FC 25 Team of the Year: When Does It Come Out?

Team of the Year is one of the most anticipated events in EA FC, marking a celebration of football excellence that transcends the virtual pitch. This yearly event celebrates the most outstanding football players from the past year by introducing special, highly-rated players into the game's Ultimate Team mode, complete with significantly enhanced statistics compared to their standard versions, alongside engaging Squad Building Challenges (SBCs) and more.

In this article, we'll guide you through everything you need to know about this year's TOTY and its release date, helping you prepare for one of the most impactful promotions.

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TOTY Release Date

EA Sports kicked off the FC 25 Team of the Year event on January 17th, 2024. The promotion began with the reveal of the TOTY Attackers, followed by Midfielders and Defenders. The entire TOTY squad became available in packs on January 23rd, giving players their first chance to pack any of these elite cards. The celebration reached its conclusion on January 24th with the release of the community-voted 12th Man and Woman, adding two final exceptional players to this lineup.

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Men’s Team of the Year Lineup

The FC 25 Team of the Year showcases an exceptional lineup of players who dominated the game throughout the past year.

Defenders:

• Emiliano Martinez (94 GK) 
• Virgil van Dijk (96 CB) 
• Dani Carvajal (95 RB) 
• William Saliba (95 CB) 
• Alejandro Grimaldo (94 LB) 

Midfielders:

• Rodri (97 CDM)
• Jude Bellingham (97 CAM)
• Cole Palmer (95 CAM) 

Attackers:

• Kylian Mbappé (96 ST)
• Mohamed Salah (96 RW)
• Vinícius Jr. (97 LW)

12th Man:

• Cristiano Ronaldo (95 LW)

Women’s Team of the Year Lineup

The Women's Team of the Year recognizes the exceptional talent and achievements in women's football over the past year. 

Defenders:

• Berger - (94 GK)
• Irene Paredes - (94 CB)
• Bronze - (94 RB)
• Renard - (95 CB)
• Karchaoui - (95 LB)

Midfielders:

• Alexia Putellas - (96 CM)
• Aitana Bonmati - (97 CM)
• Reiten - (96 CM)

Attackers:

• Smith - (97 ST)
• James - (96 RW)
• Hansen - (97 RW)

12th Player:

• Khadija Shaw - (95 ST)

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How to Get TOTY Players

Players can obtain these rare Team of the Year items through specific packs available during the TOTY promotion, which runs until Friday, January 31st. However, it's important to note that opening these special packs does not guarantee a TOTY player, as these items are extremely rare and highly sought after in the Ultimate Team market.

Free TOTY ICON Zidane

EA Sports is offering an exciting opportunity for all FC 25 players to add a legend to their squad. By simply playing Ultimate Team before February 14, 2025, players will receive a free Zinedine Zidane TOTY Eras 2002 ICON item, rated at 90 OVR. Club Members get an additional benefit with access to an exclusive Evolution that can boost Zidane's rating to an impressive 94 OVR, making this legendary midfielder even more formidable on the pitch.

Final Words

The FC 25 Team of the Year event once again lives up to its reputation as one of EA Sports’ most thrilling promotions. With boosted ratings for both Men’s and Women’s TOTY squads, exclusive SBCs, and a free TOTY ICON Zidane, there’s something for every Ultimate Team player. Whether you’re seeking to pack these rare cards or simply enjoy the excitement around TOTY, make the most of the event before it wraps up on January 31st—this is a celebration of footballing excellence you won’t want to miss.

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