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0EUSÉBIO DA SILVA FERREIRA – ICON CARD REVIEW IN EA FC 25 ULTIMATE TEAM
Dick van Dyke
- Pace
- Physicality
- Shooting Prowess
- Playmaking Abilities
- Aerial Attributes
- Dribbling Attribute
- Roles and Playstyles
- Cons
- Conclusion
EA FC 25’s Ultimate Team is packed with legends, but few shine as brightly or burn as fiercely as Eusébio da Silva Ferreira. Known simply as Eusébio, the "Black Panther" has returned to EA Sports’ hallowed Icon ranks with a card so terrifying, it could make defenders quit before kickoff. With an overall design crafted for fluidity, explosiveness, and surgical attacking, Eusébio’s Icon card is an embodiment of football artistry. Whether you're an old-school fan of his Benfica days or a meta-merchant in Weekend League, this is one card that demands a closer look.
At an astronomical price of 6,250,000 coins, Eusébio doesn’t come cheap. But is he worth every virtual penny? Let’s dig into the numbers, performance, and real in-game impact of this living legend.
Pace
Speed kills, and Eusébio comes locked and loaded with both 98 acceleration and 98 sprint speed. Whether you're bursting out of tight midfield pockets or chasing through balls down the wing, he simply flies. The Rapid Playstyle Plus is no gimmick either; his ability to reach top speed in milliseconds leaves even the quickest full-backs grasping at shadows.
In transition, his pace creates massive space, opening lanes that wouldn’t exist with slower attackers. He’s not just fast; he’s meta-fast. Transition attacks become lethal with Eusébio leading the charge. His acceleration is particularly useful in tight scenarios, letting him dart past defenders even from a standing start.
Physicality
At 87 physicality with 83 strength and 96 stamina, Eusébio is surprisingly robust for such a technical player. He’s not built like a tank, but his strength is enough to hold his own in physical duels. The stamina stat deserves extra praise; you can sprint him all game, press aggressively, or play him in high-workrate positions without seeing his performance dip.
His 94 jumping and 99 heading accuracy also make him a menace in the air. You don't typically expect a winger or CAM to be a target man, but Eusébio can win headers off corners or surprise defenders with back-post runs.
Shooting Prowess
Here’s where the magic truly happens.
With 99 shooting, 99 shot power, 99 long shots, and 99 attacking positioning, Eusébio is arguably the most complete finisher in the game. Inside the box, outside the box, on the volley, or with finesse, he converts nearly everything. The Finesse Shot Playstyle Plus* is a game-changer, letting him curl shots around keepers from impossible angles.
He feels clinical even under pressure. A 5-star weak foot ensures that defenders can't show him onto a "weaker" side, because there is none. You can let fly with either foot, from any distance, and expect the net to bulge. His *98 reactions* ensure he's always alert to rebounds and loose balls, often scoring the kind of scrappy-but-clutch goals that win tight matches.
Playmaking Abilities
Many Icon strikers can finish, but few can orchestrate. Eusébio excels as a creator too, with 92 passing, 92 crossing, and the Incisive Pass Playstyle Plus at his disposal. This makes him deadly as a CAM or wide playmaker, where his vision and precision can unlock even the most compact defenses.
Whether it’s threading a through ball between two center-backs or pinging a cross-field switch to a bombing full-back, his passes are laser-guided. His *ball control (95) and agility (98) also help him pick the perfect pass even while under pressure or mid-dribble.
Aerial Attributes
At 94 jumping and 99 heading accuracy, Eusébio defies gravity and expectations. While his default stature doesn’t scream aerial dominator, these stats and his sharp attacking instincts make him a genuine threat during set-pieces and crosses.
This aerial prowess is especially useful if you’re playing him in wider roles and want to sneak him into the box. Expect a surprising number of headed goals, especially with accurate crossers in your squad.
Dribbling Attribute
Dribbling-wise, Eusébio is almost glitchy.
With a 98 dribbling rating, 98 agility, 95 ball control, and 97 balance, he moves like he’s on ice skates. He cuts, swerves, and slips past defenders as if they’re cones. The Technical Playstyle Plus enhances his close control even further, especially in tight areas like the box or midfield pressure zones.
Although he "only" has 4-star skill moves, his fluidity and responsiveness make him feel like a 5-star skiller in real-time. The Rapid and Technical combo makes him borderline untouchable when you’re on your dribbling A-game.
Roles and Playstyles
Eusébio’s true value emerges in his positional versatility. He can play as:
LW/RW – Winger++, Inside Forward++, Wide Playmaker++
LM – Winger++, Wide Midfielder++, Wide Playmaker++, Inside Forward++
CAM – Playmaker++, Shadow Striker++, Half Winger++, Classic 10++
This incredible adaptability means you can fit him into virtually any tactic. Want a high-speed winger to stretch the back line? Done. Need a CAM to thread perfect passes? No problem. Prefer an inside forward who cuts in and finishes like a prime CR7? You’ve got him.
His Playstyle Plus traits amplify this utility even more:
Finesse Shot Plus– Curve shots around defenders and into top bins
Incisive Pass Plus – Break lines with through balls
Technical Plus – Dribble effortlessly under pressure
Rapid Plus – Accelerate explosively
Low Driven Shot Plus – Snipe finishes with surgical accuracy
No matter where you slot him, he performs at an elite level—rare for any card, let alone an Icon.
Cons
Even icons have flaws.
Price – 6,250,000 coins. That’s an investment that could buy an entire top-tier team.
Skill Moves – 4-star is solid, but not elite in this meta filled with elasticos and reverse flip-flaps.
Defensive Contribution - While he has stamina to press, he lacks true defensive chops. Don’t expect interceptions or crunching tackles.
Physical Duels – His 83 strength* is decent, but against big CBs or DMFs, he can be bullied off the ball if you're not careful.
These are minor compared to his strengths, but they do matter, especially at his steep price point.
Conclusion
Eusébio da Silva Ferreira’s Icon card in EA FC 25 is a masterclass in versatility, explosiveness, and attacking quality. Whether you deploy him wide, centrally, or as a hybrid, he dominates with a level of polish that only a handful of cards can match. His combination of 5-star weak foot, elite shooting, insane pace, and rare playstyle plus traits make him one of the most complete attacking options in the game.
That said, the price tag of 6,250,000 coins is a hefty one. You’re not just buying a player you’re investing in a game-changer. But unless you’re sitting on a mountain of coins or are grinding 20-0 every Weekend League, his cost may put him out of reach.
Still, if you do get your hands on him, you’re guaranteed a player that can dominate FUT Champs, Rival grind sessions, or any mode you throw at him.
Final Rating: 8/10
Elite, explosive, and versatile but not quite flawless. It's worth it for those who can afford it.
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