Content: Evo's Are Back and The Problem With SBC's! #W32

FUT Weekly Podcast1h 5mMay 5, 2026

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In this week's content episode of the FUT Weekly Podcast, hosts Derek Ray and Josh Excels are joined by guest Taz from The Guide to dive into the latest developments in FIFA Ultimate Team. The discussion kicks off with a review of the latest Team of the Season (TOTS) players, highlighting standout performers like Alexander Pavlovich and Ibanez, whose surprisingly low prices have sparked debate over market valuation and the impact of Evolution (EVO) versions on pricing. The hosts explore the growing trend of players with elite playstyle pluses, particularly the 'quick step + jockey + bruiser' combo, and question whether the market is undervaluing certain defenders due to oversaturation of high-tier EVOs. A major theme is the shifting relevance of chemistry, with both hosts expressing skepticism about its current complexity and long-term viability, especially as TOTS cards now come with built-in chemistry boosts. The episode then shifts to SBCs (Squad Building Challenges), where the hosts critique their current state: while the rewards are tempting, the grindability has diminished due to high required ratings and low fodder availability, making purchasing more practical than grinding. The discussion also covers new EVOs like the Darwin Cup’s Versatile Defender and the Season Pass Roundout evolutions, which are praised for their powerful stat and playstyle boosts but criticized for restrictive caps. Finally, the hosts touch on the upcoming World Cup, noting its potential impact on player engagement and content strategy, while also offering mental health support resources through CalmZone.net.

Key Takeaways
1

Ibanez’s 100k price tag is puzzling given his elite stats and popularity, likely due to oversaturation of his EVO version.

2

SBCs are increasingly ungrindable due to high required ratings and low fodder volume, making purchases more practical than grinding.

3

The new Darwin Cup EVOs offer strong playstyle boosts but are limited by restrictive stat caps, reducing their overall value.

4

Chemistry is becoming less relevant as TOTS cards now come with built-in chemistry, reducing the need for complex squad building.

5

Season Pass evolutions like Defender Roundout and Attacker Roundout are overpowered, devaluing other evolution content.

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Chapters
0:00
2 min

Welcome & Introductions

Hosts Derek Ray and Josh Excels welcome listeners to week 32 of the FUT Weekly Podcast, introducing guest Taz from The Guide. The episode sets the tone with light banter about the weekend’s football results and the hosts’ personal experiences.

2:00
3 min

Pound for Pound Winner & TOTS Nominations

The hosts discuss last week’s pound for pound winner, with Taz surprising everyone by picking Jess Park for her versatility. They then nominate this week’s candidates, with Josh highlighting Alexander Pavlovich and Taz choosing Kukerea as a budget-friendly left-back option.

5:00
5 min

Market Pricing & EVO Impact

I don't get it. He's only 100k, but he's so fast and popular. It just feels like a glitch.

Highlight
10:00
5 min

Chemistry System Critique

It feels like we've made it a lot more complicated than it needs to be. It's like a puzzle game just trying to build a team.

Highlight
15:00
5 min

SBCs: Grinding vs. Buying

The whole system feels a little bit out of kilter at the moment.

Highlight
High-Impact Quotes
If you're having a few more downs than ups in real life in these more difficult times then please don't feel that you're alone.
Derek Ray61:29
Viral: 90.0
Vanessa Fidala is 1.4 million coins. That’s insane. It has to be a glitch.
Josh Excels29:00
Viral: 85.0
It feels like we've made it a lot more complicated than it needs to be. It's like a puzzle game just trying to build a team.
Josh Excels45:30
Viral: 80.0
Speakers

Hosts

Derek RayJosh Excels

Guest

Taz
Topics Discussed
Team of the Season Pricing90%Evolution System88%Chemistry Mechanics85%Squad Building Challenges82%Player Market Trends78%World Cup Impact70%Gameplay Meta65%Mental Health Awareness60%
People & Brands

Josh Excels

person

28xPositive

Taz

person

22xPositive

Ibanez

person

15xPositive

Derek Ray

person

12xPositive

Alexander Pavlovich

person

10xPositive

FC26

media

8xPositive

Season Pass

other

6xPositive

Darwin Cup

other

5xPositive

Vanessa Fidala

person

4xNeutral

The Guide

media

4xPositive

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