Summary
Based on an extensive FC 27 Hero Player Pick opening session, here's a full instructional guide covering what to expect, how to evaluate your options, and which players are worth selecting—whether you're grinding to Level 10 for a free pick or looking to buy Fut 27 Coins to strengthen your squad alongside your hero pull.
What Is a Hero Player Pick?
A Hero Player Pick is a reward you earn by reaching Level 10 in FC 27. Instead of getting a random hero from a pack, you're presented with three hero cards and must choose one. This gives you some control over your pull—but only if you know who's worth taking.
Key point: Getting to Level 10 "takes a while," so take your time with the pick. There's no rush once you're there.
Step 1: Understand the Player Pool
The Hero Player Pick draws from the same hero pool as Hero Packs, but with some important differences:
You can pull players rated 85-90+, including Stam, Matuidi, Ramirez, and Jairzinho (Janola).
Some heroes are extremely rare in the pick—Jairzinho was seen only once in dozens of openings.
Bierhoff appears far too often and is considered the worst possible outcome.
Tim Cahill, Veron, and Mandzukic are also common disappointments.
Step 2: Know the Rarity Tiers
Based on the session, here's how often players appeared:
Extremely Rare (S-Tier)
Player | Notes |
Jairzinho (Janola) | Seen only once. "Probably the rarest card to get in a hero player pick." |
Stam | Seen a few times. "That man." Elite center back. |
Matuidi | Seen occasionally. 2.4M coins. Best possible pull. |
Bip Pelle | Seen only twice. Can play CAM or down the line. "Such a good card." |
Hamshik | Rare. "So good every time" in draft. Power Shot base. |
Good Pulls (A-Tier)
Player | Notes |
Ramirez | Highly desired. Second-best pull. |
Zola | "Really smooth on the ball. I did not like playing against him." |
Cordoba | "Really good." Straight into your starting XI. |
Ricardo Cavalio | "Really, really solid card." |
Lizarazu (Liz) | Solid. Bundesliga links. Controversial play style plus but usable. |
Jill Scott | Underrated. 85 rated. Good links. |
Robbie Keane | Chip Shot+. "OP against me." |
Morientes | "Has been really good." Better than Donovan. |
Kewell (Cool) | "Solid. Usable." |
VA | "Very solid this year. Way better on the board than what you think." |
Gattuso (Guy Gouty) | "The best once again." |
Z Roberto | "Very good." |
Usable but Not Great (B-Tier)
Player | Notes |
Dudek | 90 reflexes, 1v1 close down. Premier League links. Better than McManaman. |
Park Ji-sung | "Just okay." Not a horrible pull but not a W. |
Ljungberg | "Not like a horrible pull, but it's not a W." |
Marisio | "Loved him when I used him." |
Leanon | Usable, but worse than Kewell. |
Beasley | Decent. |
Ollie | Low Driven+. |
Donovan | Not a big fan. |
Alex Scott | Doesn't pop up often. Anticipate, Relentless, Jockey+. |
Capdevila (Captain Via) | "A little bit too slow but it's not bad either." |
Avoid (F-Tier)
Player | Notes |
Bierhoff | "The worst one we've seen." 78 pace, 81 dribbling. "Stats are so bad." |
Veron | "Let's not even talk about Veron." |
Tim Cahill | "Flight is getting worse." |
Mandzukic (Manzuk) | "I don't think a single person has used that card." 78 pace, 81 dribbling. |
Jamie Carragher | "Not a dub." |
Berbatov (Berbat) | "I'm not liking what I'm seeing." |
Dempsey | Quick sold in previous sessions. |
Williams | "Worse than Zola." |
Step 3: How to Evaluate Your Three Choices
When the pick opens, you'll see three cards. Here's the decision framework:
Rule 1: Check for S-Tier First
If you see Jairzinho, Stam, Matuidi, Bip Pelle, or Hamshik—take them immediately. No questions asked.
Rule 2: Compare Ratings and Positions
Higher rating isn't always better. Sasich was considered over Morientes because of rating, but that's not always the right call.
Position matters. A CAM who can also play down the line (like Bip Pelle) is more valuable than a pure striker.
Check play style plus. Power Shot+ is OP this year. Low Driven+ is meta. Finesse Shot is not as good this year.
Rule 3: Consider Your Team Needs
If you're running an RTG (Road to Glory), you need starters—not bench players.
If you're on a main account, you can afford to take the highest-rated card for the gallery.
