FC 26 Ultimate Team just dropped the new summer promo Festival of Football: Glory Hunters. This event celebrates active players and Icons who popped off during international knockout stages.
There is a ton of content to play through and the rewards are juiced. This guide gives you a full breakdown of the event.
PlayStyle Lab
This is easily the best part of the promo. Every Glory Hunters card starts with zero PlayStyles or PlayStyle+. You can complete objectives and Evolutions to customize their PlayStyles based on what your squad needs.
Showdown Upgrades
All new Showdown cards start with 3 PlayStyle+. If their national team wins and advances in real life, they get a +2 OVR boost and unlock a fourth PlayStyle+.
Journey of Nations
This Journey of Nations focuses on Europe and South America. Clear all the objectives for both regions to secure the ultimate reward: Journey of Nations Diego Maradona.
Spot Kick Specialist
This is a new limited time mode that skips straight to the penalty shootout. The shot ring is way faster than regular matches, testing your timing and precision under pressure. Since games are super short, it is perfect for grinding objectives fast.
Crafting SBC and New EVOLUTIONS
Glory Hunters will constantly refresh SBCs with great rewards. If you have tons of low rated fodder in your club, use this event to trade them for high rated packs.
EA also dropped custom evolution paths based on iconic tournament moments like late winners, midfield masterclasses, and insane saves.
How to Max Out Glory Hunters Rewards Fast
Player selection for your penalty takers and goalie in Spot Kick Specialist is key. Your top taker should have the highest penalty stat or the Dead Ball PlayStyle, like Messi or Pirlo.For your goalie, run someone with high agility, long reach, and fast reflexes to lock down the net.
If it's too sweaty and you get objectives that only require goals instead of wins, you can just trade goals with your opponent. Pull your goalie away at kickoff to give them a freebie. If they know the vibe, they'll give you one right back. It's the fastest way for both sides to clear objectives.
