Following the commencement of the Grassroot Greats promo, EA has introduced a variety of content in EA Sports FC 25’s Ultimate Team, one of them being the Strategic Shift Evolution. This particular Evolution is aimed at defenders, who must have CB as one of their positions.
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Once you complete the Evolution, the players will get the CDM position. However, as always, there are certain requirements to keep in mind. For the Strategic Shift Evolution, the players you use can have a maximum overall rating of 88, a passing of 92, and a physical of 89. Moreover, they must not have more than 2 Alternative Positions, 10 PlayStyles, and 2 PlayStyles+.
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Jorrel Hato
- Card variant: Versus – Ice
- Overall rating: 88
- Position: CB
- Rating after Evolution: 90
Jorrel Hato is one of the best young defenders, and the Dutch centre back has stepped up for Ajax on numerous occasions. Even though the team hasn’t been performing extremely well, he has consistently been among their top performers, ensuring that their backline is rock solid.
The player possesses an 88-rated card in EA Sports FC 25’s Ultimate Team, and you can take him to the mark of 90 with the ongoing Strategic Shift Evolution. After all the challenges are complete, he will end up with 90 pace, 89 passing, 88 defending, 85 dribbling, 83 physical, and 80 shooting. Apart from the CDM position, you could use Jorrel Hato as a left back.
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Giorgio Scalvini
- Card variant: Future Stars
- Overall rating: 88
- Position: CB
- Rating after Evolution: 90
Giorgio Scalvini has proved his potential, and the Italian defender has been in phenomenal form for Atlanta in Serie A. A defender of his abilities could be a remarkable addition to your Ultimate Team in EA Sports FC 25, and he will help you keep clean sheets against tough opponents.
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It would be a wise decision to employ him in the new Evolution, and you will eventually get your hands on a 90-rated player. His final stats will be 90 defending, 87 physical, 83 passing, 84 pace, 75 dribbling, and 70 shooting. He will become an ideal player to employ in the defensive midfielder position.
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Abdukodir Khusanov
- Card variant: Future Stars
- Overall rating: 88
- Position: CB
- Rating after Evolution: 90
Abdukodir Khusanov was one of the biggest transfers of the January 2025 Transfer Window, and he has become the talk of the town. The Uzbek defender essentially made a massive move to Manchester City, which are among the finest teams in world football. Given his young age, he has done decent in the opportunities he has been provided.
The player’s Future Stars card has a rating of 88, and you can employ him in the Strategic Shift Evolution to make him 90. Upon completion, his stats will receive a massive boost, with the major highlights being 89 physical, 88 defending, 88 passing, 87 pace, and 80 shooting.
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Niklas Süle
- Card variant: Winter Wildcard
- Overall rating: 88
- Position: CDM (CB Secondary)
- Rating after Evolution: 90
Niklas Süle used to be considered as the next big thing, but injuries halted his progress. Regardless, he has turned out to be a great defender and has had his fair share of success during his time at Bayern Munich. Currently, he plays for Borussia Dortmund and is one of their key players.
Using him in the Strategic Shift Evolution could get you a monstrous CDM in EA Sports FC 25’s Ultimate Team. His physical stature will allow you to dominate your opponents with ease. Once you have completed the challenges, he will feature stats like 89 passing, 87 physical, 84 defending, 84 pace, 82 dribbling, and 81 shooting.
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Frank Rijkaard
- Card variant: Icon
- Overall rating: 87
- Position: CDM (CB Secondary)
- Rating after Evolution: 90
Frank Rijkaard is among the greatest Dutch players of all time, and he stands as one of the best midfielders of all time. He had a successful career, winning numerous trophies at Ajax and AC Milan. He was also crucial for the Dutch national team, helping them win the Euros in 1988.
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He has an Icon card in the game, and he is already a solid defensive midfielder in EA Sports FC 25. Thanks to the new evolution, you can take him to the next level and give him a 90 rating. He would subsequently possess 87 defending, 87 passing, 86 physical, 84 pace, 81 shooting, and 80 dribbling.
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Josko Gvardiol
- Card variant: Inform (Team of the Week)
- Overall rating: 86
- Position: LB (CB Secondary)
- Rating after Evolution: 90
Josko Gvardiol set the world on fire with his performances at the 2022 World Cup, and the same resulted in Manchester City signing him. He became the second most expensive defender in the world, and he has certainly proved his worth. His displays for Manchester City have been amazing, and he is anticipated to get even better in the coming years.
Although his primary position in the game is left back, he can also play as a centre back, making him eligible for the Strategic Shift Evolution in EA Sports FC 25’s Ultimate Team. After completion, he will then end up with 89 passing, 87 physical, 86 defending, 84 dribbling, 84 pace, and 81 shooting.
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Aurelien Tchouameni
- Card variant: Total Rush
- Overall rating: 88
- Position: CDM
- Rating after Evolution: 90
Aurelien Tchouameni is a fantastic French prospect, and he has been a vital part of the Real Madrid squad over the past few seasons. During his time at the club, he has won multiple La Liga titles and UEFA Champions Leagues, playing a crucial role in the overall success.
Using Aurelien Tchouameni in the game’s latest Evolution would probably be the best option, and he can completely transform your team’s midfield. Once all the challenges are done, his stats will become even better, with the main attractions being 88 defending, 88 passing, 85 physical, 84 dribbling, and 84 pace.
- Franchise
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EA Sports FC
- Released
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September 27, 2024
- Developer(s)
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EA Canada, EA Romania
- Publisher(s)
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EA Sports
- Multiplayer
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Online Multiplayer, Local Multiplayer, Online Co-Op, Local Co-Op
- Engine
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Frostbite
- ESRB
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Everyone // Alcohol And Tobacco Reference, Users Interact, In-Game Purchases (Includes Random Items)
- OpenCritic Rating
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Strong