Best starter pack to choose
The first choice you need to make in EA FC 26 Ultimate Team is which starter pack to choose, and while there’s plenty to pick from, some are better than others.
The beauty of Ultimate Team is that you’ve got the entire season to improve your squad, and one lucky pack can change your fortunes. However, there are still things you can do to start your journey on the right foot.
While it might seem like a minor choice, your starter pack is actually crucial, as it has a huge impact on the type of squad you’ll be running early on. If you choose wrong and decide to pivot to a different league, you’ll have to spend a lot of time and coins to course correct.
So, here are the best starter packs in EA FC 26 Ultimate Team.
Which league & nation starter pack should you choose?
Premier League / WSL
Ultimately, the best starter pack depends on which leagues you want to build your squad around. In that sense, the English Premier League and Women’s Super League are a great place to start, as many of the game’s highest-rated players can be found in these leagues.
While you’re not going to get the likes of Haaland, Salah, or Russo from this pack, you will get plenty of cards from the same league, which will save you plenty of time later. The Premier League is always one of the strongest leagues, especially when promo cards start rolling out, so you’ll struggle to find a better option.
EA SPORTS / DexertoLa Liga / Liga F
Player for player, La Liga and Liga F have the highest number of top-rated players, making it the ideal starter pack for meta chasers. On the men’s side of things, there are stars like Mbappe and Raphinha, while there are also the likes of Alexia Putellas, Bonmati, and Hansen playing for Barcelona’s women.
Again, you’re not going to get these players from the initial pack, but this is all about building a strong foundation that makes squad building easier down the line. So, if you plan to focus on chasing the best of the best in FC26, then Spain is the pick for you.
MLS / NWSL
While it’s great to stick with the meta leagues, sometimes it’s nice to mix things up. If you’re tired of building the same old Premier League and LaLiga squads, then the MLS and NWSL starter pack is the one you should go for.
While it doesn’t have quite as many high 80-rated cards, there are plenty of solid players who are only going to get boosted by future promos. By doubling down on these leagues to start with, you’ll be able to use cheaper options and focus on earning coins, which will help long-term.