How to Complete the 1 of 4 90+ FUT Birthday Team 1 or Team 2 Player Pick SBC in FC 26
By Alfie Carrington••2 min read
The FUT Birthday celebration is in full swing in FC 26 Ultimate Team, bringing with it some of the most exciting cards of the season. One of the standout additions to the SBC menu is the 1 of 4 90+ FUT Birthday Team 1 or Team 2 Player Pick. This challenge offers gamers a chance to secure a high-rated meta player from the first two squads of the birthday promotion, specifically those rated 90 or higher. Since this pick excludes Heroes and Icons, the focus remains purely on current stars who have received massive upgrades to their skill moves or weak foot capabilities.
This SBC is a premium gamble, requiring a significant investment of fodder. However, the potential returns are immense, with some of the most sought-after players in the game residing within this 90+ rating bracket. Whether you are looking for a game-changing winger or a brick-wall defender, the 1 of 4 selection format significantly increases your chances of hitting a FUT Birthday player that fits your squad perfectly.
86-Rated Squad
Exchange an 86-Rated Squad.
22,750
24,750
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 86
86-Rated Squad
Exchange an 86-Rated Squad.
32,000
34,750
Requirements
- •Min. 1 Players Team of the Week
- •Team Rating: Min. 86
87-Rated Squad
Exchange an 87-Rated Squad.
36,000
37,000
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 87
87-Rated Squad
Exchange an 87-Rated Squad.
36,000
38,250
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 87
Completing this SBC will cost approximately 126,750 on consoles and 134,750 on PC. While the price is high, you do receive four packs back for your efforts. These include two Jumbo Gold Packs, a Gold Pack, and a Small Prime Electrum Players Pack. The total estimated value of these rewards is around 0, which slightly softens the blow of the initial squad requirements.
Is the 90+ FUT Birthday Player Pick Worth It?
FUT Birthday is renowned for its transformative upgrades, often giving players 5-star Skill Moves or a 5-star Weak Foot that they don't possess on their base cards. Because the minimum rating is capped at 90, you are guaranteed to avoid the 'lower-tier' fodder cards that often plague these types of gamble SBCs. This significantly boosts the 'Expected Value' (EV) of the pick, making it one of the more reliable ways to upgrade your team during this phase of the game cycle.
- High floor: The 90+ rating requirement removes a large portion of the less-desirable cards.
- Variety: Being a 1 of 4 pick gives you much better odds than a standard pack.
- Anniversary Theme: These cards represent some of the most fun and unique playstyles in FC 26.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I pull a FUT Birthday Icon from this pick?
- No, this SBC specifically excludes Heroes and Icons. You will only find regular FUT Birthday Team 1 and Team 2 players.
- Is this SBC repeatable?
- As of its initial release, this SBC is non-repeatable, meaning you can only complete it once before it expires on March 22nd.
- When does the SBC expire?
- The challenge is available until March 22nd, 2026, at 6:00 PM UTC.
