FC 26 Océane Picard SBC: Showdown Upgrade Potential & Solutions
By Alfie Carrington••2 min read
A new Showdown Squad Building Challenge has landed in FC 26 Ultimate Team, featuring Paris FC's Océane Picard! This exciting SBC ties into the upcoming UWCL matchup between Real Madrid and Paris FC, offering a dynamic player item that could receive an upgrade based on the match's outcome. Available until February 18, 2026, this is your chance to add a potentially boosted Océane Picard to your squad.
Showdown Mechanics: Real Madrid vs. Paris FC
Showdown cards like Océane Picard are some of the most thrilling items in Ultimate Team, as their ratings can change based on real-world football results. With Paris FC facing Real Madrid in the UWCL, Picard's card is on the line: a win for Paris FC will grant her a +2 OVR upgrade, while a draw will see a +1 OVR boost. A loss means her card remains at its current rating. This adds a layer of anticipation to an already impressive base card.
How to Complete the Océane Picard SBC
Arkema Première Ligue
Exchange a squad featuring players from Arkema Première Ligue.
11,500
10,250
Requirements
- •Min. 1 Player Arkema PL
- •Team Rating: Min. 84
France
Exchange a squad featuring players from France.
22,000
21,750
Requirements
- •Min. 1 Player France
- •Team Rating: Min. 85
The Océane Picard SBC is a non-repeatable challenge consisting of two squads, making it a straightforward acquisition for many players. The estimated cost to complete this SBC is around 33,500 on console and 32,000 on PC, though prices can fluctuate. In return, beyond the Showdown Picard item, you'll receive a x2 Players Pack and a Gold Pack, bringing the total reward value to approximately 2,100. You can find the full details for this Squad Building Challenge on our dedicated Océane Picard SBC page.
Océane Picard's Value in Your Squad
Océane Picard's base attributes already make her a formidable presence in central midfield, offering a blend of defensive prowess and distribution. Depending on the UWCL result, her card could become an elite-tier option, especially with a +2 upgrade. Her links to other French players and those from Division 1 Arkema (French Women's League) make her easy to integrate into various squad compositions. Consider her potential for a significant boost when deciding if this SBC is right for your Ultimate Team.
