating a never-ending football feast for players worldwide. Following TOTW7 roster update on October 29th, the game is about to usher in a major event with greater strategic depth and investment appeal - Road to the Knockouts.

The event is confirmed to officially launch on November 7th. It is not only an update of player cards, but also a strategic game that tests players' vision and determines the depth of their lineups in the coming months. It is bound to set off a new wave of in-game economic and competitive fever.

Core Event Mechanics

Road to the Knockouts is one of the most anticipated events in EA FC series, seamlessly connecting the game with top-tier real-world football competitions such as Champions League, Europa League, Europa Conference League, and Women's Champions League.

The essence of RTTK lies in its special player cards, which have dynamic upgrade attributes. This is not just a simple numerical improvement, but a strategic game where the fate of the team supported by the player is intertwined.

Each RTTK player card represents a player who has fought hard in League, and the card's ability values ​​will be permanently enhanced based on the actual performance of its team in the upcoming key matches.

Upgrade Conditions

Upgrades typically depend on a team's number of wins and goals in the group stage, as well as whether they advance to the knockout stage. When a player's team successfully advances from the group stage to the knockout stage, their RTTK player card will receive a significant ability boost.

If players reach certain milestones, they may also trigger a second upgrade, such as receiving a rating boost or additional PlayStyle+ or Player Role++.

This means that what players acquire in the early stages of the event may only be a decent player card, but if their team continues to perform well, this card will eventually evolve into one of the top-tier god cards in the game.

This is not only a moment to test a player's footballing eye, but also a great opportunity to build the ultimate lineup.

Player Selection Range

This RTTK event is expected to include many star players who have performed well on the field and whose teams are on the verge of advancing.

Whether they are rising stars from elite clubs battling for qualification in Champions League or key players shining in Europa League, all have a chance to be selected. These players' dynamic cards will be among the most sought-after options in the transfer market in the coming weeks.

Strategies For Obtaining RTTK Player Cards

For all FIFA 26 players, RTTK event offers diverse ways to participate, allowing both casual and competitive players to find their own stage.

Get Directly

First, during the event, you'll have a chance to directly obtain RTTK players by opening various card packs, ensuring you have enough FUT 26 Coins to get the best player cards you want.

It's worth noting that when the event first launches and the supply is at its peak, some cards may be priced low, making it the best time to acquire them.

At the same time, you can also pay close attention to the actual match results. After a team wins a key match, the price of its RTTK player card will usually rise immediately. Therefore, obtaining it in advance before a key match is a high-risk, high-return investment strategy.

Pay Attention To Transfer Market

In addition, all RTTK player cards will be available on the transfer market, and players can directly acquire their desired players through bidding. However, it should be noted that in the early stages of the event, the prices of popular players may be driven up to a high point.

Mission Challenge

Furthermore, the developers may introduce a series of team-building challenges. Completing these challenges could directly reward players with valuable RTTK player cards, player packs, or high-value resources. These player cards also feature dynamic upgrades and cannot be traded on the transfer market, providing a stable addition to the roster.

The game usually also features a series of milestone objectives. By completing specific matches or scoring goals, you can unlock rewards for free, including RTTK player packs.

RTTK event is one of the most important milestones at the beginning of the season, offering dynamic cards with an extremely long lifespan. A successfully promoted RTTK card can easily extend its value and usage period into next year.

For players hoping to achieve great results in Division Rivals and FUT Champions, now is the perfect time to accumulate FIFA 26 Coins and invest in the future.

With the launch of Road to the Knockouts, FUT 26 once again demonstrates its dynamism and innovation as a leading football gaming platform. This is not merely another release of player cards, but a suspenseful and exciting football extravaganza for players worldwide.

Following RTTK, many classic holiday events are also on the agenda, and the game's annual feast is getting better and better. So get your lineup ready and embark on the journey to ultimate glory with your supported team!

On the competitive stage of MLB The Show 25, subtle strategies in lineup building can often determine the outcome of a match. Recently, based on feedback from the player community, a fascinating tactic has come to the fore, attempting to break through competitive limitations through game mechanics.

