EA Sports has just dropped a major new Evolution in Ultimate Team for EA FC 25, and it's all about the flair and skill of Brazil! The World Tour Brazil Evolution is now live, perfectly timed with the ongoing Season 5, which has Brazil as its featured nation. This isn't just any free upgrade path, though—it's a premium EVO that requires an investment. Gamers need to shell out either 50,000 in-game coins or 350 FC Points to unlock this pathway to creating some truly monstrous Brazilian stars. But is it worth the price of admission? Let's dive into the Samba rhythm of this new Evolution and see which players can become absolute game-changers.

🔍 Who Can Get the Samba Upgrade? The EVO Requirements

First things first, not every Brazilian player in your club is eligible. EA has set some specific, and honestly, pretty interesting filters for this Evolution. To be considered, a player must meet the following criteria:

• Overall Rating: Maximum of 87.

• Passing Stat: Must be exactly 87. This is a unique and strict requirement!

• Physical Stat: Maximum of 93.

• Nationality: Must be from Brazil, obviously! 🇧🇷

• PlayStyles: Can have a maximum of 10 regular PlayStyles.

• PlayStyles+: Can have a maximum of one PlayStyle+ trait.

While the Passing: 87 requirement might seem oddly specific and restrictive, it actually creates a curated list of technically gifted players who are perfect for the upgrades on offer. It's like EA is saying, "We want playmakers here!" This filter ensures that the players who undergo this evolution are already masters of distribution before they get even better.

⚡ Top Picks: The Best Players for the Brazil EVO

So, which stars fit the bill and are worth evolving? The community has already identified some prime candidates that will become absolute terrors after the upgrades. Here are some of the most overpowered (OP) choices:

Player	Base Rating	Why They're a Great Pick
Raphinha	87	Already rapid and skilled, he'll become an unstoppable winger.
David Neres	87	A hidden gem with fantastic dribbling base stats.
Neymar	87	The king of flair gets even more trickster magic. A no-brainer!
Rodrygo	87	Young, agile, and his shooting will get a massive +6 boost.
Matheus Cunha	87	A versatile forward who will benefit hugely from the physical and dribbling boosts.
Gabriel Jesus	86	His agility and finishing will reach new heights with this EVO.

After the evolution, all these players will transform into elite attackers under the FC IQ system. Imagine a Neymar with even more dribbling and a new PlayStyle+... scary thought for defenders!

📈 What Do You Actually Get? The 3-Level Upgrade Path

This isn't a simple one-and-done upgrade. The World Tour Brazil Evolution features a three-level progression system, which is more complex than some recent EVOs like the Rigid Backbone. Each level packs a serious punch. Here’s the breakdown of the boosts you earn at each stage:

Level 1 Rewards:

• Pace +2 (Max 88)

• Shooting +6 (Max 87) 💥

• That's a huge shooting boost right off the bat!

Level 2 Rewards:

• Pace +2 (Max 88)

• Passing +6 (Max 89)

• Physical +5 (Max 85)

• Gains the First Touch PlayStyle

• Weak Foot +1 star (Max four-star)

• Skill Moves +2 star ⭐⭐

Level 3 Rewards (The Grand Finale!):

• Pace +1 (Max 88)

• Dribbling +9 (Max 89) 🎯

• Gains the PlayStyle+ Tiki Taka

• Gains the Flair PlayStyle

• Gains the PlayStyle+ Trickster

Yes, you read that correctly—TWO new PlayStyle+ traits: Tiki Taka and Trickster! This combination is insane for creative attackers and wingers, making them lethal in tight spaces and on the dribble.

🎮 How to Unlock It: The Challenges

Of course, you have to work for these amazing upgrades. The challenges need to be completed in Rush, Rivals, Champions, or Squad Battles. Remember, you must use your active EVO player in each match!

1. Level 1 Challenge: Play one match in any mode.

2. Level 1 Challenge: Win one match on minimum Semi-Pro difficulty.

3. Level 2 Challenge: Play four matches on minimum Semi-Pro difficulty.

4. Level 2 Challenge: Win one match on minimum Semi-Pro difficulty.

5. Level 3 Challenge: Play three matches on minimum Semi-Pro difficulty.

The challenges themselves are fairly standard and grindable, especially in Squad Battles. The real commitment is the initial coin or FC Point cost.

💎 Final Verdict: Is It Worth It?

So, should you spend your hard-earned 50,000 coins or 350 FC Points? For the right player—absolutely yes. The value here is tremendous. You're not just getting stat boosts; you are fundamentally changing a player's capabilities by adding two of the most impactful PlayStyle+ traits in the game. Turning a player like Neymar or Rodrygo into a 4-star weak foot, 5-star skill move maestro with PlayStyle+ Trickster is a game-changing move. The +9 Dribbling and +6 Shooting boosts are the cherry on top of an already overpowered cake.

If you have a favorite Brazilian attacker who meets the criteria, this Evolution is one of the best ways to create a truly unique and end-game-worthy card for your Ultimate Team squad in 2026. Just imagine that evolved card gleaming in your team sheet... it's time to bring the Carnival to the pitch! 🥳