Best strikers to buy in EA FC 25 Ultimate Team
EA SPORTS / DexertoIf you’re looking to be competitive in EA FC 25 modes like Division Rivals and FUT Champs, you’ll need one of the best strikers in your team to get you the goals.
Once you’ve got your custom tactics and Player Roles in order, all that’s left to do is fill your Ultimate Team with the best players. While defenders and midfielders are crucial, if you haven’t got anyone up front to put the ball in the net, you’ll be quickly punished by the opposition.
With this in mind, here are the best strikers in EA FC 25 Ultimate Team, from the highest-rated to the meta picks.
Highest-rated strikers (ST) in Ultimate Team
| RANK | PLAYER | VERSION | RATING |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ronaldo | Icon | 94 |
| 2 | Mia Hamm | Icon | 93 |
| 3 | Erling Haaland | POTM | 92 |
| 4 | Birgit Prinz | Icon | 92 |
| 5 | Ferenc Puskás | Icon | 92 |
| 6 | Gerd Müller | Icon | 92 |
| 7 | Harry Kane | UCL RTTK | 91 |
| 8 | Eusébio | Icon | 91 |
| 9 | Kylian Mbappé | Gold | 91 |
| 10 | Marco van Basten | Icon | 91 |
| 11 | Thierry Henry | Icon | 91 |
| 12 | Julián Álvarez | UCL RTTK | 90 |
| 13 | Lautaro Martínez | TOTW | 90 |
| 14 | Raúl | Icon | 90 |
| 15 | Dennis Bergkamp | Icon | 90 |
| 16 | Sam Kerr | Gold | 90 |
| 17 | Lotta Schelin | Icon | 90 |
| 18 | Samuel Eto’o | Icon | 89 |
| 19 | Fernando Morientes | Hero | 89 |
| 20 | Sophia Smith | Gold | 89 |
Our recommendations
- Ronaldo
- Erling Haaland
- Kylian Mbappe
If you want to add the highest rated EA FC 25 striker to your team, Ronaldo is the only option. The all time great Brazilian is a 94 rated ST with 94 Pace, Shooting and Dribbling. These insane stats, Quick Step+, and Advanced Forward++ mean that this rare card is easily the best striker in the game. Not many players will be able to afford him, but those that can should make getting Ronaldo a priority.
While still expensive, Manchester City’s Erling Haaland is a much more affordable option yet still one of the best physical strikers you can buy. The profilic forward is one of the very few cards in the game that can out duel the like of Maldini and Van Dijk. He also has 89 Pace and 93 Shooting, a combination that makes him lethal in front of goal. Be it his normal card or his POTM, Haaland is a top tier ST.
If you want a more technical player, consider buying Kylian Mbappe instead. He is the best Gold card, with a staggering 97 Pace, as well as 92 Shooting and Dribbling. He also possesses a wide range of meta PlayStyles like Quick Step+, Finesse Shot, Rapid, and Trivela. Add in 5* Skills and a very long list of meta links, and it’s clear why Mbappe is so popular among pro players.
Meta strikers (ST)
| PLAYER | CLUB | VERSION | RATING |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ronaldo | Icon | Icon | 94 |
| Mia Hamm | Icon | Icon | 93 |
| Ferenc Puskas | Icon | Icon | 92 |
| Erling Haaland | Manchester City | POTM | 92 |
| Kylian Mbappe | Real Madrid | Gold | 91 |
| Julian Alvarez | Atletico Madrid | UCL RTTK | 90 |
| Lotta Schelin | Icon | Icon | 90 |
| Sophia Smith | Portland Thorns | Gold | 89 |
| Antoine Griezmann | Athletico Madrid | Gold | 88 |
| Antonio Di Natale | Serie A | Hero | 88 |
| Ewa Pajor | FC Barcelona | TOTW | 88 |
| Heung Min Son | Spurs | TOTW | 88 |
| Alexander Isak | Newcastle United | Gold | 85 |
| Saeed Al Owairan | Saudi Pro League | Hero | 85 |
| Lois Openda | RB Leipzig | Gold | 85 |
Our recommendations
- Antoine Griezmann
- Antonio Di Natale
- Lois Openda
Just because a player has a high rating doesn’t necessarily mean they’ll be good in Ultimate Team. While the likes of Karry Kane and Sam Kerr are great for SBCs, their in-game stats don’t translate as well to the fast-paced action of EA FC 25.
In contrast, Antoine Griezmann might not be as highly rated as those two, but he is a far better player. The Atletico Madrid striker makes up for his lower pace by having 88 Shooting, 87 Passing, and 89 Dribbling. This makes him one of the most complete forwards in the game, and his meta PlayStyles, including Finesse Shot+, Trivela, and Technical, only further cement that status.
If you have coins to spend, Antonio Di Natale is an even better option. He has a lot in common with Griezmann, but offers way more Pace, can play LW, and will always have maximum chemistry as he is a Hero. Of course, these benefits come at a premium, but Di Natale is so good that he gives Ronaldo and Mia Hamm serious competition, and those cards cost multiple times more than him.
For a far cheaper option, there’s also Lois Openda, who has emerged as a popular pick in many squads already. He’s lightning-fast and easy to fit into most teams, with Belgium, Bundesliga, and Leipzig all having top players. He feels good on the ball too and has really solid shooting, especially with a Hawk chemistry style equipped.
To make your Ultimate Team as complete as possible, be sure to check out the best goalkeepers, best defenders, best central midfielders, and best wingers in EA FC 25. By using all of our guides you’ll be able to create a side that will dominate everything from Squad Battles to FUT Champs.