This tactical approach assembled a special lineup where, aside from the catcher, almost all players had their discipline attributes at their highest level, aiming to verify the practical value of this attribute in high-level games. The complete, thought-provoking, and exciting match is now presented.

Tactical Concept

According to the attribute description in the in-game Diamond Dynasty, high discipline explicitly states that it increases the frequency with which batters back off when facing inside balls. Over time, this increases the number of walks.

This description accurately captures the common experience of many players: when you want to swing to hit an inside ball, the game mechanics sometimes force the batter to step back, making it impossible to swing.

Therefore, this tactic constructs a specialized lineup where all players except the catcher have the highest level of discipline. Jorge Posada, as the core of the lineup, although he does not possess Superfractor attribute to achieve the highest level of discipline, is still highly anticipated.

Real-World Testing

This experimental match was between two equally matched teams, which should have been the perfect stage to test tactics. However, the actual match went very differently from what was expected.

Opposing pitcher George Kirby did not frequently attack the inside corner, forcing the highly disciplined lineup to avoid inside pitches, thus negating their core advantage. This prevented the experiment from being directly validated on a data level.

Meanwhile, the player's starting pitcher, Roy Halladay, became another variable in the game. Although he has been one of the player's favorite pitchers in recent years, his recent form has been worrying, and he suffered another blow in this game, allowing the opponent to hit several crucial home runs, causing the score to fall behind early. This exposed the experimental lineup's weakness in the pitching position.

Despite the setback in their tactical experiment, the game showcased the allure of esports. This perseverance paid off in the seventh inning when Jorge Posada's crucial hit tied the score at 3-3, demonstrating the team's resilience. However, their opponents immediately regained the lead with a home run, pushing the game to a fever pitch.

In the bottom of the ninth inning, the do-or-die experimental lineup staged a thrilling comeback. Jurickson Profar and Jose Bautista hit home runs in quick succession, bringing the score from 3-6 to 5-6 and giving the prospect of victory a second chance.

At a crucial moment, the opponent brought in left-handed pitcher Andrew Miller, while the players sent in Josh Gibson as a pinch hitter, hoping he could counter the left-handed pitcher's powerful offense. However, the final swing missed, bringing a disappointing end to this game full of attempts and passion.

Post-game Summary

Based on this closely contested and exciting match, we can draw a clear conclusion: discipline had absolutely no impact on the game, and not a single batter managed to dodge the ball.

This meticulously designed experimental tactic failed to reach the core of the theory due to the opponent's pitching strategy, but the result itself provided valuable data points.

The essence of the game's outcome lay in the difference in home runs. The opponent capitalized on the pitcher's off-ball play to efficiently convert into extra-base runs; while the opposing team, although hitting relatively better, saw too many powerful shots converted into outs, and their crucial extra-base runs failed to materialize for most of the game.

Regarding future adjustments, it's necessary to consider removing the struggling Roy Halladay from the starting lineup and trusting bullpen pitchers earlier. Also, it might be necessary to hit the underside of the ball more often to create more effective flight shots, rather than powerful but easily smashed flat shots.

While the strategy of layering discipline didn't work in this particular game, it didn't completely diminish the attribute's value in certain situations.

Perhaps discipline is best used in conjunction with other attributes for a more holistic approach. However, in high-level competitive play, players may need to focus on power and timing to outpace opponents' pitching speed, especially against dynamic pitchers like Josh Gibson.

This game may have been a loss, but it serves as a powerful reminder that strategy in MLB The Show 25 is constantly evolving. There is no guaranteed path to victory; adapting to new mechanisms, experimenting with different games, and continuous learning are key to staying competitive.

Whether you're adjusting your lineup based on discipline or trying entirely new tactics, true victory lies in pushing the limits of what's possible.

In this competitive game, what matters is not only winning or losing, but also the tactical maneuvering between the two sides. In this virtual baseball world full of endless possibilities, buy MLB 25 Stubs from Utnice.com to get more player cards suitable in other powerful tactics, change the course of the game, and break through the limits!

