While the official estimate for the SBC sits around 700,000 coins, smart squad building can cut that number down, especially if you've been saving FC 26 Coins or untradeable special cards.

1. Use FUTTIES Market Conditions

The ongoing FUTTIES event has flooded the transfer market with high-rated special items, meaning prices for 90+ players are much lower than usual. You can pick up TOTS or TOTW cards cheaply and save significant amounts on the high-rated squad segments.

2. Prioritize Lower-Rated Specials

Tasks only require a TOTS/TOTW card, not necessarily the highest-rated one. Cards like Evander (TOTS, 96-rated) often sell for less than you'd expect, yet still make rating requirements easy to hit.

3. Market Timing

Complete the expensive segments during peak supply hours, typically when EA releases new promo packs. More supply equals cheaper cards.

4. Use Your Club's Depth

If you've been holding onto untradeable Icons or promo players, now's the time to use them. They can save hundreds of thousands of FIFA 26 Coins on this SBC.

Player Stats and Playstyle Review

Rio Ferdinand's 98-rated striker card is a force in the final third. His stats are tuned for maximum impact as an attacker:

    Finishing & Composure: Lethal in one-on-one situations, with the ability to convert from tight angles.

    Strength & Heading: Dominates aerial duels and shields the ball expertly.

    Technical Ability: Surprisingly nimble for his size, allowing for close control and skill moves in the box.

    Positioning: Reads the game like a natural striker, making smart runs into dangerous spaces.

What makes him even more exciting is that, unlike many traditional strikers, Rio brings a defender's mentality to the press and physical battles. He's able to EAFC 26 Coins harass backlines, win challenges high up the pitch, and immediately turn those into goal-scoring opportunities.