FC 26: Why Level 40 Is Now Achievable for Everyone
With the latest XP injection in EA FC 26, progression has taken a major step forward. Players logging into Ultimate Team, Manager Career, and Player Career are being greeted with a massive influx of new XP sources, making what once felt like a grind now feel genuinely achievable. Between FUT objectives, career-mode challenges, and refreshed daily goals, Level 40 is no longer reserved for hardcore grinders-it's a realistic target for consistent players.
Let's break down exactly what's been added, why it matters, and how to optimize your path to Level 40.
The Big XP Breakdown: What's New?
EA has rolled out multiple XP streams simultaneously, creating one of the most generous progression windows we've seen in the FC era.
FUT Objectives - 7,400 XP
The headline addition is the 7,400 XP available through FUT objectives. This is a massive amount when you consider how tightly XP was gated earlier in the cycle.
These objectives typically include:
Playing matches in specific modes (Rivals, Squad Battles, Champs)
Scoring or assisting with certain player types
Completing themed objectives tied to promos or special cards
What's important here is efficiency. Many of these objectives stack naturally with gameplay you're already doing, meaning you're earning XP without changing your routine dramatically.
For Ultimate Team players, this alone covers a large chunk of the remaining XP needed for higher levels.
Manager Career Objectives - 1,400 XP
Career Mode players finally have a real seat at the progression table.
The 1,400 XP from Manager Career objectives rewards:
Completing seasonal objectives
Achieving board expectations
Developing youth players
Winning domestic or continental matches
This is significant because it legitimizes Career Mode as a viable XP pathway. You no longer have to step into FUT if you prefer offline or simulation-focused gameplay.
Player Career Objectives - 1,000 XP
Player Career also received a meaningful XP boost, with 1,000 XP available through objectives such as:
Match ratings
Skill point milestones
Contract and transfer achievements
Performance-based challenges
For players who enjoy role-playing a single footballer, this addition ensures your time investment is rewarded across the global progression system.
Daily Objectives: The Silent MVP
Daily objectives remain one of the most underrated XP sources in FC 26.
While each individual daily objective may seem small, consistency is key. Completing them every day:
Adds up quickly over a week
Requires minimal effort
Often overlaps with other modes
When combined with the newly added objective XP, daily tasks help smooth out progression and prevent late-season burnout.
Why Level 40 Is Now Realistically Achievable
Previously, Level 40 felt like a finish line only reachable by:
Heavy FUT grinding
Near-daily play
Perfect objective efficiency
That has changed.
XP Density Has Increased
The biggest shift is XP density-more XP is available per activity than before. You're no longer forced to complete every single objective to stay on pace.
Multiple Playstyles Are Supported
Whether you play:
FUT competitively
Career Mode casually
Player Career narratively
You're now contributing meaningfully to the same seasonal ladder.
Reduced Pressure, Better Engagement
By making Level 40 achievable, EA reduces frustration and increases engagement. Players are more likely to:
Log in regularly
Experiment with different modes
Stay active through the season instead of quitting early
Optimizing Your XP Path to Level 40
To maximize efficiency, focus on stacking objectives.
For FUT Players
Combine Rivals/Champs games with XP objectives
Use required players while completing Squad Battles
Prioritize high-XP objectives first
If an objective gives 1,000+ XP, it's almost always worth targeting early.
For Career Mode Players
Focus on objectives that overlap with normal progression
Avoid resetting careers just for XP-consistency pays off more
Sim matches strategically when objectives don't require manual play
Career Mode XP is best earned naturally rather than forced.
Daily Routine Strategy
A simple daily loop might look like:
Complete daily objectives
Play 2-3 FUT matches or simulate career fixtures
Check objective progress before logging off
This approach minimizes fatigue while maximizing XP gain.
Rewards Make the Grind Worth It
Higher levels in FC 26 come with meaningful rewards, including:
High-value packs (like 86+ Rare Gold Player Packs)
Cosmetic items
FC 26 Coins and club boosts
Occasionally, special player picks
Reaching Level 40 isn't just about bragging rights-it directly impacts your club's strength and flexibility.
Community Impact and Long-Term Health
This XP expansion is also healthy for the broader FC 26 ecosystem.
More players staying active = healthier matchmaking
More achievable goals = less toxicity and frustration
More modes being played = better data for future updates
It's a rare example of progression design benefiting both casual and competitive audiences.
Final Thoughts
The latest XP additions in EA FC 26 mark a turning point in seasonal progression. With 7,400 XP from FUT objectives, 2,400 XP from Career Modes, and ongoing daily objectives, Level 40 is no longer a pipe dream-it's a realistic goal for anyone who plays consistently.
Whether you're chasing packs, leveling for completion's sake, or simply enjoying the game across different modes, this update respects your time more than ever before.
If you've been on the fence about pushing progression this season, now is the moment.
Level 40 is achievable-and FC 26 finally feels rewarding at every step of the journey.
MMOexp FC 26 Team