The FC 26 leak suggests a new two-track system:

Elite Path – Reserved for FC 26 Coins top-tier competitors, this version of FUT Champs will keep the difficult matchmaking and rich rewards, appealing to pros and hardcore players.

Casual Path – A lower-intensity version, this bracket would feature more forgiving matchmaking, fewer game requirements, and scaled-back rewards.

The goal is to open FUT Champs to a wider player base without compromising the integrity of the elite scene. This tiered system could help boost participation, retention, and, inevitably, revenue—as more players will stay invested in the game’s loop and likely spend more on microtransactions.

A Win for Creativity and Inclusivity

These leaked changes could dramatically reshape Ultimate Team’s ecosystem, especially for those who feel left out of the current reward structure. Tournaments, in particular, could reignite excitement for players who miss the thrill of weekly objectives with high-value incentives.

The weekly rotation and squad restrictions also introduce something EA’s Ultimate Team has often lacked—variety and novelty in team building. With new team-building challenges every week, players would be rewarded for flexibility and experimentation, instead of rigidly chasing the same overpowered meta.

Meanwhile, the revamped FUT Champs structure lowers the bar to entry without lowering the bar for rewards too much. Even if the prizes for casual players are less valuable, the simple act of participating and winning a few matches could become an enjoyable routine rather than cheap FC 26 Coins a stress-inducing grind.