FUT Birthday Hero Zé Roberto SBC: Requirements and Player Review
By Alfie Carrington••2 min read
The FUT Birthday celebration continues to deliver top-tier content in FC 26, and the latest addition is nothing short of legendary. EA Sports has released the Zé Roberto Squad Building Challenge (SBC), offering fans a chance to secure a boosted FUT Birthday Hero version of the Brazilian icon. Known for his incredible longevity and technical brilliance, Zé Roberto fits perfectly into the current meta with a card that bridges the gap between defense and attack.
The Legendary Career of Zé Roberto
Zé Roberto is a rare example of a player who defied time. Over a professional career that spanned over two decades, he made nearly 1,000 club appearances and earned 84 caps for the Brazilian national team. His journey saw him win the UEFA Champions League with Real Madrid in 1998 and dominate the Bundesliga with Bayern Munich, where he secured four league titles and four DFB-Pokal trophies.
- Two-time Copa América winner (1997, 1999) with Brazil.
- Named in the 2006 FIFA World Cup All-Star Team.
- Played professionally until the age of 43, ending his career at Palmeiras.
- Versatility to play as a left-back, left-winger, or central midfielder.
SBC Requirements and Challenges
Completing this SBC is a significant undertaking, requiring a total of 14 separate squads. Given the stature of the Zé Roberto card, the high requirement level reflects his end-game potential. Below are the specific challenges you must submit to unlock the card.
Brazil
Exchange a squad featuring players from Brazil.
9,800
12,250
Requirements
- •Min. 1 Player Brazil
- •Team Rating: Min. 85
Bundesliga
Exchange a squad featuring Players from Bundesliga.
16,000
19,500
Requirements
- •Min. 1 Player Bundesliga
- •Team Rating: Min. 86
Top Form
Exchange a squad featuring a TOTW player.
40,000
52,000
Requirements
- •Min. 1 Players Team of the Week
- •Team Rating: Min. 87
87-Rated Squad
Exchange an 87-Rated Squad.
28,750
34,750
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 87
88-Rated Squad
Exchange an 88-Rated Squad.
58,500
65,000
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 88
88-Rated Squad
Exchange an 88-Rated Squad.
57,000
65,500
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 88
88-Rated Squad
Exchange an 88-Rated Squad.
57,500
65,500
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 88
88-Rated Squad
Exchange an 88-Rated Squad.
57,500
66,000
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 88
89-Rated Squad
Exchange an 89-Rated Squad.
107,000
113,000
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 89
89-Rated Squad
Exchange an 89-Rated Squad.
108,000
112,000
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 89
89-Rated Squad
Exchange an 89-Rated Squad.
109,000
112,000
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 89
89-Rated Squad
Exchange an 89-Rated Squad.
109,000
113,000
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 89
88-Rated Squad
Exchange an 88-Rated Squad.
58,000
66,000
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 88
88-Rated Squad
Exchange an 88-Rated Squad.
58,500
64,500
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 88
Cost Analysis and Value
The estimated cost to complete this SBC is approximately 874,550 on consoles and 961,000 on PC. While the price tag is steep, the pack returns provide significant rebate value. High-tier rewards such as the Mega Pack and the Jumbo Gold Pack offer a high chance of pulling more FUT Birthday items or high-rated fodder. The total 27,500 helps soften the blow of the 14-squad requirement.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the Zé Roberto SBC repeatable?
- No, this SBC can only be completed once.
- When does the Zé Roberto SBC expire?
- The challenge is available until March 28, 2026.
- What is Zé Roberto's best position?
- While he can play several roles, his stats make him an elite box-to-box CM or a highly offensive LWB.
