EA FC 25 Ultimate Team: Eden Hazard Shapeshifter Review
Eden Hazard is back-and in EA FC 25 Ultimate Team, he's making defenders sweat and goalkeepers cry. After putting in a full 15-game shift in the Elite Division, it's safe to say that this Shapeshifter Hazard is one of the most exciting, unpredictable, and ridiculously fun cards in the game. At a price point hovering around 1.4 million coins, he's not for the faint of heart-but if you've got the budget, this card will reward you with highlight after highlight.
Let's break down what makes Hazard an absolute menace in the current meta, how he performed in real-time Elite gameplay, and whether he lives up to the hype.
Overview: Five-Star, Five-Star Magic
At first glance, Eden Hazard's stats are already enticing, but once you see how those numbers translate on the pitch, it's clear this is a top-tier attacker. His 5star Skill Moves and 5star Weak Foot combination gives you the creative freedom to score from any angle, with either foot, while destroying opponents with flair. This is the kind of versatility that only elite-level cards can offer-and Hazard wears it like a glove.
Chem Style? We ran with Marksman, which pushes his already stacked shooting and dribbling into near-max territory. It also keeps his Controlled accelerate style-perfect for sharp, agile turns without sacrificing that burst of pace.
Pace: Lively and Lethal
Hazard feels lively on the pitch-lightning fast, snappy on the turns, and devastating in transition. While he's not a "lengthy" type by default, his Controlled acceleration doesn't hold him back. Once he gets going, he's gone-and defenders can't keep up.
Whether it was darting between center-backs or exploding off a one-two with Luis Suarez in a 4-2-2-2 formation, Hazard's pace allowed him to slip behind lines repeatedly, creating one-on-one chances with ease.
Shooting: Clinical, Creative, and Clutch
With Marksman, Hazard's shooting stats are virtually maxed out-and in-game, the results speak for themselves:
Low drivens? Laser-precise.
Finesse shots? Top corner time and time again.
Power strikes? Net-breakers.
He bagged a hat-trick on debut, and it didn't slow down from there. What really stood out, though, was his consistency. There wasn't a single game where he went missing. Even if he wasn't scoring, he was assisting, creating, pressing-always involved.
Dribbling: Needs to Be Studied
Dribbling is arguably the standout feature on this card. His left-stick control is outrageous-and when combined with the Technical and Trickster playstyles, Hazard becomes a magician. The ball sticks to his feet like glue, and you'll see it in every clip: Hazard turning tight, dancing between defenders, and manipulating space in ways most cards simply can't.
Despite only 95 on the card, his in-game feel is far smoother-likely a result of his unique body type. He's got a compact, slightly stocky frame that gives him better balance and physical retention than expected, making it difficult for defenders to dispossess him.
Position Versatility: CAM, ST, or Even CM
Hazard's position flexibility makes him even more valuable in squad-building. While we primarily used him as a striker in a two-forward system, he's fully capable of operating as a:
CAM-thanks to his passing and off-ball movement.
Shadow striker-aggressive, fast, always in goal-scoring positions.
Box-to-box CM-unconventional, but surprisingly effective with his pressing and quick feet.
If you're building around high-tempo attacking football, this card fits anywhere up front. He even pulled off some decent interceptions and recoveries when pressing high, making him feel involved across the pitch.
Gameplay Chemistry: Hazard + Suarez = Chaos
In our Elite Rivals stint, Hazard was paired with Luis Suarez-and the result was pure chaos. The duo complemented each other beautifully:
Suarez offered physicality, power, and hold-up play.
Hazard brought the finesse, the movement, and the finishing.
It's the perfect "power + precision" combo. You could just as easily pair Hazard with Thierry Henry, Ginola, or any other powerful forward to see similarly explosive results.
Playstyles: The Game-Changer
Here's a look at Hazard's key playstyles and how they showed up in matches:
Press Proven (Plus)-Tireless in the high press; won back the ball multiple times.
Low Driven (Plus)-Clean animations, super reliable finishes.
Finesse Shot (Plus)-Arguably the best trait on this card. He bends it like prime Hazard.
Technical (Plus)-Boosts that silky left-stick movement.
Trickster-Adds flair and clean execution to his skill moves.
First Touch-Makes him explosive right after receiving the ball.
Combined, these playstyles give Hazard a complete attacker's toolkit. He can dribble, finish, create, and defend from the front. You feel the impact of every single plus in your gameplay.
Price Tag: Is He Worth 1.4M?
Let's talk cost. At 1.4 million FC 25 coins, Hazard isn't cheap-especially with market inflation tapering off and other elite cards available at lower price points.
However, Hazard justifies the cost with:
Elite dribbling and shooting.
5star/5star combo.
Positional versatility.
Unique feel on the ball.
Strong links (especially Belgian and La Liga hybrids).
Game-breaking playstyles.
If you're sitting on coins and looking for a fun, meta, and consistent forward, Hazard should absolutely be on your radar. If you're lucky enough to pack him untradeable, congrats-you've struck gold.
Final Verdict: Built Different
Eden Hazard's Shapeshifter card in EA FC 25 is a reminder of his prime-that magical Chelsea-era form where he could dribble through an entire backline, score from anywhere, and make the beautiful game look effortless.
If you're bored of generic attackers and want someone who can truly carry your offense and make you enjoy every touch, Hazard is your man.
MMOexp FC 25 Team