On October 17th, MLB The Show 25 launched its Extreme Program as planned. This nearly annual event has garnered player attention for its generous rewards and challenging missions.

This year is no exception, with Extreme Program offering five card rewards—three directly unlocked through point-based rewards, and two hidden within the accompanying Diamond Quest.

If you want to know the rewards of this Extreme Program and how to obtain them, we will introduce them to you in detail here.

Extreme Program Rewards

To earn these rich rewards, you'll need to complete challenging missions.

You'll earn points by completing exciting matches, including PXP Extreme Missions, Extreme Showdown, Extreme Conquest Maps, and the optional Extreme Diamond Quest.

This year's MLB The Show 25 Extreme Program offers the same generous rewards as always, living up to the expectations players have for this event. These rewards include Extreme Dragon Icons, Premier Choice Packs not available through MLB Stubs, and other valuable cards.

Accumulate a certain number of points to unlock corresponding rewards. The specific rules are as follows:

• 10 points earn an Extreme Dragon Icon and 25,000 XP.
• 20 points unlock Premier Choice Pack.
• 30 points unlock 99 OVR Milestone Byron Buxton card.
• 40 points earn another Premier Choice Pack.
• 50 points earn Stadium Sound and 25,000 XP.
• 60 points unlock 99 OVR Milestone Roger Clemens card.
• 70, 80, and 90 points earn you Ultra Choice Pack.
• 100 points earn you 99 OVR Milestone Elly De La Cruz card and 25,000 XP.

As you can see, the core card rewards of this Extreme Program are the three highly rated Milestone Series cards: Byron Buxton, Roger Clemens, and Elly De La Cruz.

As in previous years, such generous rewards come with a significant investment of time and MLB 25 Stubs to build your team and complete the challenge.

Extreme Program Missions

In MLB The Show 25 Extreme Program, different types of competitions earn different points, with varying scoring rules and difficulty levels. You can choose a different type based on your specific abilities.

The different missions and their corresponding points are as follows:

• Extreme Conquest: 30 points
• Extreme Showdown: 30 points
• 10 Moments: 40 points (4 points each)
• OPTIONAL Extreme Missions: Different points
• Extreme PXP Mission: 5 points
• Extreme Diamond Quest: 30 points

OPTIONAL Extreme Missions include winning 2, 5, or 10 times in Extreme Events, each worth 1 point, 5 points, and 5 points, respectively.

Winning an Extreme Event twice (worth 1 point) in OPTIONAL Extreme Missions is repeatable. You can choose the appropriate task according to your level.

For players whose challenge teams haven't yet fully assembled, we recommend choosing missions that require two wins. This way, even if you don't have a sufficient supply of MLB The Show 25 Stubs to acquire suitable players for the challenge, you can quickly build a winning team.

Once you've decided on your OPTIONAL Extreme Missions, confirm them in-game as soon as possible. The deadline for selecting these missions is October 31st, 2:00 PM ET.

Extreme Conquest

To earn all 30 points in MLB The Show 25 Extreme Conquest, you must complete all system-assigned objectives before completing Conquest map.

Here are the tasks you need to complete:

• Capture all AL and NL East Strongholds in the first round.
• Capture NL Central Stronghold by the second round or earlier.
• Capture NL West Stronghold by the third round or earlier.
• Capture AL Central Stronghold by the fourth round or earlier.
• Capture AL West Stronghold by the fifth round or earlier.
• Gain 15 million followers (starting at 15 million followers).
• Capture all Strongholds.
• Capture the entire map.

Although these tasks may seem difficult to achieve, they are achievable through continuous effort. You can constantly improve your skills and seize the right opportunities to complete them.

Extreme Showdown

In this challenge, you must assemble your Showdown Squad and compete against pitchers from Diamond Dynasty. By completing each level and defeating Blue Jays pitcher Roger Clemens in the final match, you will earn 30 points for this challenge.

To secure victory in the final match, it's worthwhile to buy MLB The Show 25 Stubs to acquire powerful players. This will help you assemble a stronger team and defeat your opponent.

Moments

Extreme Program's Moments consists of 10 challenging challenges, each requiring you to achieve specific objectives at a specific difficulty level. Each Moment is worth 4 points, and completing all Moments earns you 40 points.

