If you’re a fan of the EA Sports FC series, then you already know what time it is. Team of the Season (TOTS) is just around the corner, and this annual event is the most exciting, grind-heavy, and rewarding promo in the entire Ultimate Team calendar. With the best-performing players across various leagues receiving massive blue cards, it’s your chance to load up your dream squad and stack coins like never before.

In this EA FC 25 guide, we’ll break down everything you need to do to get ahead of the game. From voting deadlines to pack saving strategies, efficient SBC recycling, and leveraging Evolutions, this is your ultimate preparation roadmap for the biggest promotion of the year.

What Is Team Of The Season (TOTS) In FC 25?

Team of the Season is an annual celebration of the top-performing footballers across the globe. EA selects standout players from the world’s major men’s and women’s leagues and releases upgraded TOTS versions of them in Ultimate Team. These cards feature significant stat boosts, making them some of the best in the game.

Whether you're looking to strengthen your FUT squad or profit from the massive market fluctuations, TOTS is your time to shine.

How Does TOTS Voting Work?

Before any card drops, you get a say. EA Sports allows the community to vote on TOTS squads for multiple leagues. This year in FC 25, voting follows the same format as in past titles. Here's how you can vote:

How to Vote:

Visit the official EA Sports FC TOTS website when voting opens.

Choose your desired league (e.g., Premier League, Ligue 1, NWSL).

Drag and drop your selected players into a full starting XI.

Confirm your selections.

Accept the Terms & Conditions and hit “Submit Vote.”

TOTS Voting & Release Dates:

April 25: Ligue 1, Eredivisie, Arkema Premier League

May 2: EFL Combined, BWSL, Premier League

May 9: Bundesliga, Super Lig, Frauen Bundesliga

May 16: Serie A, Europe Select, NWSL

May 23: LaLiga, Liga Portugal, Liga F

May 30: Saudi Pro League, MLS, Rest of World

June 6: Ultimate TOTS

Your votes help decide which players receive these rare cards. So vote early and vote wisely.

Phase 1: Warm-Up Series – What to Expect?

Everything kicks off on April 18 with a TOTS Warm-Up promo and a new mini-event called Invincibles. Think of this as EA’s bait to drain your coins and players before the real madness begins.

You’ll likely see:

Daily SBCs for small pack rewards

Team of the Week upgrades (TOTW 89+ like Salah or Van Dijk)

Objective-based XP boosts and packs

Do not overspend during this phase. Save your valuable resources for the official TOTS drops beginning April 25 with the Community TOTS squad.

Phase 2: Pack Saving – Timing Is Everything

To maximize your chance of pulling a blue card, pack saving is essential. From now until your favorite league’s TOTS release, do not open any valuable packs.

Save These Pack Types:

Division Rivals & Champions Rewards

Squad Battles Packs

Daily SBC Rewards (especially 81+ or 85+ Player Picks)

Weekend League Player Picks (if applicable)

Pro Tip:

Open your saved packs only after your preferred league’s TOTS goes live. For example, if you’re eyeing Premier League TOTS players, wait until May 2 before opening.

Phase 3: League SBC Recycling & Pack Generation

The smartest grind during TOTS is League SBC recycling. This loop allows you to endlessly create packs without spending coins.

How to Grind League SBCs:

Clean Your Club – Use 81+ or 85+ Player Picks to generate fodder.

Recycle Duplicates – Feed dupes back into SBCs instead of discarding them.

Prioritize Major Leagues – Focus on leagues with upcoming TOTS drops.

Use Evolutions Players – These can contribute in SBCs and objectives.

League SBCs are your free pack factory. If you grind this daily, you’ll open 100+ packs by the time your targeted TOTS league drops.

Phase 4: Evolution Cards – Free Power Boosts

Evolutions are one of EA FC 25’s best new features. These allow you to upgrade players with new stats and traits for free. Use this time to evolve some versatile midfielders, speedy fullbacks, or underused attackers.

Best Evolution Tips:

Pick players from leagues with upcoming TOTS squads.

Complete daily/weekly Evolution challenges to unlock bonus rewards.

Don’t waste Evolutions on low-rated cards unless they're meta picks.

Evolutions are underrated prep tools. Some might even fit your TOTS-era squad as starters or subs.

Phase 5: SBC Planning – Avoid The Trap

EA will try to bait you with flashy SBCs during the Warm-Up and early TOTS period. Don’t fall for every card unless they’re must-haves.

What To Avoid:

Non-repeatable SBCs unless the reward fits your team

Overpriced ICON or Hero SBCs during early TOTS

Daily upgrades that cost 83+ squads without guaranteed profit

Instead, save high-rated fodder (83–87) and Team of the Week cards. Once league-specific SBCs drop, you'll be prepared.

Stock Up On Key Assets

You’ll need a healthy club for the TOTS grind. Here's what to focus on:

Team of the Week cards – For upgrade SBCs

83 to 87 rated fodder – For daily SBCs

Untradeable high-rated dupes – Recycle them smartly

Consumables & Contracts – To support long grinding sessions

Also, check Discords like AtmmoexpDiscord or Reddit for community giveaways. There are usually 4M+ coin giveaways around this time to hype up the event.

Final Prep Tips & Golden Rules

Save every 80+ pack until your targeted TOTS league is live.

Grind League SBCs daily using duplicate fodder.

Maximize Evolution and complete daily objectives.

Don’t fall for every flashy SBC – discipline wins TOTS.

Stay on top of TOTS voting to influence future cards.

With a strong prep plan, you can open 100+ packs, collect your favorite TOTS stars, and dominate the market with coin flips. Play smart and grind consistently—by the time Ultimate TOTS drops in June, you’ll be sitting on a stacked squad and a full coin purse.

Whether you're a grinder chasing EA FC 25 Coins, a collector hunting TOTS cards, or a competitive player climbing Weekend League, preparation is your key to success in EA FC 25’s Team of the Season. Don’t wait for it to start—get ready now.

Good luck out there, and may your first blue pull be a banger!