Now that the large influx of promo cards has made walkouts a common occurrence in EA FC 26, it is easy to forget about the game’s unsung heroes, who are still more than capable of putting up a front against the meta while boasting a below-84 OVR and, in many cases, the status of a high price tag.
To show you there’s more to a player than their on-paper stats, here are a few sub-84 cards in EA FC 26 that significantly outperform their rating, as well as their current prices, PlayStyles, and roles.
5. Gold Rare Lucas Chevalier (83 OVR / GK)
- Current Price: 750-1K
- Face Stats: 84 DIV, 79 HAN, 73 KIC, 86 REF, 50 SPD, and 80 POS
- PlayStyles: Footwork and Rush Out
- Roles: Goalkeeper+
The quintessential starting keeper, Chevalier has way more than his PSG links in his arsenal, with his high Reflexes, Positioning, and Diving making him a great pick for even upper-rank Ligue 1 squads. His Rush Out PlayStyle also allows him to excel as both a sweeper keeper and standard GK.
4. Gold Rare Micky van de Ven (82 OVR / CB)
- Current Price: 40K
- Face Stats: 90 PAC, 49 SHO, 64 PAS, 72 DRI, 82 DEF, and 80 PHY
- PlayStyles: Block and Slide Tackle
- Roles: Defender+ (CB) and Ball-Playing Defender+ (CB)
Even if his lack of PlayStyles might hurt the card in the long run, van de Ven continues to be one of the game’s premier picks when looking for under 50K CBs. The reason? His 90 PAC and Defender+ role, which allows him to catch even the fastest strikers and perform well as a last line of defense. His 82 OVR also makes him a great investment for both current and future defensive-focused evolutions.
3. Gold Rare Iñaki Williams (83 OVR / ST)
- Current Price: 750-1K
- Face Stats: 94 PAC, 81 SHO, 74 PAC, 80 DRI, 45 DEF, and 84 PHY
- PlayStyles: Finesse Shot, Low Driven Shot, Power Shot, Rapid, and Quick Step
- Roles: Winger+ (RM), Inside Forward + (RM), and False 9+ (ST)
A player whose presence I instantly connect to those always fun to defend run-down and cutback tactics, Iñaki Williams is a budget version of his brother and can leave any defender in the dust if given the space. Although not clear given his stats, his ease of use and solid shooting are also highlights, with the latter showcasing how a good selection of PlayStyles can eclipse even a lacking WF.
2. Gold Rare Loïs Openda (83 OVR / ST)
- Current Price: 3K
- Face Stats: 95 PAC, 81 SHO, 69 PAS, 81 DRI, 31 DEF, and 80 PHY
- PlayStyles: Finesse Shot, Acrobatic, Low Driven Shot, Rapid, and Quick Step
- Roles: Poacher++ (ST)
Featuring a PAC on par with Williams, as well as identical PlayStyles and a 4-star WF upgrade, Openda is a clinical finisher, capable of scoring from even the smallest windows while close to or within the box. Just make sure to play to his strengths, as his low DRI and lack of control-focused PlayStyles can make him subpar when carrying the ball through tight spaces.
1. Gold Rare Eduardo Camavinga (83 OVR / CM)
- Current Price: 1.4K
- Face Stats: 80 PAC, 68 SHO, 81 PAS, 84 DRI, 78 DEF, and 80 PHY
- PlayStyles: Jockey, Block, Technical, and Bruiser
- Roles: Deep-Lying Playmaker+ (CDM), Box-To-Box+ (CM), Holding+ (CM), Playmaker+ (CM), and Inverted Wingback+ (RB)
A sure investment and by far the best under 84 OVR pick in FC 26, Camavinga is a mystery capable of outpacing most wingers in short bursts and scoring just as consistently as a high-end striker when in the right scenarios. As you can see above, his myriad of + roles also allow him to clinch spots in pretty much all formations, while his set of defensive PlayStyles and high physical presence allow him to excel as an aggressive midfielder capable of both killing passing lines and hunting players off the ball.
Now that you know who among the game’s low-rated picks can put up a fight against the always-evolving meta, we also highly recommend taking a look at The Best And Worst Base Icons In EA FC 26 Ultimate Team, Ranked.
