The Winter Wingback 2 Evolution has arrived in EA Sports FC 25 Ultimate Team, offering a fantastic opportunity to transform eligible defenders into their superior winter forms. This free-to-unlock event significantly boosts players' pace, shooting, passing, and physicality stats, creating dominant forces on the left flank. To access this evolution, players must select left backs that meet specific criteria: a maximum Overall Rating of 85, a maximum Pace stat of 93, no more than eight PlayStyles, and the player must be a left back. Once unlocked, completing six different challenges will finalize the evolution, granting a powerful new card for your Ultimate Team squad. This guide explores the best players to evolve, highlighting their enhanced capabilities and how they can strengthen your defensive line.

7. Antonee Robinson 🇺🇸

Evo Rating: 86 | Position: LB

The young American wingback, Antonee Robinson, represents a brilliant investment for the future. His evolution grants a major upgrade to his passing statistics, transforming him into a player capable of overlapping with ease and delivering precise crosses into the penalty area. Since joining Fulham in 2020, Robinson has consistently showcased outstanding defensive qualities. This winter version of his card allows you to utilize his enhanced width during counter-attacks, knowing he possesses the stamina and discipline to immediately track back and fulfill his defensive duties. He is a reliable, modern full-back option.

6. Wanderson 🇧🇷

Evo Rating: 86 | Position: LB

Wanderson Carvalho de Oliveira is the definition of a versatile wildcard. Primarily a left back, his unique profile allows him to be deployed effectively as a left midfielder, attacking midfielder, or even a striker—a rarity for a defender. His evolved winter card boasts impressive all-around stats, complemented by both attacking and defending PlayStyles. This combination makes him exceptionally dominant in his primary position. For managers seeking a flexible, well-rounded player who can influence the game at both ends of the pitch, Wanderson stands out as one of the best left-back options available through this evolution.

5. Maxim De Cuyper 🇧🇪

Evo Rating: 86 | Position: LB

Maxim De Cuyper is a hidden gem among young Belgian defenders. His evolved card features 80+ ratings in all major attributes, providing a solid and consistent foundation. His versatility is a key asset, as he is comfortable playing on either flank. De Cuyper is a true speedster, and when combined with his boosted attacking stats, he becomes a potent weapon for launching counter-attacks directly from the defensive line. He can carry the ball great distances and penetrate the opponent's final third. His stats, paired with effective PlayStyles, cement his status as one of the most promising young left backs with tremendous potential in FC 25.

4. Ola Aina 🇳🇬

Evo Rating: 86 | Position: RB (with LB Alternate)

Ola Aina presents a fascinating case. Naturally a right back, his card includes a left back alternate position, making him eligible for this evolution. This transforms him into a perfectly ambidextrous full-back, capable of covering either side of the defense with confidence. With experience at clubs like Chelsea, Torino, and Nottingham Forest, his evolved winter card is formidable. Key stats include 93 Pace, 85 Physicality, and 84 Defending. A standout feature is the Trivela PlayStyle+, which allows him to deliver devastating outside-foot passes and crosses, adding a unique offensive threat from deep areas.

3. Weston McKennie 🇺🇸

Evo Rating: 86 | Position: CDM (with LB Alternate)

Weston McKennie utilizes his left back alternate position to qualify for this defensive evolution. The American midfielder's core defending attributes are excellent, allowing him to provide robust support to the backline or slot directly into the left back role. His profile is that of a box-to-box powerhouse with explosive speed, adept passing, and confident dribbling. This skill set lets him surge from defense into the opponent's penalty area seamlessly. His Long Ball Pass PlayStyle is particularly useful, enabling him to switch play or deliver accurate, defense-splitting through balls that are extremely difficult for opponents to intercept.

2. James Milner 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Evo Rating: 86 | Position: CDM (with LB Alternate)

The evergreen James Milner is the epitome of versatility and durability. While his primary role is defensive midfielder, his well-rounded ability and physical presence make him a more than capable left back. His evolved winter card stats are remarkably balanced: 87 Pace, 85 Physicality, 85 Defending, and 85 Passing. He also possesses a four-star weak foot and skill moves rating. Milner comes loaded with a plethora of useful PlayStyles, including Long Ball Pass, Intercept, Slide Tackle, Press Proven, Relentless, and Jockey. This toolkit makes him an intelligent, tough, and technically sound option for any defensive situation.

1. Olga Carmona 🇪🇸

Evo Rating: 86 | Position: LB

Topping the list is Real Madrid's Olga Carmona, the standout choice for the Winter Wingback 2 Evolution. Her evolved card is arguably overpowered on the left flank. As a player for a top-tier club, she brings elite pedigree. Her background as a winger shines through in her attacking prowess; she can dribble past defenders and, with 77 Shooting, is a decent finisher inside the box. Conversely, deploying her in her natural left-back role allows you to fully utilize her enhanced defensive attributes. Carmona offers the complete package: blistering pace, technical skill, and defensive solidity, making her the premier pick to evolve and an automatic starter for any FC 25 Ultimate Team.