It is fun to build an Everton Past and Present squad in EA FC 26 Ultimate Team, especially if you enjoy mixing legends with the club’s current stars. Everton might not be fighting for trophies these days, but their history is full of many iconic players like Wayne Rooney and Samuel Eto’o who’ve worn their colors. Think of these names playing alongside today's stars like Jordan Pickford and Jarrad Branthwaite.
Even if you’re not an Everton supporter, I’d still say this squad is worth trying. It gives you a proper Premier League hybrid that works efficiently on the pitch and gives you power, creativity, along a touch of nostalgia.
Best EA FC 26 formation and tactics for the Everton Past and Present squad
The 4-4-1-1 (2) formation fits this team perfectly, as it allows you to play like classic Everton, which is known for being organized and quick on the break. You won’t have fancy tiki-taka style football here, but you’ll get a team that presses well and hits fast when it matters.
Formation: 4-4-1-1 (2)
Build-Up Style: Balanced
Defensive Approach: High
Line Height: 60
Player Roles and Focuses:
- GK: Goalkeeper (Defend)
- LB: Fullback (Balanced)
- LCB: Ball-Playing Defender (Defend)
- RCB: Defender (Defend)
- RB: Attacking Wingback (Support)
- LM: Wide Playmaker (Build-Up)
- LCM: Box-to-Box (Ball-Winning)
- RCM: Playmaker (Attack)
- RM: Inside Forward (Attack)
- CAM: Shadow Striker (Attack)
- ST: Advanced Forward (Attack)
Everton Past and Present squad cost in Ultimate Team
The following starting XI will cost you around 4.72 million FC coins. After all, the lineup is a mix of Icons, Heroes, and current stars, who bring a great balance and flair to the pitch. You’ve got Rooney and Cahill bringing leadership and fight, while Ginola and Kelly add creativity and width.
Position | Name | Overall Rating | Card Quality | Price (FC Coins) |
GK | Jordan Pickford | 85 | Cornerstone | 20,500 |
LB | Sara Holmgaard | 80 | TOTW | 10,800 |
LCB | Alex Greenwood | 84 | Rare Gold | 1,400 |
RCB | John Stones | 82 | Common Gold | 800 |
RB | Lucy Bronze | 88 | Ratings Reload | 129,000 |
LM | David Ginola | 89 | Hero | 1,800,000 |
LCM | Tim Cahill | 85 | Hero | 14,800 |
RCM | Fara Williams | 86 | Hero | 44,800 |
RM | Chloe Kelly | 87 | Rare Gold | 14,500 |
CAM | Wayne Rooney | 88 | Icon | 700,000 |
ST | Samuel Eto’o | 89 | Icon | 2,100,000 |
The bench costs about 217,000 coins, but has quality players that are capable of replacing starters in a match. Legendary players like Donovan and Lineker would give you that extra attacking boost, while Park and Egurrola are great for tightening the midfield when subbed on.
Position | Alt. Position(s) | Name | Overall Rating | Card Quality | Price (FC Coins) |
ST | — | Gary Lineker | 89 | Icon | 92,000 |
CAM | RM, ST | Landon Donovan | 86 | Hero | 55,500 |
GK | — | Tim Howard | 85 | Hero | 80,000 |
ST | RM, CM, RW | Jess Park | 84 | TOTW | 11,750 |
CM | CDM, CAM | Damaris Egurrola | 84 | Rare Gold | 1,400 |
ST | CAM | Ademola Lookman | 84 | Rare Gold | 1,400 |
LW | LM, RW | Anthony Gordon | 83 | Rare Gold | 900 |
LB | LM | Antonee Robinson | 82 | Rare Gold | 1,100 |
ST | LM, LW | Joshua King | 80 | TOTW | 10,750 |
CB | — | James Tarkowski | 80 | Common Gold | 400 |
CB | RB, CM | Nathalie Björn | 79 | Rare Gold | 700 |
CB | — | Jarrad Branthwaite | 79 | Rare Gold | 400 |
The entire Everton Past and Present squad has a price of around 4.9 million FC coins. At the end of the day, this squad captures everything Everton stands for, like tradition, resilience, and flair. It’s not just a theme squad but a strong, competitive, and fun team to play with in Ultimate Team.
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