Moments challenges in MLB The Show 25 are broadly categorized into Hall of Fame and Legend difficulties. Challenges include, but are not limited to, hitting home runs, winning games against adversity, and completing system-assigned objectives under certain conditions.

These Moment Challenges are entirely dependent on your skill and there are no shortcuts.

Extreme PXP Mission

Extreme PXP Mission requires you to earn 40,000 PXP in any mode within Diamond Dynasty. Notably, this mission is repeatable.

As you continue playing in MLB The Show 25, you'll accumulate PXP.

Extreme Diamond Quest

This is the first of three Challenges in this Extreme Program to span three venues: Dodger Stadium, Truist Park, and Progressive Field.

Notably, completing Extreme Diamond Quest will reward you with the powerful Kenley Jansen and Milestone Carlos Santana. These two player cards are unavailable through other means, so if you want them, you'll want to complete Extreme Quest.

While Extreme Program event missions in MLB The Show 25 are challenging, the generous rewards are well worth the resources and time invested in completing them. You can choose the appropriate task according to your level, plan the challenge time reasonably, and collect your favorite player cards.

FIFA 26 has officially launched the second player roster for Ratings Reload promotion—EA FC 26 Ratings Reload Team 2.

Ratings Reload promotion aims to identify highly rated players through fan voting and offer them the opportunity to upgrade. This promotion is now live in FIFA 26’s Ultimate Team mode.

This roster features both established stars and young talent. Let’s take a look at the powerful players available.

Full Roster

This new roster features many of football’s most recognizable stars. Besides superstars like Lionel Messi and Kevin De Bruyne, the full roster also includes promising young players like Manchester City’s Khadija Shaw, Liverpool’s Dominik Szoboszlai, and Juventus’ Kenan Yildiz. Each of these players has received their own special card.

Compared to the base player cards, these special FIFA FUT 26 player cards have enhanced in-game attributes, making them more representative of their recent form.

The players on your roster have diverse styles, and you can use FC 26 Coins to select the right player card to add to your team based on your preferences.

Selection Mechanism

The core logic of FC 26 Ratings Reload promotion revolves around community voting to determine rating upgrades. Player selection is based on fan feedback about their basic stats.

The promotion focuses on players who have recently performed well, or those whose ratings don’t meet expectations despite their powerful performance, providing them with more realistic player cards.

A player’s real-life performance influences the recognition of their player card in-game, with high-performing players receiving wider recognition. Players may not be fans of a particular player, but they have witnessed their potential in real life.

It’s important to note that this upgrade only applies to the special promotional cards released during the event. The player’s standard base card rating will not be changed during this upgrade, and the stat boost ranges of special cards and standard base cards are independent of each other.

How To Obtain?

There are many ways to have Team 2 player cards. Here are some recommended methods:

Participate in SBC Challenges. Having player-cards through SBC Challenges is a simple but time-consuming process. You can select your favorite player cards and challenge them in SBCs.

Getting them directly. While obtaining player-cards directly may be the most convenient method for players, it requires considering your FC 26 Coins reserves.

Participating in SBC challenges is recommended.

Close Connection Between Game And Fans

FC 26 Ratings Reload promotion’s unique fan voting mechanism ensures that the final players selected are those players want to play in FC FUT 26, while also identifying a group of superstars and potential players worthy of continued attention.

By considering player choices, we enhance engagement within EA FC community and foster a greater sense of ownership over the game content. This type of promotion builds player recognition and engagement with FUT 26.

However, EA FUT 26 Ratings Reload promotion is limited in duration. After it ends, the fan-favorite Halloween-themed promotion, Ultimate Scream, will take over.

These updates ensure that the game content remains fresh and engaging throughout the season, continuously boosting player engagement.

The launch of EA FC 26 Ratings Reload Team 2 not only brings players top stars voted for by fans, but also injects stronger new options into the player pool of Ultimate Team mode ahead of the launch of a new round of major promotional activities.

