As an avid EA FC 25 Ultimate Team player, I was buzzing when I saw the new Carney Chukwuemeka Fantasy FC objective drop. It's not every day you get a chance to snag a boosted, 88-rated version of a promising young talent like Chukwuemeka for free. I mean, his regular silver card just sits in my club collecting dust, but this Fantasy FC version? That's a whole different ball game. The 21-year-old English midfielder, currently on loan at Borussia Dortmund from Chelsea, has been given the special treatment in this promo, and honestly, grinding for him has been one of the most rewarding experiences in the game lately.

🎯 The Objectives Breakdown: Your Roadmap to Chukwuemeka

So, let's get down to business. How do you actually get this card? EA has laid out a series of six objectives, and while it requires some dedication, none of them are outrageously difficult. Here's my personal take on each one:

1. Win One: This is the freebie. Just win a single match in any Ultimate Team game mode. Easy peasy. I knocked this out in a quick Squad Battles match.

2. Win Three: Win three matches with at least one Fantasy FC player in your starting lineup. A gentle nudge to get you involved in the promo. If you don't have one yet, the objective rewards will help you out!

3. Bundesliga Bullseye: Score six goals using Bundesliga players. This is where you might need to tweak your squad a bit. I threw a couple of Bundesliga strikers on my bench and subbed them on in Rivals matches.

4. English Playmaker: Assist three goals with English players. Similar idea, but for creators. Perfect if you already use players like Kane or Bellingham.

5. Rivals 10: Play 10 Rivals matches with at least two Bundesliga players in your starting eleven. This one's about the grind. Just play your normal Rivals games, but remember to slot in those two Bundesliga guys.

6. Squad Battles 10: Play 10 Squad Battles matches on at least Semi-Pro difficulty, again with two Bundesliga starters. I used this as my chill, podcast-listening grind session.

🎁 Sweet, Sweet Rewards (Beyond Just Chukwuemeka)

Here's the kicker—you're not just working towards one card. Each objective you complete showers you with untradeable packs. And let me tell you, in 2026, these packs are no joke for building your squad. The chance to pull more Fantasy FC cards? Yes, please!

Objective Completed	Reward You Get	My Thoughts
Win One	Ridle Baku Fantasy FC Loan (10 matches)	A nice little teaser to try out the promo. Useful for the "Win Three" objective!
Win Three	82+ Rated x5 Players Pack (Untradeable)	Solid starter pack. Fingers crossed for a high-rated duplicate for SBCs.
Bundesliga Bullseye	82+ Rated x7 Players Pack (Untradeable)	More fodder, more chances. I actually packed an 85 from this one!
English Playmaker	83+ Rated x5 Players Pack (Untradeable)	The quality is starting to ramp up. Very useful.
Rivals 10	84+ Rated x4 Players Pack (Untradeable)	Now we're talking! High-rated fodder is gold for completing other SBCs.
Squad Battles 10	84+ Rated x4 Players Pack (Untradeable)	Same as above. Two of these packs make the grind totally worth it.

Completing all six finally unlocks the main prize: Carney Chukwuemeka's 88-rated Fantasy FC card. And the best part? This card has dynamic potential! Its rating can increase based on Borussia Dortmund's real-life performances over the next ten matches. It's like having a live investment in your club.

⚽ Is The Card Actually Any Good? Let's Talk Stats.

Okay, so we've got him. But how does he play? I've used him for a couple of divisions now, and here's my honest review.

First, the PlayStyles+ are what make or break a card these days. Chukwuemeka comes with Long Ball Pass+. It's... interesting. Those driven, lofted through balls are absolutely pinpoint. If you love switching play from deep or launching counters, this trait is a cheat code. He also comes with a great supporting cast of regular PlayStyles:

• Power Shot (for those long-range bangers)

• Pinged Pass (crisp ground passes)

• Technical (silkier dribbling)

• Flair (for the unexpected)

• First Touch (crucial for midfielders)

Now, some folks in the community are saying, "He should've gotten Technical+ or Pinged Pass+ to be a perfect CAM." And yeah, I see their point. But honestly? For a free card, you can't complain. His attributes are fantastic for an 88-rated CM:

• Dribbling: 93 - He feels smooth on the ball, turns quickly.

• Passing: 89 - With Long Ball Pass+, his passing range is elite.

• Pace & Shooting are in the low 80s, which is more than serviceable for a central midfielder.

He's not the meta-breaking, must-have player, but he's incredibly effective and fun to use. I've been slotting him in as a box-to-box CM in a 4-3-2-1, and he does a bit of everything. The card has soul, you know?

💎 Final Verdict: Is the Grind Worth It?

In my book, absolutely, 100% yes. Here’s why:

• It's FREE. In an era where top cards are locked behind massive SBCs or lottery packs, a guaranteed, boostable 88-rated card for just playing the game is a gift.

• The journey is rewarding. You're not just grinding for one card. You're earning a ton of valuable packs along the way that will undoubtedly improve your overall club.

• He's a fantastic squad player. Even if he doesn't break into your main starting eleven, he's a top-tier option for your bench, for first-owner objectives, or for Bundesliga/English themed teams. And if Dortmund goes on a win streak? That rating could climb even higher.

So, if you're on the fence about starting this objective, just go for it. Fire up those Squad Battles, jump into Rivals, and enjoy the process. The pack rewards alone make it worthwhile, and Carney Chukwuemeka himself is a more than capable addition to any team. Sometimes, the best things in Ultimate Team don't cost coins—they just require a little time and effort. And this, my friends, is one of those times. Happy grinding!