Building your Ultimate Team can be overwhelming, especially when working within a budget. To help you navigate this challenge, Team Gullit has compiled the best starter squads for EA FC 26, tailored to different coin budgets. Whether you're just starting or looking to optimize your lineup for Weekend League, these squads offer exceptional value for money.
100K Coin Squad (4-4-2 Formation)
Goalkeeper: Vicario – A dependable option who performed well last year. While not the highest-rated, he gets the job done.
Right Back: Malo Gusto – A solid choice for this budget.
Center Backs: Maxence Lacroix (88 pace) and Joško Gvardiol – Maxence Lacroix's pace is a standout feature, and Gvardiol offers excellent defensive abilities and Block+ playstyle.
Left Back: Ferland Mendy.
Central Midfielders: Sandro Tonali and Eduardo Camavinga – Both players are versatile box-to-box midfielders, great on the ball, and strong defensively.
Right Midfield: Federico Chiesa – A dynamic winger who has the Finesse Shot playstyle.
Left Midfield: Bradley Barcola – A bargain at just 3K coins, offering great value for his price.
Strikers: Hugo Ekitike and Omar Marmoush – Marmoush, in particular, is a steal at 20K FC 26 coins, providing excellent value for money.
This squad is flexible enough to work in alternative formations such as 4-4-1-1 or 4-2-3-1, with Ekitike or Marmoush slotting into the CAM role if needed.
250K Coin Squad (4-4-2 Formation)
Goalkeeper: David De Gea (85 rated) – A reliable shot-stopper with extensive experience.
Right Back: Denzel Dumfries.
Center Backs: Ronald Araujo and Bremer – Bremer stands out as one of the best value-for-money defenders on the market.
Left Back: Alejandro Balde.
Central Midfielders: Nicolo Barella (right) and Eduardo Camavinga (left).
Right Midfield: Christian Pulisic – Underrated with impressive stats and Incisive Pass playstyle.
Left Midfield: Salma Paralluelo – The most expensive player in this squad, delivering pace and attacking flair.
Strikers: Clàudia Pina (left striker) and Loïs Openda (right striker) – Pina is versatile enough to play on LM if needed, while Openda's 95 pace ensures he's a constant threat.
This squad offers tremendous balance and versatility for its price point.
500K Coin Squad (4-2-3-1 Formation)
Goalkeeper: Kobel – A solid choice between the posts.
Right Back: Jeremie Frimpong – Known for his pace and attacking runs.
Center Backs: Konaté and Upamecano – Two physical powerhouses who excel in defensive duties.
Left Back: Selma Bacha – A well-rounded defender with excellent ball control.
Central Defensive Midfielders: Felix Nmecha and Ryan Gravenberch – Both players are tall, physical, and exceptional at intercepting passes.
Central Attacking Midfielder: Jamal Musiala (Technical+ playstyle) – One of the most exciting young talents in the game, offering incredible dribbling and creativity.
Wingers: Kadidiatou Diani (right) and Luis Díaz (left).
Striker: Melchie Dumornay – Excellent value for money with strong stats across the board.
This squad is ideal for players looking to dominate both defensively and offensively.
750K Coin Squad (4-4-1-1 Formation)
Goalkeeper: Lucas Chevalier.
Right Back: Jeremie Frimpong.
Center Backs: Konaté and Marquinhos (Intercept+ playstyle) – Marquinhos is one of the best center-backs in the game with exceptional defensive stats.
Left Back: Miloš Kerkez.
Midfielders:
- Right Midfielder: Lauren James.
- Right CM: Moisés Caicedo – Despite initial skepticism, Caicedo has proven to be an outstanding option for CM and CDM. His defensive work rate and physicality make him a standout player.
- Left CM: Vítor Machado – Different from Caicedo, Vitinha is a more technical player on the left CM.
- Left Midfielder: Khvicha Kvaratskhelia – With five-star skills and Incisive Pass playstyle, he's an elite winger option.
- CAM: Florian Wirtz – His Incisive Pass+ playstyle can unlock even the tightest defenses.
Striker: Alexander Isak – A strong forward who can hold up play and finish clinically.
1 Million Coin Squad (4-4-2 Formation)
Goalkeeper: David Raya.
Right Back: Marcos Llorente.
Center Backs:
- William Saliba – Arguably the best non-icon center-back in FC 26.
- Jules Koundé – Provides excellent defensive coverage alongside Saliba.
Left Back: Theo Hernández or Nuno Mendes – Both are exceptional options; Choose Hernández if you don't have enough coins.
Central Midfielders:
- Right CM: Patri Guijarro.
- Left CM: Camavinga – His versatility makes him a must-have in this price range.
Wingers:
- Right Midfield: Doue.
- Left Midfield: Nico Williams – Offers pace, dribbling, and flair on the wings.
Strikers:
- Left Striker: Claudia Pina.
- Right Striker: Viktor Gyökeres – Gyökeres combines strength, pace, and finishing ability. His physicality makes him difficult to dispossess, making him one of the most effective strikers in FC 26.
Final Thoughts
With these squads ranging from 100K to 1 million coins, there's something here for every type of FC 26 player. Whether you're just starting out or looking to upgrade your team for the next Weekend League, these lineups offer excellent value for money.
If you're looking for tips on how to maximize your performance in Weekend League, check out Team Gullit's channel for their Weekend League strategies. Don't forget to leave a comment below with your thoughts or questions about these squads!
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