FC 26 FUT Champs Format, Qualification & Rewards Fully Explained
Are you a champion?
Weekend League, or FUT Champions, is back in EA Sports FC 26 — and for most Ultimate Team players, it’s the highlight of the week. It’s the ultimate competition where squads are tested, and the biggest rewards in the game — including packs, coins, and exclusive player items — are up for grabs.
Whether you’re a veteran or just starting out in FUT Champs, this guide will walk you through how to qualify, how the Finals work, and what rewards you can earn, including the official start date for this year’s event.
🗓 FUT Champs Start Date in FC 26
The first FUT Champs weekend of the year kicks off on Friday, 3rd October 2025. This gives players an extra week to qualify for the event — or two weeks if you own the Ultimate Edition.
Unlike previous years, you can earn qualification points for FUT Champs even while another weekend’s event is ongoing. This gives players more flexibility and ensures no one misses out just because of overlapping matches.
🎯 How to Qualify for FUT Champs
To enter FUT Champs, you must complete two requirements:
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Reach Division 6 in Rivals
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Rivals is the main competitive mode outside of FUT Champs. By climbing to Division 6, you meet the first qualifying condition.
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Earn 1,000 Champions Qualification Points
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Points are earned by playing Rivals matches, with wins giving more points than draws or losses.
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Most players who reach Division 6 will be close to the 1,000-point mark, making qualification a natural step.
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Once both requirements are met, you can spend your points to secure a spot in the weekend’s FUT Champs event.
⚡ Key Change in FC 26: The Play-Off phase from FC 25 has been removed. Now, players qualify directly, meaning fewer matches and less grind.
🏆 FUT Champs Finals Format
The Finals are where FUT Champs truly comes alive:
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15 matches per weekend: Every player has 15 matches to complete.
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Win = 1 point: Each victory adds a point to your total, which determines your rank.
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Ranks & tiers: At the top is Elite I (15 wins), and at the bottom is Contender V (1 win).
This shorter, streamlined format makes it easier to participate and keeps the weekend competitive but manageable.
FUT Champs Rewards
Rewards are tiered based on your performance. Higher ranks give bigger packs, Cornerstones Guarantee Packs, TOTW items, and more coins.
Elite Ranks (11–15 Wins)
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Elite I (15 wins): Multiple 84+ and 88+ Rare Gold Players Packs, TOTW Pack, x2 Cornerstones Guarantee Packs, 85,000 Coins.
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Elite II–V (14–11 wins): Packs slightly smaller, coins from 65,000 down to 30,000.
Champion Ranks (6–10 Wins)
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Packs include 80+ to 83+ Rare Gold Player bundles.
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Max 87 Cornerstones Guarantee Packs appear in these tiers.
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Coins: 25,000 → 11,000.
Contender Ranks (1–5 Wins)
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Packs mostly 75–80+ Rare Gold Players.
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Coins: 9,000 → 2,000.
FC 26 FUT Champs Ranks & Rewards Table
⚽ Why FUT Champs Matters in FC 26
FUT Champs isn’t just about rewards. It’s where you truly test your squad, sharpen your skills, and compete against some of the best Ultimate Team players.
With the new streamlined format, direct qualification, and a clear start date on 3rd October 2025, it’s easier than ever to get involved, enjoy the competitive weekend, and build a stronger team for the season.
No matter what rank you achieve, every win contributes to improving your Ultimate Team — making FUT Champs a must-play event every week.
