Grinding Glory in FC 25: SBC Loop Explained
Welcome back to another deep dive into EA FC 25, where the menus are often more rewarding than the matches. If you're the kind of player who loves efficiency, stacking fodder, completing SBCs, and occasionally replacing Zinedine Zidane with a Brazilian shape-shifter just because you can-this article is for you.
We're exploring a grind method so efficient it feels borderline infinite. A loop that lets you stockpile players, dominate Squad Building Challenges (SBCs), and still catch some sunlight. Let's break down how to master the FC 25 endgame grind without burning out.
Starting the Session-Warm-Up with a Single Win
Before diving into the grind, kicks things off with a quick Rivals game-just one. Why? To lock in that final win needed for weekly objectives and rewards. With his Luka Modrić threading trivelas and Thierry Henry mopping up rebounds, it's a solid 4-3 victory.
And that's it-no endless Rivals sessions. Just enough to get what he needs and bounce back to the menus. Why stress in Division 4 when the rewards don't justify the sweat?
Where the Grind Begins-Daily Packs and SBCs
If you're starting fresh or coming back after a break, the daily packs and upgrade SBCs are your bread and butter. Here's the recommended route:
1.Daily Bronze Pack
2.Daily Silver Pack
3.Super Silver Pack
4.Daily Gold Pack
These are not flashy. But they're essential. Convert these into gold players using basic SBCs, and suddenly you've got a flood of low-rated fodder in your club.
Turning Trash to Treasure-Crafting the Golds
Once your club is stocked with non-rares and untradeable 75–82 rated golds, the real fun starts. You've got two main options:
1.Use them in 83+ Player Picks
Build 1 of 3 83+ player picks to clean out your SBC storage and boost your chances of pulling high-rated fodder.
2.Use them in Team of the Week Packs
These are gold mines-literally. Feed your 82s, 83s, and even 84s into TOTW upgrade packs. Not only do you increase your inform collection, but you also build toward daily SBC exchanges.
You'll notice that after just an hour or two of crafting, your club will start to overflow with fodder and team of the week players-the currency of the FC 25 grind.
How to Use Team of the Week Players Efficiently
84–85 Rated → Keep them. They're valuable for daily 85+ SBCs, where TOTS or TOTW players are often required.
86–89 Rated → Use them. They're great for hitting exact ratings in exchange SBCs.
One caveat: the exchanges require exact ratings. You can't use a 90-rated player in an 89-rated exchange. That's why having the right numbers is more valuable than stacking a few overpowered cards.
The Exchange Loop-Rinse and Repeat
The SBC exchanges in FC 25 create a feedback loop that keeps the grind going almost infinitely. Here's how:
1.Use your daily bronze/silver/gold packs to generate fodder.
2.Turn low-rated fodder into player picks.
3.Use player picks to generate 86–89 rated players.
4.Feed those into exact-rated SBC exchanges (85, 86, 87, 88, 89).
5.The rewards from those packs (like 83×20s or shapeshifters) restock your club.
6.Repeat.
7.It's a never-ending cycle. In fact, the grind will likely bore you before it bankrupts you.
The Fodder Management Game
It's not just about opening packs-it's about managing what you get. You'll often face a tough decision:
Do I use my four 89-rated cards in a high-end player SBC like Robin van Persie?
Or do I recycle them into 89 exchanges for more packs?
Time-Efficient and Less Stressful Than Rivals
Let's be real: the menu grind is more rewarding than playing endless Rivals matches with bad servers and sweaty opponents.
Why play 5–10 frustrating matches for a couple of mid-tier packs when you can:
Grind for an hour in the menus
Open 40–50 picks
Earn multiple TOTWs, Shapeshifters, and high-rated fodder
Unlock premium SBCs like Wilfried Zaha (even if he doesn't fit your team)
The loop is calmer, cleaner, and probably better for your blood pressure.Downsides and EA's Future Adjustments
There are some limitations, of course:
Exact rating requirements make things rigid.
If you have 3× 89s and 3× 90s, you're stuck waiting to pack that one more 89.
It's unclear how long EA will keep these exchanges live, or if they'll tweak them.
Player Picks: Worth It or Not?
Player picks can be a slog to craft, but they're the foundation of the loop. In 40–50 picks, you'll likely see:
A handful of 88s
Some 87s and 86s
Maybe an elusive 89
The value peaks at the 87 and 88 exchange level.
For example, 4× 88-rated cards get you an 83×20 pack-an insane return when you consider most of the 88s were built from scratch via SBCs.
The Fun Side of the Grind
You slowly build up your club. You complete SBCs just because you can. You unlock players for the vibes.
With the menu grind offering better returns and less stress, Weekend League might feel more like a burden than a reward.
But when you do get into a game? Cards like Diani, Harder, and Lauren James remind you just how stacked your squad has become-thanks to hours spent crafting rather than sweating.
Final Thoughts-The Road to Glory Doesn't End Here
This method isn't just a one-day strategy. It's a season-long grind that evolves as EA adds more exchanges, promo cards, and daily upgrades.
Whether you're new to FC 25 or a returning player looking to maximize every minute, patience and persistence beat panic and packs every time.
So open your dailies, craft your picks, save your in-forms, and keep the loop spinning, you will get more FC 25 Coins and rewards. The grind may be endless-but so are the rewards.
MMOexp FC 25 Team