The FUTTIES Blueprint Evolution in EA SPORTS FC 26 offers a rare free path from an attacking midfielder to a 98-rated striker, and both stages are currently live. Rather than grinding through heavy objectives or spending serious coins, players can take a CAM card, run it through seven single-match levels across two parts, and finish with a forward carrying Finesse Shot+, Low Driven Shot+, Rapid+, and Incisive Pass+.

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Because the evolution is split into two parts, checking base card ratings before starting is essential. For Part 1, the chosen player must be a CAM with overall 96 or lower, have at most five total positions, and carry no more than ten PlayStyles or four PlayStyle+ traits. Part 2 accepts only the card evolved through Part 1, and it must be exactly 97 overall with the FUTTIES Evo rarity. A card that finishes Part 1 at 96 or 98 will simply not qualify, which makes selecting the right base rating a decisive early step.

Part 1 requirements:

  • Overall: Max 96

  • Total Positions: Max 5

  • PlayStyle: Max 10

  • PlayStyle+: Max 4

  • Position: CAM

Part 2 requirements:

  • Overall: Exactly 97

  • PlayStyle: Max 10

  • PlayStyle+: Max 4

  • Rarity: FUTTIES Evo

  • Not Position: GK

Important: Your card must be exactly 97 overall to enter Part 2. If your Part 1 card ends up at a different rating, it will not qualify, so double-check the base card's overall before you start.

Completing the Evolution is intentionally low-effort. Each of the seven levels unlocks after one match in Squad Battles on Semi-Pro difficulty or higher, or in any Rush, Rivals, Champions, or Live Events game while the EVO player is active. That means all completions can be chained in a single session with a rotating squad. The finished card lands at 98 overall, and because each level only requires one match, the grind is minimal compared with most end-of-cycle upgrades.

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The entry requirement locks players to a CAM with a 96 overall ceiling, so the sweet spot is finding a card with solid base stats and minimal wasted PlayStyle slots. After running through the options, a few standout picks emerge because their base profiles carry cleanly into the final striker role.

Player Version Why It Works
Ronaldinho Trophy Titans One of the cleanest fits; technical base stats transition very well into the final ST profile.
Gakpo PTG A strong budget-friendly option with pace foundations that benefit directly from the Rapid+ unlock.
Messi Time Warp Dribbling and passing base stats make the Part 2 passing upgrades feel natural rather than tacked on.
Gullit WTSS The physical profile gets a meaningful boost from the Part 2 Physical +30 upgrade.
Zidane Trophy Titans Composure and positioning align well with the finishing-focused Level 3 upgrades.
Ginola Joga Bonito Agility and balance are already strong, so Level 5 pushes those attributes into elite territory.
Maradona WTSS The dribbling ceiling makes this one of the more complete finished cards available.
Vicky Lopez UWCL Winners A solid option for players who want a female athlete in the ST slot.
Luis Suarez Time Warp Base finishing works well with the Shot Power and Volleys upgrades at Level 3.

There are also several high-tier alternatives that require a chemistry chain to meet the CAM position requirement. Charlton Ultimate Birthday Icon, Mastantuono Showdown, Cruyff Winter Wildcards, and Henry Winter Wildcards are all worth considering if the necessary links already exist in the squad. These cards can become exceptionally strong after the evolution, but they demand more planning around team chemistry before the position switch takes effect.

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One caution stands out above the rest. The position change to ST becomes permanent after Level 1, so a card currently filling a key chemistry role should not be committed without a clear replacement plan. The Blueprint Evolution may be free, but undoing the effects of a poorly timed position switch is not possible once the first part is completed.

The real hook of the Blueprint Evo is the CAM-to-ST conversion. Most evolutions keep a player in their original position, so getting a repositioned card with elite attacking PlayStyles out of a free upgrade is genuinely good value. Once the evolution is complete, the card converts to a FUTTIES item and gains access to customizable PlayStyles, adding flexibility that matters a great deal during the late stage of the game cycle.

For anyone building out a broader FUTTIES squad, several companion upgrades work well alongside this one. The Perfect 10 Evolution covers the CAM slot specifically, while the Strike Force Is Back Evolution is the obvious partner for striker-heavy attacks. Wide players can be handled through the Pink Heritage Evolution, which focuses on LW and LM options. With the Blueprint Evolution free, the match requirements minimal, and the finished card reaching 98 overall with a genuinely usable PlayStyle loadout, the only real mistake is letting it expire without using it.