How to Complete the Lawrence Shankland Showdown SBC in FC 26: Is He Worth It?

The Real-Life Rivalry: Hearts vs. Celtic
Lawrence Shankland
Earn a Showdown Lawrence Shankland from the domestic matchup between Celtic and Hearts.
Requirements
- •Team Rating: Min. 87
Player Analysis and Reward Value
- Exceptional Finishing: Shankland is known for his clinical nature in front of goal, often outperforming his base stats.
- Physical Presence: With high strength and heading accuracy, he is a constant threat in the air and during hold-up play.
- Upgrade Potential: A +2 boost would elevate this card into the top tier of Scottish league options.
- Chemistry Links: While SPFL links can be tricky, he provides perfect links to other Scottish players and Hearts teammates.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When does the Lawrence Shankland SBC expire?
- The SBC is available until May 16, 2026, just before the real-life match kicks off.
- How do Showdown upgrades work?
- If Hearts win, the card gets +2 OVR. If they draw, it gets +1 OVR. If they lose, there is no upgrade.
- Is this SBC repeatable?
- No, this is a non-repeatable challenge that can only be completed once per account.