For EA Sports FC 26 players, Football Ultimate Team remains one of the core gameplay elements of the game. FIFA 26 not only adds new challenges but also optimizes and upgrades existing mechanics. Players can efficiently build powerful teams and master various activities based on their individual needs.

If you'd like to learn more about the core mechanics and modes of EA FUT 26, how to quickly get started, and improve your team's strength, read on.

Ultimate Team Chemistry

In FC 26, Ultimate Team Chemistry plays a crucial role in player performance.

A player's individual chemistry depends on their nationality, league, and club. Within a team, the synergy between players influences the team's overall performance.

A player's individual chemistry can have a range of values, ranging from 0 to 3 depending on the situation. The higher a player's chemistry points are, the better his performance is, and the player also gains additional buff attributes.

Ideally, in EA FUT 26, every team member should possess three traits: nationality, league, and club. This theoretically maximizes chemistry.

Every player on a team can develop chemistry with other players. To earn chemistry points, players must be placed in appropriate positions.

Players in a team will earn the following chemistry points by meeting the following requirements:

• Two players from the same country or club: +1 point
• Three players from the same league: +1 point
• Four players from the same club: +2 points
• Five players from the same country or league: +2 points
• Seven players from the same club: +3 points
• Eight players from the same country or league: +3 points

Theoretically, you can have a team with a maximum chemistry score of 33.

Special Cards

Besides being high-status cards themselves, the hero and icon special cards are also great for boosting your team's chemistry points.

Heroes and icons both instantly contribute to team Chemistry points, but their focus differs. Hero special cards count not only towards players in their league, but also towards their country. Icon special cards, on the other hand, typically count towards their country, but earn 2 points in any league.

Currently, these two special player cards are difficult to obtain in-game, but they can boost your team's chemistry points in crucial moments. You can invest a certain amount of FC 26 coins to acquire these special cards and enhance your team's strength.

Also Read: FC 26 Vs FC 25: Key Gameplay Changes, New Features & What You Need To Know

GK Evolution

With well-rated goalkeeper cards on your team, you can complete a series of challenges to improve their stats and overall rating, providing more flexibility in your in-game development.

In FIFA FUT 26, additional evolutionary positions may be added in the future, allowing players to customize their choices and create even more possibilities.

FC Pro Live Events

Live Events, in conjunction with FC Pro, provide a new competitive platform for Division Rivals players to compete. Players earn points by completing matches and climb the regional leaderboards.

Tournaments

Tournaments return with a classic elimination tournament format, featuring a new structure and flexible schedule. It will not be held at a relatively stable time like Rivals or Champs, but will appear at some key moments.

In EA Sports FC 26 Tournaments, you'll experience different lineup rules and setups for each season, earning unique rewards.

Gauntlet

Gauntlet features a completely different format than Tournaments. There's no elimination; you can continue to complete all Gauntlets regardless of your results.

This Gauntlet format requires you to play a completely different lineup for each match, including your selected substitutes. FC FUT 26 uses this approach to test your squad depth and ability to adapt your lineups during matches.

To better prepare for these situations, you can use FIFA 26 coins to acquire the player cards you need to assemble your squad. While there's no elimination in this format, the rewards increase with each win.

Rivals Revamp Improvements

To enhance the player experience, FC 26 has made some changes to Rivals Revamp. Below are some of the new systems in Rivals Revamp.

Bounties

Upcoming Rivals matches may trigger Bounties. The mechanism of Bounties challenge is very simple. After the system gives you a task, you complete it in the Rivals competition. When you complete the task given by the system, you can get the reward immediately.

Bounties offer generous rewards, including but not limited to Rivals Points, Champion Qualification Points, and FC 26 Coins. Most challenges are simple, like scoring a goal. Even if you don't win the game, you can still complete the Bounties and receive a reward.

Duels

Duels are more like a special Bounties challenge, challenging you to compete against a single opponent in the same challenge. Both players face the same exact objective, but only one player will ultimately receive the reward.

Champions

In past games, it's become clear that qualifying for Champions through Playoffs has become more competitive than the Champions themselves.

