Do I need chemistry for the Xavi Espart SBC?

No. This is a score-based SBC, meaning chemistry and squad positions do not matter at all.

When does the Xavi Espart SBC expire?

The challenge expires on October 20, 2026, at 18:00 UTC, so make sure to complete it before then.

Can I repeat this SBC?

No, this challenge is non-repeatable and can only be completed once.

FC 27 Xavi Espart Future Stars SBC: Requirements, Solutions, and Cost

Welcome to the ultimate guide for the newly released score-based Squad Building Challenge in FC 27 Ultimate Team. The Xavi Espart SBC is here, giving players the chance to secure a special Future Stars version of the young Spanish sensation. Unlike traditional challenges, this release utilizes a modern score-based format.

How Score-Based Squad Building Challenges Work

If you are wondering how to complete this challenge, the mechanics are straightforward yet distinct from classic building tasks. There are no squad formations to piece together and zero chemistry requirements to worry about. Instead, you can submit any player items directly from your club storage. Every individual player item is assigned a fixed grading score based on its rating and attributes. The SBC is successfully completed the moment the combined grading score of your submitted cards hits or exceeds the mandatory score threshold. For this specific challenge, some player submissions require a minimum OVR restriction, meaning you must carefully select items that match those parameters while maximizing efficiency.

Cost Analysis and Efficient Solutions

Managing your club inventory effectively is key to minimizing costs. Because every card contributes a fixed score value, the most cost-effective strategy to reach the target is to submit untradeable or low-cost players who offer the best coin-to-grading-score ratio. Currently, the estimated market cost sits around 41,000 on consoles and 38,950 on PC, though you can drastically reduce expenses by utilizing duplicate untradeables already sitting in your club. With the overall rewards value estimated at roughly 2,800, it is well worth evaluating your club stock before heading to the transfer market.

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Xavi Espart

Earn a special Future Stars Xavi Espart.

41,000

38,950

Requirements

•OVR Min: 45

Cheapest combinations

Prices for PS / Xbox

Estimate based on the current lowest market price of each player. Buying many copies pushes prices up, so real costs can be higher.

Option 1

Total cost

32,800

Total score

34,030

Surplus

Players

OVR	Rarity	Score	Qty	Price	Subtotal
84	Common	830	×41	800	32,800

Option 2

Total cost

42,900

Total score

34,030

Surplus

Players

OVR	Rarity	Score	Qty	Price	Subtotal
86	Common	4,100	×8	5,100	40,800
83	Common	410	×3	700	2,100

Option 3

Total cost

45,500

Total score

34,010

Surplus

Players

OVR	Rarity	Score	Qty	Price	Subtotal
85	Common	2,100	×16	2,800	44,800
83	Common	410	×1	700	700

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Xavi Espart Real-Life Background and Recent Form

The player item celebrates the meteoric rise of Xavi Espart, who joined FC Barcelona's La Masia academy in the summer of 2015 from UE Vilassar de Mar. His breakthrough culminated under manager Hansi Flick when he made his first-team debut in March 2026 during the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 first leg against Newcastle United at St. James' Park. During the 2025/26 season, he made six total appearances for the senior squad, helping the club capture both the LALIGA title and the Supercopa de España. Over the summer of 2026, he also added international silverware to his resume by winning the UEFA European Under-19 Championship with the Spain national squad.

Entering the 2026/27 campaign, Espart was promoted to a permanent member of FC Barcelona's first-team squad, featuring primarily as a full-back and midfielder. His stellar development led to a contract extension signed on October 8, 2026, committing his future to the Catalan club until June 30, 2030. His recent performances underline his growing importance: on September 13, 2026, he played 80 minutes and scored a goal in a 4-2 LALIGA victory away against Levante. He subsequently played the full 90 minutes for Spain U21 in a match against Finland U21 on September 25, 2026, and anchored the defense for 90 minutes in a clean sheet 3-0 LALIGA win against Getafe on October 10, 2026.

Xavi Espart SBC FAQ

Do I need chemistry for the Xavi Espart SBC?: No. This is a score-based SBC, meaning chemistry and squad positions do not matter at all.
When does the Xavi Espart SBC expire?: The challenge expires on October 20, 2026, at 18:00 UTC, so make sure to complete it before then.
Can I repeat this SBC?: No, this challenge is non-repeatable and can only be completed once.

How Score-Based Squad Building Challenges Work