With the daily upgrades temporarily removed in FC 25, many players feel like the grind has come to a halt. But don’t worry—there’s still a full grind path available that doesn’t cost you a single FC 25 Coin. In fact, if you know where to look and how to connect the grind steps, you can earn premium packs, top-rated players, and even tradable items to boost your FIFA Coin balance.
Here’s your complete, updated grind blueprint to help you pack Team of the Season (TOTS) players efficiently.
Step 1: Take Advantage of Rush Points and Weekly Objectives
- The easiest starting point to rebuild your grind is the Rush Points system. These quick-to-earn points offer solid pack rewards that help refresh your club without engaging in complex SBCs.
- Complete Weekly Objectives (especially those requiring Rush wins) to earn extra rewards passively.
- Play 3 matches daily (even in Squad Battles) to unlock 4 free packs + bonus rewards.
- Pro Tip: If you don’t feel like playing competitively, AFK Squad Battles on beginner difficulty while doing something else—it still counts!
Step 2: Easy SBCs That Offer High Returns
- Head to the SBC tab and check out the 81+ Tradable Team of the Week Upgrade.
- Requires an 85-rated squad, but you can craft this using fodder from your grind.
- Sell the TOTW player for ~18,000 FUT Coins—great value for a craftable pack.
- Key Strategy: Always use untradeable cards first to maximize profit.
Step 3: Super Daily Silver = Grind Central
- While Bronze/Silver/Gold daily upgrades are gone, the Super Daily Silver Upgrade is still available and extremely valuable.
- Submit silver commons → get a gold pack in return.
- Use those golds in the TOTS Grind Upgrade for higher-rated rewards.
- This is your core crafting loop—don’t skip it!
Step 4: Use Icon SBCs for More Silver Supply
Running low on silvers? Icon SBCs can help:
- Complete Born Legend & Rising Star segments (they require bronze rares).
- These reward silver packs, which feed back into the Super Daily Silver Upgrade.
- A simple way to keep the grind going without spending EA FC 25 Coins.
Step 5: Maximize the TOTS Crafting Upgrade Path
- The TOTS Crafting Upgrade (daily cap: 25) is where your golds and mid-tier players should go.
- Each submission returns a new pack, helping you build towards better SBCs.
- One grindable card can lead to 3-4 more when routed correctly.
- Best for long-term value—don’t ignore this!
Step 6: Build UT 25 Coin Flow with TOTW SBCs & Marquee Matchups
- Craft a TOTW player → sell for 18K–20K coins.
- Combine with Marquee Matchups (often costs <10K to complete).
- Total value per cycle? ~45K FC Ultimate Team Coins with minimal effort.
Step 7: Leverage the Premium Mixed League Upgrade
- If you’re running low on grindable content, this SBC is a late-stage lifeline.
- Cheap to craft using commons from TOTS Crafting Upgrades.
- Can return rare golds & high-rated fodder for bigger SBCs.
- Slow but effective when other options dry up.
Step 8: Target the Right High-End SBCs
- Not all SBCs are equal—prioritize these:
- 83x14 & 83x10 Upgrades (best TOTS pull chances)
- Avoid Any TOTS Trade-In early (too expensive for the value)
- Save big SBCs for when you have duplicates or excess fodder.
Step 9: Don’t Sleep on Squad Battles
- Reliable weekly rewards (even if you AFK some games).
- Helps complete objectives passively.
- Not the most exciting, but always worth it for free packs.
Conclusion: The Grind Is Alive and Well
Yes, EA removed daily upgrades, but smart planning and efficient recycling keep the grind strong.
Super Daily Silvers → TOTW flips → SBC chains = consistent rewards.
Stay patient, consistent, and efficient—your dream TOTS squad is still within reach!
When daily upgrades return, you’ll already be ahead of the competition.
