Squad Battles is the PvE mode in EA FC 26 Ultimate Team. You play against AI-controlled squads to earn weekly rewards. This guide covers the difficulty tiers, weekly rewards, and the best strategies for each tier.
How Squad Battles Works
To play Squad Battles:
- Open the Squad Battles menu
- Choose a difficulty tier
- Play against AI squads
- Earn points based on performance
- Receive weekly rewards based on total points
Each match gives points based on:
- Result (Win: 400 points, Draw: 200 points, Loss: 100 points)
- Goals scored (40 points per goal)
- Goals conceded (-30 points per goal)
- Shots on target (20 points per shot)
- Possession (10 points per 10% possession)
- Passing accuracy (10 points per 10% accuracy)
The Difficulty Tiers
There are 8 difficulty tiers:
Beginner
- Opponent: 75-rated squad
- Reward: 50 points
- Best for: new players
Amateur
- Opponent: 78-rated squad
- Reward: 75 points
- Best for: beginners
Semi-Pro
- Opponent: 80-rated squad
- Reward: 100 points
- Best for: intermediate players
Professional
- Opponent: 82-rated squad
- Reward: 150 points
- Best for: intermediate players
World Class
- Opponent: 84-rated squad
- Reward: 200 points
- Best for: advanced players
Legendary
- Opponent: 86-rated squad
- Reward: 250 points
- Best for: advanced players
Ultimate
- Opponent: 88-rated squad
- Reward: 300 points
- Best for: expert players
Top Rated
- Opponent: 90-rated squad
- Reward: 400 points
- Best for: top players
The Weekly Rewards
Weekly rewards are based on total points:
Bronze (0-500 points)
- 1x 75+ rated player pack
Silver (500-1,000 points)
- 1x 80+ rated player pack
- 1x 500-coin bonus
Gold (1,000-2,000 points)
- 1x 83+ rated player pack
- 1x 1,000-coin bonus
- 1x rare consumable pack
Elite (2,000-5,000 points)
- 1x 85+ rated player pack
- 1x 2,000-coin bonus
- 1x premium consumable pack
Top 100 (5,000+ points)
- 1x 87+ rated player pack
- 1x 5,000-coin bonus
- 1x premium player pack
The Best Strategy by Tier
Beginner to Semi-Pro
For low tiers, use any squad and any tactics. The AI is weak.
Recommended tactics: Balanced, possession, balanced press.
Professional to World Class
For mid tiers, use a balanced squad with good chemistry.
Recommended tactics: Defensive, counter, balanced press.
Legendary to Ultimate
For high tiers, use a top squad with high chemistry.
Recommended tactics: Defensive, counter, low press.
Top Rated
For top tier, use the best squad with the best chemistry.
Recommended tactics: Ultra defensive, counter, low press.
How to Maximize Points
Score Many Goals
Each goal is worth 40 points. Score as many as possible.
Concede Few Goals
Each goal conceded is -30 points. Defend carefully.
Have High Possession
Each 10% possession is 10 points. Keep the ball.
Have High Passing Accuracy
Each 10% passing accuracy is 10 points. Pass accurately.
Take Many Shots
Each shot on target is 20 points. Shoot often.
Time-Saving Tips
Use Skill Games
Skill Games are short challenges that give bonus points. They are faster than full matches.
Use a High-Chemistry Squad
A high-chemistry squad performs better and earns more points.
Skip Cutscenes
Skip cutscenes to save time. Cutscenes can add 30 seconds per match.
Use Fast Tactics
Use fast tactics to avoid AI time-wasting. Time-wasting can add 5-10 minutes per match.
Common Mistakes
- Don't play on the wrong difficulty. Match the difficulty to your skill.
- Don't concede many goals. Negative points hurt your total.
- Don't ignore chemistry. Low chemistry means lower performance.
- Don't forget to claim rewards. Weekly rewards expire.
The Best Squads for Squad Battles
The Cheap Squad
Cost: 50,000 coins. A budget squad for low tiers.
Players: 80-rated players from minor leagues.
The Mid Squad
Cost: 200,000 coins. A mid-tier squad for mid tiers.
Players: 82-rated players from major leagues.
The Top Squad
Cost: 500,000+ coins. A top squad for high tiers.
Players: 85+ rated players from major leagues.
FAQ: Squad Battles
Q: What's the highest difficulty?
A: Top Rated. The opponent is a 90-rated squad.
Q: How often do rewards reset?
A: Weekly. Rewards are distributed every Sunday.
Q: Can I play Squad Battles offline?
A: Yes. Squad Battles is fully offline.
Q: Are there Squad Battles-only players?
A: Yes. Some players are only available through Squad Battles.
Q: Can I get Icons from Squad Battles?
A: No. Squad Battles rewards are players and coins.
With this guide, you will earn the maximum rewards from Squad Battles. Play on the right difficulty, score many goals, and claim your weekly rewards.