To balance the number of matches played in FIFA FUT 26, Playoffs have been eliminated. You can now qualify directly for Champions by collecting a certain number of Champion Qualification Points.

Challengers

Challengers are a new Champion tier with their own unique playstyle and rewards. For players who haven't yet reached the highest ranks, Challengers offers a similar competitive experience, but at a more accessible level.

Sound planning can make team building smoother. We hope this guide helps you excel in FUT 26 and create your own legendary team.

Master these Ultimate Team mechanics and you'll be ready to master EA FUT 26. If you want to accelerate your time building the perfect squad, buy FC 26 coins from the trusted utnice.com to help you build your team and begin the next chapter of your football legend.

MLB The Show 25 9th Inning Program launched on October 3rd, adding three powerful new bosses and an untradeable 99 OVR hitter. As always, you'll need to earn XP in each mode.

Besides the new players, 9th Inning Program also includes free player packs, stadium items, stubs, and more, for a total of 35 rewards. Let's take a look at the rewards and how to earn them.

9th Inning Program Rewards

1. 3,000 XP: MLB The Show 25 pack
2. 7,500 XP: 9th Inning Cornerstone Choice Pack
3. 12,500 XP: MLB The Show 25 pack
4. 17,500 XP: 1,000 Stubs
5. 22,500 XP: 9th Inning Cornerstone Choice Pack
6. 27,500 XP: Ballin' is a Habit pack
7. 35,000 XP: Headliners pack
8. 42,500 XP: 1,000 Stubs
9. 50,000 XP: Headliners pack
10. 57,500 XP: 9th Inning Cornerstone Choice Pack
11. 65,000 XP: 1,000 Stubs
12. 72,500 XP: Stadium Sound
13. 80,000 XP: Ballin' is a Habit pack
14. 87,500 XP: Headliners pack
15. 95,000 XP: 1,000 Stubs
16. 105,000 XP: Audio Unlockable
17. 115,000 XP: 99 OVR Retro Finest Joc Pederson (No-Sell)
18. 125,000 XP: Ballin' is a Habit pack
19. 135,000 XP: Deluxe Choice pack
20. 145,000 XP: Headliners pack
21. 155,000 XP: 9th Inning Boss Choice Pack
22. 165,000 XP: Ballin' is a Habit pack
23. 175,000 XP: Deluxe Choice Pack
24. 185,000 XP: MLB The Show 25 pack
25. 195,000 XP: Headliners pack
26. 205,000 XP: 1,500 Stubs
27. 220,000 XP: Deluxe Choice pack
28. 235,000 XP: Ballin' is a Habit pack
29. 250,000 XP: MLB The Show 25 pack (x2)
30. 265,000 XP: 9th Inning Boss Choice Pack
31. 280,000 XP: Deluxe Choice Pack
32. 295,000 XP: Headliners Pack
33. 310,000 XP: 2,000 Stubs
34. 325,000 XP: Full Moon 2.0 Choice Pack
35. 340,000 XP: Home Run Derby X Choice Pack

How To Complete 9th Inning Program?

In addition to accumulating XP in Diamond Dynasty mode, you can also redeem XP for a voucher for 9th Inning after defeating all three bosses in 8th Inning Program. You can redeem up to 50,000 XP.

In addition, completing Drop Missions also earns XP:

• Achieve 12 strikeouts in any game mode (5,000 XP)
• Achieve 25 home runs in any game mode (7,500 XP)
• Achieve 75 extra-base hits in any game mode (10,000 XP)

9th Inning Program Player Cards

While 9th Inning Cornerstone Choice Pack grants you three 93 OVR players, our focus for this post is on the 99 OVR.

99 OVR Joc Pederson Retro Finest

• Contact Right: 118
• Contact Left: 104
• Power Right: 125
• Power Left: 82
• Vision: 101
• Discipline: 104
• Clutch: 125
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 95

Joc Pederson struggled at the plate in September. Although he hit a game-tying double on September 14th, his overall batting average was less than.200, making him a limited contributor to Retro.

