FC 26: Unlock Elite Icons with the 1 of 3 87+ Encore Icon Player Pick SBC
By Alfie Carrington••2 min read
The latest Squad Building Challenge (SBC) has dropped in FC 26 Ultimate Team, offering players a fantastic opportunity to bolster their squads with a high-rated legend. The new 1 of 3 87+ Encore Icon Player Pick SBC allows you to earn 1 of 3 Base, Thunderstruck, Unbreakables, Champion ICON, or Time Warp Icon Player Items rated 87 or higher. This guide will break down everything you need to know to complete this exciting challenge and maximize your chances of pulling a game-changing Icon.
SBC Overview and Availability
This highly anticipated 1 of 3 87+ Encore Icon Player Pick is a repeatable SBC, allowing you to complete it up to 3 times before its expiry. It consists of 5 individual challenges, each offering various packs as rewards before you claim the ultimate Player Pick. Make sure to complete it before January 31, 2026, to add a legendary player to your squad.
Challenge Details and Requirements
86-Rated Squad
Exchange an 86-Rated Squad.
30,750
33,750
Requirements
- •Min. 1 Players Team of the Week
- •Team Rating: Min. 86
87-Rated Squad
Exchange an 87-Rated Squad.
35,750
36,500
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 87
88-Rated Squad
Exchange an 88-Rated Squad.
83,000
77,000
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 88
89-Rated Squad
Exchange an 89-Rated Squad.
211,000
183,000
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 89
87-Rated Squad
Exchange an 87-Rated Squad.
35,250
38,000
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 87
Reward Analysis and Value
Completing this SBC will set you back approximately 395,750 on consoles and 368,250 on PC, making it a significant investment. However, the potential returns could be massive. Beyond the main 1 of 3 87+ Encore Icon Player Pick, you'll also earn several packs along the way. These include a Gold Pack, two Small Prime Electrum Players Packs, a Jumbo Gold Pack, and a Rare Electrum Players Pack. The total value of these packs and the potential Icon player could easily exceed 0, especially if you manage to pull one of the highly sought-after Thunderstruck or Time Warp Icons. While there's always an element of luck, an 87+ Icon guarantee provides a solid floor for your investment.