Lothar Matthäus FUT Birthday Icon SBC: How to Complete and Player Analysis
By Alfie Carrington••2 min read
The FUT Birthday celebration in FC 26 has reached a new peak with the release of the Lothar Matthäus FUT Birthday Icon SBC. This legendary German midfielder is one of the most sought-after cards in the game, known for his incredible versatility and presence on the pitch. Available until April 4th, 2026, this Squad Building Challenge allows players to add a true powerhouse to their Ultimate Team through a series of 23 demanding segments.
The Legacy of a German Legend
Lothar Matthäus is a titan of football history. He is the only German player to have ever won the FIFA World Player of the Year award, a feat he achieved in 1991. As the captain of the 1990 World Cup-winning West Germany squad, he famously nullified Diego Maradona in the final, proving his defensive discipline was just as potent as his attacking flair. With a career spanning stints at Bayern Munich and Inter Milan, Matthäus won seven Bundesliga titles and a record-breaking Scudetto. His longevity is equally legendary, having competed in a record five FIFA World Cups between 1982 and 1998.
On a Loan
Complete this challenge to earn the 5-match Loan version of FUT Birthday Icon Lothar Matthäus.
30,250
31,250
Requirements
- •Min. 1 Players Team of the Week
- •Team Rating: Min. 86
Die Mannschaft
Complete this challenge themed around Lothar Matthäus's time with his national team.
31,750
30,000
Requirements
- •Min. 1 Player Germany
- •Team Rating: Min. 87
League Legend
Complete this challenge themed around Lothar Matthäus's days in Bundesliga.
32,000
30,750
Requirements
- •Min. 1 Player Bundesliga
- •Team Rating: Min. 87
Top-notch
Exchange a squad featuring a TOTW player.
40,750
38,750
Requirements
- •Min. 1 Players Team of the Week
- •Team Rating: Min. 87
88-Rated Squad
Exchange an 88-Rated Squad.
50,000
45,750
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 88
88-Rated Squad
Exchange an 88-Rated Squad.
50,000
47,000
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 88
88-Rated Squad
Exchange an 88-Rated Squad.
50,500
45,000
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 88
88-Rated Squad
Exchange an 88-Rated Squad.
60,000
55,000
Requirements
- •Min. 1 Players Team of the Week
- •Team Rating: Min. 88
88-Rated Squad
Exchange an 88-Rated Squad.
59,500
55,000
Requirements
- •Min. 1 Players Team of the Week
- •Team Rating: Min. 88
88-Rated Squad
Exchange an 88-Rated Squad.
59,500
55,000
Requirements
- •Min. 1 Players Team of the Week
- •Team Rating: Min. 88
88-Rated Squad
Exchange an 88-Rated Squad.
59,500
55,000
Requirements
- •Min. 1 Players Team of the Week
- •Team Rating: Min. 88
89-Rated Squad
Exchange an 89-Rated Squad.
81,000
74,000
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 89
89-Rated Squad
Exchange an 89-Rated Squad.
81,000
74,000
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 89
89-Rated Squad
Exchange an 89-Rated Squad.
81,000
74,000
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 89
89-Rated Squad
Exchange an 89-Rated Squad.
90,500
84,500
Requirements
- •Min. 1 Players Team of the Week
- •Team Rating: Min. 89
89-Rated Squad
Exchange an 89-Rated Squad.
91,500
82,500
Requirements
- •Min. 1 Players Team of the Week
- •Team Rating: Min. 89
89-Rated Squad
Exchange an 89-Rated Squad.
91,000
83,500
Requirements
- •Min. 1 Players Team of the Week
- •Team Rating: Min. 89
90-Rated Squad
Exchange a 90-Rated Squad.
141,000
127,000
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 90
90-Rated Squad
Exchange a 90-Rated Squad.
145,000
127,000
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 90
90-Rated Squad
Exchange a 90-Rated Squad.
142,000
128,000
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 90
90-Rated Squad
Exchange a 90-Rated Squad.
153,000
153,000
Requirements
- •Min. 1 Players Team of the Week
- •Team Rating: Min. 90
90-Rated Squad
Exchange a 90-Rated Squad.
152,000
152,000
Requirements
- •Min. 1 Players Team of the Week
- •Team Rating: Min. 90
90-Rated Squad
Exchange a 90-Rated Squad.
152,000
147,000
Requirements
- •Min. 1 Players Team of the Week
- •Team Rating: Min. 90
Analyzing the SBC Rewards and Pack Value
Completing the 23 challenges for this SBC is a massive undertaking, but it comes with a substantial amount of back-end value. Throughout the process, you will earn high-tier packs such as the Mega Pack and the Prime Gold Players Pack. The estimated value of these rewards is approximately 23,000, which significantly offsets the initial investment. Other notable rewards include Jumbo Gold Packs and several variations of Rare Player packs.
Is the Matthäus SBC Worth the Price?
The total cost to complete this SBC is currently estimated at 1,924,750 on consoles and 1,795,000 for PC players. While this is one of the more expensive SBCs released this year, Matthäus offers a unique combination of stats that fit the "Gullit Gang" archetype—meaning all his key face stats are exceptionally high. He is a meta-defining CM/CDM who can comfortably play as a sweeper if needed. Given the current power curve in FC 26, this card is likely to remain relevant well into the summer months.
- Elite box-to-box presence with top-tier shooting and defending.
- Icon chemistry provides easy links to any league or nation.
- High pack return value across 23 segments.
- Significant time investment required for 23 squads.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When does the Lothar Matthäus SBC expire?
- The SBC is available until April 4th, 2026.
- What is the best position for this Matthäus card?
- While he can play CDM, his high shooting and passing stats make him most effective as a box-to-box CM.
- Are the pack rewards tradeable?
- No, all challenge rewards for this SBC are untradeable.