As a card that cannot be traded for MLB 25 stubs, his strong power (125) and high contact (118) against right-handed pitchers mean he can be a significant extra-base/home run threat in regular matchups. He can also adapt to the left and right outfield positions and first base, giving you more room for substitutions and rotations when building your lineup, making him a pretty competitive prospect at this point.

99 OVR Andrew McCutchen Pirates CF Finest

• Contact Right: 125
• Contact Left: 115
• Power Right: 107
• Power Left: 125
• Vision: 107
• Discipline: 114
• Clutch: 125
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 95

The 39-year-old McCutchen has a career September batting average of .261 and 59 home runs. Overall, his production is solid, but his batting average is slightly lower than usual.

As 9th Inning Boss, his Power and Contact are both very strong, and his vision allows him to play in difficult games. His stolen bases (80) are also quite threatening. However, his defense is not particularly top-notch, so he may be suppressed in extreme matchups when facing top hitters. If you already have a very top outfielder and hitter, the marginal improvement of this card may be small.

99 OVR Chris Sale Braves SP Awards

• Stamina: 108
• H/9: 114
• K/9: 116
• BB/9: 101
• HR/9: 94
• Pitch Clutch: 125
• Control: 97
• Velocity: 99
• Break: 99

Chris Sale's performance in September was still reliable. Although he did not appear in many games, his efficiency, control and strikeout ability were relatively solid.

As a Boss card, he has virtually no weaknesses among pitchers, making him a great buy for long-term use. You can use him as the centerpiece, first, or second starter in your lineup.

99 OVR Corey Seager Rangers SS Awards

• Contact Right: 125
• Contact Left: 120
• Power Right: 125
• Power Left: 109
• Vision: 103
• Discipline: 104
• Clutch: 125
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 90

Corey Seager had a particularly impressive September. His batting form returned in September, and he was able to contribute significantly in RBIs and home runs, making him a key player for Rangers.

His Boss card demonstrates excellent hitting and decent defense for his tier. However, due to his poor speed, avoid assigning him primary baserunning or stealing responsibilities. Instead, consider using him in matchups where he's more focused on hitting and defense.

9th Inning Program expires on October 31st, leaving you two weeks to complete the program. Since there are only two Boss Choice Packs, I recommend prioritizing Chris Sale, followed by Corey Seager, and finally Andrew McCutchen. You can also prioritize the cards with the highest demand based on the player market.

All three Boss cards can be traded for stubs, but they're currently valued at around 50,000 to 60,000 stubs. If you want to collect all three before the program ends, Utnice has a number of cheap and reliable MLB The Show 25 stubs for sale. If you don't have time to claim all the rewards, Utnice is a good option.

For years, Career Mode has been virtually stagnant, seemingly forgotten by the official community. However, in EA FC 26, it finally receives some substantial updates.

The managerial mode incorporates new mechanics. You may face unexpected injuries, financial pressures, or transfer requests, forcing you to make tactical and management adjustments. While still not on par with Football Manager, it at least offers a more challenging management experience.

The player career mode introduces Archetype system, similar to NBA 2K's MyPlayer mode. Players can choose from 13 different styles, such as Magician, Progressor, and Marauder, and gradually improve their attributes through matches.

FC 26 Career Mode is more replayable than ever before, but it also brings more challenges. So how can you master this mode and become a legendary football manager? Every step you take in the game matters.

Mode Selection

Manager Live mode is recommended because it introduces a challenge system, unlike traditional manager modes. You can earn rewards such as retro kits or Season Points by completing specific objectives.

Manager Live mode requires you to select a challenge restriction:

• Squad Restriction: You can only select teams from the list (e.g., Liverpool, Manchester City, Chelsea, etc.).
• Transfer Restriction: You can only sign new players through loans.
• Simulation Restriction: You cannot quickly simulate or skip matches and you must play or watch the entire match yourself.

