FC 26 Ultimate Scream Tier List
Introduction:
The much-anticipated Ultimate Scream promo has arrived in FC 26, bringing a host of terrifyingly good cards to Ultimate Team. With live upgrades tied to the full moon, these players are set to evolve and cause nightmares for your opponents. But not all screams are created equal. We’ve broken down Team 1 and ranked every player, from the meta-defining monsters to the SBC fodder.
Let’s dive into the tier list.
S-Tier:
These are the absolute best players from the release. They are game-changers who will instantly elevate your squad.
The undisputed king of this promo. Vini combines the meta Low Driven+, Quick Step, and Rapid PlayStyles with a Finesse Shot and a Role++ at LM. He is an end-game attacker in October.
Finesse+, 5-star skills, and the deadly combination of Quick Step, Rapid, and Trickster. Leão is the complete package at striker and is easily one of the most dangerous cards in the game right now.
Her Inform was already hyped, but this card is on another level. Her previous flaw was the Trickster+, but now she gets the far more effective Quick Step+. She is an elite-tier dribbler and creator.
Don’t be fooled by the seemingly small stat upgrade. The addition of Finesse and Low Driven PlayStyles, plus new in-game Roles, transforms him back into the menace we all remember. He’s back, and he’s terrifying.
A-Tier:
These players are just a step below the gods, offering incredible value and performance.
A perfect modern CDM. The Pinged Pass+ is a fantastic addition, but it’s the combination with Long Ball, Tiki Taka, and Intercept that makes him elite. He’s not just a destroyer; he’s a deep-lying playmaker.
With 4-star/4-star and the coveted Finesse+, Di Natale is a clinical finisher. He just lacks the extra top-tier PlayStyles of the S-Tier attackers to push him over the edge.
While he didn’t receive a rating boost, the addition of Jockey+ is a massive win, especially after the recent buff to that PlayStyle. He’s now one of the most agile and effective defensive players you can use.
A very solid and well-rounded midfielder. He’s a great card but doesn’t feel like a significant enough upgrade over his base Hero to justify a spot in S-Tier.
A rock-solid addition at centre-back. With great pace for a CB (82) and well-rounded defending (85) and physical (80) stats, he’s a reliable option with the added Anticipate+ makes him an interesting card.
B-Tier:
Good, usable players who can definitely do a job for your team, but come with a few compromises.
An excellent fullback with fantastic stats across the board. Unfortunately, she’s held back by the niche Trickster+, which simply isn’t as effective as other top-tier PlayStyles.
An underrated gem in this team. With Pinged Pass, Incisive Pass, and Tiki Taka, he’s a brilliant playmaker at CAM who can unlock any defence. Don’t sleep on this card.
Very strong stats with 90 Pace and key PlayStyles like Quick Step and Rapid. She can play across the front line, but a 3-star weak foot is a significant drawback that keeps her in B-Tier.
The upgrade from a 2* to 3* weak foot is a welcome boost, but Power Shot+ isn’t a top-tier PlayStyle, limiting his overall threat. A decent option, but not a must-have.
Da Costa is a good all-rounder who doesn’t particularly excel in one area but maybe with some evos in the future could become a real standout player.
C-Tier:
These are players who are either too flawed or simply outclassed by other available options. Best used for SBCs.
If this promo had dropped last week, he might have been incredible. But with the recent nerf to the Technical+ PlayStyle, his main selling point has lost its magic, dropping him down the pecking order
Has a decent spread of stats but fails to stand out in a competitive field of centre-backs. He’s usable but unlikely to make many top-tier squads.
Berenguer is in the ‘usable but forgettable’ category. He lacks the top-end stats and crucial PlayStyles+ needed to compete at a high level.
Just like Berenguer, Fornals is also in the ‘usable but forgettable’ category.
Despite his high rating, Campos is a novelty card. His small in-game player model makes him ineffective as a striker against strong, physical defenders not to mention his PlayStyle+ for a ST is pretty pointless.
A huge upgrade from his base card, However, he is ultimately held back by his 3-star skill moves and the lack of a PlayStyle+, which keeps him out in the C tier.
Conclusion:
What do you think of our rankings? Who’s the one player you absolutely need for your squad? Let us know your thoughts!