Links matter. Premier League links are valuable. French links (Matuidi, Bon Pastor) are valuable. Bundesliga links (Liz) are "pretty cold."
Rule 4: Avoid the Traps
Don't take Bierhoff. Ever.
Don't take Veron. "Let's not even get into that."
Don't take Mandzukic. 78 pace is unusable.
Don't take Jamie Carragher just because he's English
Step 4: Play Style Plus Breakdown
Play Style | Rating | Notes |
Power Shot+ | S-Tier | OP this year. Al Jabar, Hamshik. |
Low Driven+ | S-Tier | Meta this year. Ollie. |
Jockey+ | A-Tier | Alex Scott. Good for defenders. |
Relentless+ | A-Tier | Dirt Count. |
Slide Tackle+ | A-Tier | Larsson. "Surprisingly very good." |
Chip Shot+ | B-Tier | Robbie Keane. OP against the streamer. |
Finesse Shot+ | C-Tier | "Not really that great this year." |
First Touch+ | B-Tier | Hernandez. |
Inventive+ | C-Tier | Thomas Rosicki. |
Anticipate+ | B-Tier | Alex Scott. |
Pinged | B-Tier | Jill Scott. |
Key insight: Power Shot+ on a fullback (like Rea) is wasted. "Power shot plus on a fullback is not going to get used."
Step 5: Step-by-Step Opening Process
Reach Level 10. This takes time. Don't rush it.
Open the Hero Player Pick. You'll see three cards.
Scan for S-Tier. Jairzinho, Stam, Matuidi, Bip Pelle, Hamshik.
If no S-Tier, evaluate the best A-Tier. Zola, Cordoba, Ricardo Cavalio, Liz, Jill Scott.
Check positions and links. Does the player fit your team?
Check play style plus. Is it meta?
Make your choice. Lock it in.
If you get a bad pick, move on. There's always another level 10.
Step 6: Common Mistakes to Avoid
Mistake | Why It's Bad |
Taking Bierhoff because he's a striker | 78 pace, 81 dribbling. Unusable. |
Taking Veron because he's a hero | "Let's not even talk about Veron." |
Taking Mandzukic because of rating | "I don't think a single person has used that card." |
Taking Sasich over Morientes for rating | Rating isn't everything. |
Taking Rea for Power Shot+ | Wasted on a fullback. |
Taking Jamie Carragher because he's English | "Not a dub." |
Rushing the pick | "You can take your time with the hero pick if you want to." |
Step 7: What the Community Is Getting
Based on the session, here's what other players pulled:
Stam — seen multiple times
Matuidi — seen occasionally
Ramirez — seen occasionally
Robbie Keane — "plenty of times"
Jairzinho — seen once
Bierhoff — far too often
Jill Scott — back-to-back in one session
Zola — considered the best pick in one session
Trend: "We've opened so many hero player picks, we start to notice a trend."
Step 8: Best Possible Outcomes
If you're aiming for the top, here's what to hope for:
Jairzinho — Rarest card in the pick. Game-changing.
Stam — Elite center back. "That man."
Matuidi — 2.4M coins. Pro players use him.
Bip Pelle — Rare. Can play CAM or down the line.
Hamshik — "So good every time."
Ramirez — Second-best pull.
Zola — Smooth on the ball.
Cordoba — "Really good."
Ricardo Cavalio — "Really, really solid."
Jill Scott — Underrated. Good links.
Quick Reference: Do's and Don'ts
Do | Don't |
Take Jairzinho if you see him | Take Bierhoff |
Take Stam if you see him | Take Veron |
Take Matuidi if you see him | Take Mandzukic |
Take Bip Pelle if you see him | Take Jamie Carragher |
Take Hamshik if you see him | Take Rea for Power Shot+ |
Check play style plus | Rush the pick |
Consider your team needs | Take Sasich over Morientes for rating |
Take your time | Get angry at a bad pick |
Move on if you get a bad pick | Let it ruin your day |
Final Thought
The FC 27 Hero Player Pick is a game of chance with a layer of strategy. You can't control what you're offered, but you can control what you choose. Know the tiers, understand the play styles, and always take the S-Tier if it appears. And if you get Bierhoff—just move on. There's always another Level 10. If you'd rather skip the grind and build your squad faster, you can find Fut 27 Coins for sale, and for a reliable option, MMOEXP is worth checking out for secure delivery and competitive prices.
