The full leaked Premier League TOTS (Team of the Season) for FC 25 has landed, and it’s brought both excitement and disappointment. Some players like Isak, VVD, and Declan Rice have cracked stats and meta-relevant playstyle pluses. Isak, in particular, is being called the standout card with 97 dribbling, 96 pace, and shooting, plus Finesse+, Rapid+, and Low Driven+—a combination that could dominate Weekend League. Meanwhile, big names like Erling Haaland and Cole Palmer have seen underwhelming changes. Haaland’s upgrade from his Foot Birthday card is minimal, and Palmer doesn’t even get a pace increase or keep his Finesse+ trait.

The core complaint? Playstyle plus choices. For instance, Palmer swapped Finesse+ for Low Driven+, a fine trait but a downgrade in many eyes. Even Van Dijk feels slightly shortchanged considering how expensive he’ll be. Some players, like Saka, also appear downgraded, leading to speculation that EA might be downplaying stats to push players toward buying the Premium Pass for better playstyle bonuses.

Evolutions, SBCs, and the Market Rollercoaster

One area where the hype is growing is the Evolutions system. It looks like 91-rated cards will finally be eligible, opening the door to significant upgrades that have been missing for weeks. This coincides with today’s potential surge in fodder, as pack openings will flood the market and crash SBC fodder prices. It’s already evident: Team of the Year Salah and VVD cards are climbing in price, while TOTY Palmer saw a price bump as his TOTS version underwhelmed.

SBC-wise, the leaked Jamie Vardy card is the hot topic. With 99 pace, Low Driven+, Quick Step+, and Power Shot+, this version could be the best striker in FC 25 if EA gives him five-star weak foot and favorable base playstyles. Another possible Premier League SBC, Bruno Guimarães boasts Bruiser+, Pinged+, and Press Proven+, though players still need to see if he fits into meta squads. Other leaked cards include Morgan Rogers and the Murphy brothers, offering mid-range options with solid traits—if the price is right.

WSL and EFL TOTS Look Fun But May Get Overlooked

Outside the Premier League, the Women’s Super League and EFL TOTS squads offer a surprising amount of usable cards. Bunny Shaw looks strong, while players like Mariona and Newkin have intriguing stats and midfield flexibility. Tanaka and Junior Firpo from the EFL are standouts, with Firpo especially boasting 95 defending and 94 passing plus incisive and jockey playstyles. Stanfield and Dan James promise blistering pace, and even Trafford in goal has some potential.

But it all comes down to pack weight. If these cards are affordable and easily packable, they’ll offer casual players a chance to refresh their squads without breaking the bank. If EA holds back the drop rate, expect major market inflation for meta picks.

What’s Missing and What’s Next

Despite the volume of cards and content, many players feel something is lacking. There’s no DEO-level hype SBC this week, and Forest fans are scratching their heads over cards like Aina receiving the Long Throw+ trait instead of something more useful like Anticipate or Intercept. Playstyle pluses have proven to be just as important as stats this year, and EA’s choices on that front continue to stir debate.

A leaked Young Player of the Season SBC could arrive soon, including names like Joe Bellingham and Low Bellingham, potentially bringing more fodder-friendly options. But fans still want a big SBC—one that brings flashbacks, five-star upgrades, and real excitement.