Club Selection And Detailed Gameplay Settings

You can choose a real club or create your own, depending on your preference. Before you start the game, you can set your desired gameplay content and difficulty. Here are some recommended settings, but you can also adjust them yourself:

• Simulation Depth: Deeper simulation
• Manager Market: Enabled (allows you to apply for jobs at other clubs during the season)
• Board Expectations: Strict (increases the difficulty and realism of the game, putting more pressure on you)
• Match Duration: 4-minute half
• Difficulty: Adjust according to your level
• Youth Team Matches: 3-minute half
• Training: Disable Training Plans and Drills (to save management time).
• Injuries and Suspensions: Enabled
• Transfer Negotiation Strictness: Relaxed (makes transfers easier to complete)
• Scouting Speed: Normal
• Currency: Choose your preferred setting

Player Development: Set the development speed of both adult and youth players to Slow to prevent players from increasing too quickly and disrupting game balance.

Unexpected Event Frequency: This adds unpredictability and excitement to the game, such as a team outbreak of food poisoning, a player's sudden retirement, or a serious injury during training. If you prefer this sense of uncertainty, set it to High; if not, set it to Low. If you'd like to increase the challenge and realism, you can disable the following features: Quick Simulation, Skipped Matches, Tactical View, Highlight Replays, and Replays.

Starting Stage

Upon entering the game, the first thing you'll need to do is complete Daily Tasks, which will be displayed throughout your entire game session.

Tactical Vision

Before you start managing your team, you must set your Tactical Vision. This determines your team's overall tactics and your basic style of play. Choosing a different Tactical Vision directly affects the roles and movement tendencies of EA FC 26 players on the field.

There are seven Tactical Visions:

• Standard: Balanced and stable.
• High Pressing: Turns missed possessions into opportunities.
• Possession: Continuously passes and rotates until the runner finds a gap in the opponent's defense.
• Wing-Play: Utilizes full width, advancing quickly to the touchline and overlapping with the full-backs.
• Kick and Rush: Frequently bypasses the midfield to engage the striker. Counter-Attack: Use numbers to defend in depth, then quickly penetrate the backline.
• Park the Bus: Specializes in low-blocking and cautious, compact defense.

Coach Management

Also within Tactical Vision screen, you can hire coaches to specifically train players and accelerate their development in specific areas. The coaches you hire should be selected based on your tactical vision.

A coach's proficiency (Expert > Proficient > Competent) and star rating determine their training efficiency. A higher star rating provides more training points. Your goal is to achieve the ideal number of points as close as possible, but you won't be able to cover every position.

Squad Hub

Squad Hub is your central hub for managing all your players. You can add players to the transfer list, loan list, or block offers, set personalized training priorities for each player (very important), and manage your team's lineup and jersey numbers.

Besides Player Management, you can also view detailed player attributes, contract length, salary, and more by pressing RB/R1. Press Square/X key to sort any column, for example, by contract age to quickly identify players whose contracts are about to expire for renewal. You can conduct contract negotiations with players yourself or delegate them to an assistant coach.

Youth Academy Development

In addition to the roles on your team, your assistant will also send you an email to highlight new players. In Youth Hub, you can identify promising young players and create training plans for them, focusing on improving specific attributes or learning new roles.

When two plus signs (++) appear on the role icon next to a player's portrait, they have fully mastered that role and can switch to another development plan. Once a development plan is completed, you'll receive an email to confirm the player's new role.

Team Management

When you're ready to play a game, you can select your starting XI and bench in Team Management section. This allows you to create a new tactic and set it to active. This prevents the game's default settings from automatically resetting your tactic. Tactical setup requires you to choose a formation and set your attacking and defensive styles, ideally tailored to your team's vision.

You can then set specific positions for your FIFA 26 players. This significantly impacts player behavior during matches, and you can press Square/X key to display a player activity heatmap to ensure no areas of the field are overlooked.

Once you've successfully gotten your team up and running, you'll need to continue scouting for new talent and continually refining your squad. Players may leave, retire, or request contract adjustments, requiring you to manage your budget to retain key players.

FIFA 26's Career mode is much more engaging than before, and playing it also allows you to progress through the Battle Pass and unlock Icon players. However, it doesn't significantly improve your Ultimate Team mode. If you're looking to improve your Ultimate Team, you can buy reliable FUT FIFA 26 coins and players from utnice.com to maintain your unbeatable performance in Ultimate Team mode.