FC 26 The Philosopher Objective: Unlock World Tour Silver Superstars Lilian Thuram
By Alfie Carrington••2 min read
A new exciting Objective has landed in FC 26 Ultimate Team, offering players the chance to earn a coveted special item! "The Philosopher" Objective challenges you to complete one of two engaging tasks to secure the highly-rated World Tour Silver Superstars Lilian Thuram. This is a fantastic opportunity to add a legendary defender to your squad without dipping into your transfer budget.
How to Complete The Philosopher Objective
To earn World Tour Silver Superstars Lilian Thuram, you only need to complete one of the two available sub-objectives. This flexibility allows you to choose the challenge that best suits your playstyle and current squad. The individual objectives are designed to be straightforward, making this a rewarding grind for all players.
Going the Distance
Score at least 1 goal from outside the box in 30 separate matches in Squad Battles on Min. Professional difficulty (or Rivals/Champions/Live Events).
Best Defense is Offense
Score in 35 separate matches using a French RB (Only Preferred Position) player in Squad Battles on Min. Professional difficulty (or Rush/Rivals/Champions/Live Events).
The two sub-objectives are "Going the Distance" and "Best Defense is Offense". Full details on their specific requirements will be displayed in-game, so make sure to check them before you start playing.
The Rewards: Lilian Thuram and Valuable Packs
The main draw of this objective is undoubtedly the World Tour Silver Superstars Lilian Thuram card. Thuram is a legendary defender known for his exceptional physicality, tactical awareness, and versatility, capable of playing both as a centre-back and a right-back. His special item will likely boast boosted stats, making him a formidable presence in any Ultimate Team squad, especially if you're looking for a solid defensive anchor. Beyond Thuram, completing the objective also grants you two 3x 75+ Rare Gold Players Packs. These packs offer a chance to pull high-rated fodder for SBCs or even a valuable player to improve other areas of your team, adding significant value to the overall reward.