After numerous promotions offering a wide variety of upgrades and content, EA Sports FC 25 has finally released the biggest promo yet: Team of the Year (TOTY). This event celebrates the most influential and outstanding players in the game, allowing them to shine with the highest ratings and stats.
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As with previous iterations, players had the chance to pick the standout performers from the Men’s and Women’s teams during the TOTY vote. Each squad, consisting of 11 players plus a 12th additional one, is included in the game as special TOTY Player Items. Here’s a rundown on what you need to know about EA FC 25’s TOTY, including the winners.
Updated on January 26, 2025, by Max Candelarezi: Following the conclusion of the TOTY voting period on January 12, 2025, EA Sports has officially announced the Team of the Year winners for both the Men’s and Women’s categories. The results of the 12th Player vote, which wrapped up on January 18, have also been shared. Here's a comprehensive rundown on all the information pertaining to this exciting promo, including the TOTY12th Players, Honorable Mentions, and Icon additions, allowing players to better engage with and plan their gameplay strategy.
All EA FC 25 TOTY Winners
After the EA FC 25 community cast their votes for the Team of the Year XI squad, the 24 selected players, representing both Men’s and Women’s categories, were officially released. This announcement showcases the athletes chosen to be part of this prestigious lineup, celebrating their exceptional performance.
Here’s the complete list of the TOTY Men’s and Women’s winners:
EA FC 25 Men's TOTY Winners
- Emiliano Martinez (Aston Villa) – Goalkeeper
- Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool) – Defender (CB)
- William Saliba (Arsenal) – Defender (CB)
- Dani Carvajal (Real Madrid) – Defender (RB)
- Alejandro Grimaldo (Bayer Leverkusen) – Defender (LB)
- Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid) – Midfielder (CAM)
- Rodri (Manchester City) – Midfielder (CDM)
- Cole Palmer (Chelsea) – Midfielder (CAM)
- Vinicius Junior (Real Madrid) – Attacker (LW)
- Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) – Attacker (RW)
- Kylian Mbappe (Real Madrid) – Attacker (ST)
EA FC 25 Women’s TOTY Winners
- Ann-Katrin Berger (Gotham FC) – Goalkeeper
- Wendie Renard (Lyon) – Defender (CB)
- Irene Paredes (FC Barcelona) – Defender (CB)
- Lucy Bronze (Chelsea) – Defender (RB)
- Sakina Karchaoui (Paris Saint-Germain) – Defender (LB)
- Aitana Bonmati (FC Barcelona) – Midfielder (CM)
- Alexia Putellas (FC Barcelona) – Midfielder (CM)
- Guro Reiten (Chelsea) – Midfielder (LM)
- Caroline Graham Hansen (FC Barcelona) – Attacker (RW)
- Sophia Smith (Portland Thorns) – Attacker (ST)
- Lauren James (Chelsea) – Attacker (RW)
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EA FC 25 TOTY 12th Player Winners
EA introduced a community vote for the 12th Team of the Year (TOTY) player in EA FC 25, allowing for two standout players who narrowly missed the starting XI to join the lineup. This voting concluded on January 18, 2025, crowing Al Nassr's Christiano Ronaldo as the Men’s 12th Player and Manchester City’s Khadija Shaw as the Women’s 12th Player, highlighting their exceptional performances and popularity among fans.
All EA FC 25 TOTY Honourable Mentions
While only 12 players are fortunate enough to secure a spot in the EA FC 25 Team of the Year (TOTY), the promo also shines a spotlight on those who delivered exceptional performances throughout the season by including them in the Honourable Mentions. These players receive significant stat boosts, offering additional options for players looking to strengthen their squads with high-quality additions.
Here’s the complete list of FC 25 TOTY Honourable Mentions:
- Erling Haaland (Manchester City) – Attacker (ST)
- Lionel Messi (Inter Miami) – Attacker (RW)
- Florian Wirtz (Bayern Leverkusen) – Midfielder (CAM)
- Federico Valverde (Real Madrid) – Midfielder (CM)
- Lindsey Horan (Olympique Lyon) – Midfielder (CM)
- Antonio Rudiger (Real Madrid) – Defender (CB)
- Jeremie Frimpong (Bayern Leverkusen) – Midfielder (RM)
- Jamal Musiala (Bayern Munich) – Midfielder (CAM)
- Nico Williams (Atletico Bilbao) – Midfielder (LM)
- Mike Maignan (AC Milan) – Goalkeeper
- Giulia Gwinn (Bayern Munich) – Defender (RB)
- Phil Foden (Manchester City) – Attacker (RW)
- Lautaro Martinez (Inter Milan) – Attacker (ST)
- Salma Paralluelo (FC Barcelona) – Attacker (LW)
- Marquinhos (PSG) – Midfielder (CM)
All EA FC 25 TOTY Icons
To expand the already star-studded Team of the Year (TOTY) roster, EA FC 25 introduces TOTY Icons, allowing players to acquire some of the most legendary figures in football history. These icons have been pivotal for their clubs and national teams, earning them a place among the game’s elite. With upgraded stats, they stand out as some of the most formidable options in the game, further enhancing the excitement around the TOTY promo.
Here's a look at all the TOTY Icons available in EA FC 25:
- Pele – Midfielder (CAM)
- Puskas – Attacker (ST)
- Henry – Defender (RB)
- Miyama – Midfielder (LM)
- Roberto Carlos – Defender (LB)
- Eusebio – Attacker (ST)
- Cantona – Attacker (ST)
- Cannavaro – Defender (CB)
- Koeman – Defender (CB)
- Cafu – Defender (RB)
- Abily – Midfielder (CM)
- Bale – Attacker (ST)
- Casillas – Goalkeeper
- Zinedine Zidane – Midfielder (CM)
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EA FC 25 Team Of The Year Promo End Date
The complete Team of the Year (TOTY) promo for EA FC 25 – including the XI squad, Honorable Mentions, Icons, and 12th Players – was officially launched on January 23, 2025, and will remain active until January 31, 2025. Similar to previous installments, players have the opportunity to find TOTY players in store packs or occasionally throughout SBCs.
These TOTY players boast exceptional stats and can significantly enhance your squad, but their rarity makes pulling one from a pack a challenging feat, requiring a good dose of luck. Despite the odds, securing even one TOTY player can dramatically elevate your team’s overall performance and competitiveness.
EA FC 25 TOTY Promo, Explained
The Team of the Year promo brings two teams of 11 players — one male and one female — chosen by fans during the TOTY vote. These 24 winners are introduced into the game as player items, each featuring a distinct blue design with gold accents. These items offer substantial boosts to their in-game stats and ratings, positioning them among the best players in the game for top-tier competition.
EA Sports offers an additional 12th player, both male and female, to give recognition to a standout player who missed the starting XI. In addition, the game often features a TOTY Icons team, composed of football legends.
All these special items will become available through in-store packs, including some via Squad Building Challenges, allowing players to add a high-value TOTY player to their squad. Alternatively, they can sell the player and use the profits to enhance their team. TOTY players are generally among the most expensive and sought-after in the game, making them rare and prestigious assets to own.
EA Sports FC 25
- Released
- September 27, 2024
WHERE TO PLAY
- Developer(s)
- EA Canada, EA Romania
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC
- Genre(s)
- Sports
- OpenCritic Rating
- Strong
