FC 26: 1 of 3 87+ Campaign Mix Player Pick SBC Guide & Solutions
By Alfie Carrington•1/7/2026•2 min read
The latest Squad Building Challenge (SBC) in FC 26 Ultimate Team has arrived, offering a fantastic opportunity to bolster your squad with a high-rated campaign player. The 1 of 3 87+ Campaign Mix Player Pick SBC is now live, presenting a chance to secure an elite Ultimate Scream, UEFA Primetime, FC Pro Live, or Thunderstruck player item rated 87 or higher. This guide will break down everything you need to know to complete this exciting challenge.
SBC Overview: 1 of 3 87+ Campaign Mix Player Pick
This highly anticipated Player Pick SBC gives you a choice of one out of three high-rated special cards from various popular campaigns. You'll be looking at players from the Ultimate Scream, UEFA Primetime, FC Pro Live, or Thunderstruck promotions, all guaranteed to be 87 OVR or higher. Importantly, this pick excludes Icons and Heroes, focusing solely on regular campaign items. The SBC is repeatable once, giving you a second shot at a top-tier player, and will expire on January 14, 2026, at 6 PM UTC. Don't miss out on this chance to add significant quality to your Ultimate Team!
84-Rated Squad
Exchange an 84-Rated Squad.
25,750
26,250
Requirements
- •Min. 1 Players Team of the Week
- •Team Rating: Min. 84
86-Rated Squad
Exchange an 86-Rated Squad.
37,000
35,500
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 86
Meeting the Challenge Requirements
The 1 of 3 87+ Campaign Mix Player Pick SBC consists of two individual challenges. Each challenge offers a specific pack reward upon completion, leading to the ultimate Player Pick. To efficiently complete these, focus on team rating and chemistry requirements, often requiring a blend of high-rated fodder and players from specific leagues or nations. Make sure to check the exact requirements for each segment before building your squads to optimize your spending.
Rewards and Value Analysis
Upon completing both challenges, you'll earn the coveted 1 of 3 87+ Campaign Mix Player Pick. This is your chance to snag a game-changing player from past events. Additionally, completing the individual challenges grants you valuable pack rewards: a Small Electrum Players Pack and a Small Gold Players Pack. The total estimated cost for this SBC is around 62,750 coins on console and 61,750 coins on PC. With potential rewards valued at 0 or more, this SBC offers significant value, especially if you have untradeable fodder in your club. Given the wide range of top-tier players from the included campaigns, the chances of picking an impactful player for your squad are high.