Cheapest by Rating: 88-Rated Cards to Use in FC 25 SBCs

EA SPORTS FC 25's Ultimate Team mode features Squad Building Challenges (SBCs) that require players to build specific squads meeting various criteria to earn rewards. When you submit players to these challenges, they're permanently removed from your club.

Many advanced SBCs demand high-rated players, including 88-rated cards, which can quickly drain your coin balance if you're not careful. Finding the most budget-friendly options becomes essential for completing these challenges efficiently.

In this article, we'll explore the cheapest 88-rated cards available for each position that you can use in your SBCs to maximize value and save coins for other aspects of your Ultimate Team journey.

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Cheapest By Rating

Many players in FC 25 serve primarily as SBC fodder due to their undesirable in-game performance despite high ratings. These cards maintain low market values despite their impressive overall ratings, making them perfect for completing SBCs without depleting your coin balance.

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1. Goalkeeper

Goalkeepers offer exceptional value for SBCs, with several 88-rated options available for less than 10,000 coins. These represent some of the most cost-efficient high-rated cards in the game.

Player		Club		Price (Coins)	Position
	Ederson		Manchester City	6,200	GK
	Jan Oblak		Atlético de Madrid	6,200	GK
	Christiane Endler		Olympique Lyonnais	6,200	GK
	Gregor Kobel		Borussia Dortmund	6,200	GK

2. Defender

Defenders typically cost slightly more than goalkeepers but still provide excellent value for SBCs. Center backs remain more affordable than fullbacks in the 88-rating category.

Player		Club		Price (Coins)	Position
	Rúben Dias		Manchester City	6,200	CB
	Irene Paredes		FC Barcelona	6,200	CB
	Wendie Renard		Olympique Lyonnais	6,200	CB
	Antonio Rüdiger		Real Madrid	6,500	CB
	Mattia Zanotti		FC Lugano	14,000	RB
	Giovanni Di Lorenzo		Napoli	14,500	RB
	Emily Sams		Orlando Pride	15,500	RB
	Danilo		Juventus FC	16,750	RB
	Hugo Bueno		Feyenoord	15,250	LB
	Bixente Lizarazu	-	-	14,250	LB

3. Midfielder

Midfielders at 88 rating provide excellent value for SBCs, with most options priced between 6,200 and 7,300 coins. These players offer an efficient rating-to-cost ratio for completing challenges.

Player		Club		Price (Coins)	Position
	Guro Reiten		Chelsea	6,200	LM
	Beth Mead		Arsenal	6,200	RM
	Debinha		Kansas City Current	6,200	CAM
	Lionel Messi		Inter Miami CF	6,200	RM
	Kadidiatou Diani		Olympique Lyonnais	6,200	RM
	Bernardo Silva		Manchester City	6,200	CM
	Phil Foden		Manchester City	6,200	RM
	Patri Guijarro		FC Barcelona	6,200	CDM
	Florian Wirtz		Bayer 04 Leverkusen	6,200	CAM
	Federico Valverde		Real Madrid	7,300	CM

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4. Attacker

Attackers with 88 ratings are surprisingly affordable at just 6,200 coins each. This makes them equally cost-effective as goalkeepers and defenders for SBC submissions.

Player		Club		Price (Coins)	Position
	Antoine Griezmann		Atlético de Madrid	6,200	ST
	Marie Katoto		Paris Saint-Germain	6,200	ST
	Robert Lewandowski		FC Barcelona	6,200	ST

Final Words

Identifying the cheapest 88-rated cards for SBCs saves significant coins over time. Goalkeepers and most central players offer the best value at 6,200 coins, while fullbacks command higher prices. Consider investing in these budget options when the market is low to prepare for future high-rated SBCs.

Always check current market prices before purchasing, as they fluctuate based on SBC releases and market supply. By strategically using these affordable high-rated cards, you'll maximize your club's resources and complete more SBCs without excessive spending.

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