EA SPORTS FC 25 Team of the Week 23: In Deep Dive!

The battle for a place in EA SPORTS FC 25’s Team of the Week (TOTW) grows fiercer as the season reaches its climax.

Week 23 highlights a dazzling mix of established stars and emerging talents from leagues across the globe, with upgraded player cards reflecting their real-world heroics.

From clinical strikers to rock-solid defenders, this TOTW is a treasure trove for Ultimate Team builders. Let’s dive into the standout performers!

Goalkeeper

• Ederson (89 OVR): Manchester City’s Brazilian goalkeeper Ederson secures his spot with an 89-rated card after another week of commanding performances.

Defensive Wall

This week’s backline blends defensive mastery and tactical flexibility:

• Jonathan Tah (88 OVR): The German center-back’s dominance in Leverkusen’s unbeaten Bundesliga run earns him an 88-rated CB card, featuring towering strength and interception prowess.
• Jorrel Hato (87 OVR): The 18-year-old Dutch sensation continues to defy expectations, earning an 87-rated CB card for his maturity and composure in Ajax’s rebuild.
• Pascal Struijk (87 OVR): Leeds’ Dutch defensive pillar gets an 87-rated CB card after marshalling his side’s promotion push with crucial tackles and leadership.
• Gabriel Cléùr (85 OVR): The Brazilian full-back’s contributions in the UAE Pro League earn him a versatile 85-rated RB card, perfect for hybrid squads.

Midfield Masterclass

The midfield lineup is packed with flair and grit:

• Mikel Merino (87 OVR ): The Spanish maestro’s box-to-box brilliance in La Liga secures an 87-rated CM card, highlighting his passing range and defensive work rate.
• Cesinha (87 OVR): The Brazilian playmaker dazzled in South Korea’s K-League, earning an 87-rated CAM card for his dribbling and goal contributions.
• Nabil Bentaleb (85 OVR): The Algerian midfielder’s resurgence continues with an 85-rated CM card, reflecting his tireless energy and precise distribution.
• Marc Roca (85 OVR): The Spaniard’s anchoring role for Betis earns him an 85-rated CDM card, ideal for controlling the tempo.

Attacking Prowess

EA SPORTS FC 25 TOTW 23’s forward line is a dream for attackers:

• Kadidiatou Diani (90 OVR): The French superstar claims the highest-rated card this week (90 OVR RW) after terrorizing defenses in Ligue 1 with her pace, power, and clinical finishing.
• Khadija “Bunny” Shaw (88 OVR): The Jamaican striker’s record-breaking WSL season is rewarded with an 88-rated ST card, boasting lethal shooting and physicality.
• Lineth Beerensteyn (88 OVR): The Dutch forward’s creativity and goals in Serie A Femminile earn her an 88-rated LW card, perfect for cutting inside.
• Takumi Minamino (87 OVR): The Japanese winger’s resurgence continues with an 87-rated RW card, blending agility and pinpoint crosses.

Don’t overlook rising stars like Yankuba Minteh (85 OVR), whose explosive pace as an 85-rated ST makes him a super-sub, or Assane Diao Diaoune (85 OVR), Senegal’s dynamic 85-rated RW lighting up Belgium.

Global Spotlight

EA SPORTS FC 25 TOTW 23 celebrates football’s diversity with under-the-radar heroes:

• Georgios Masouras (85 OVR): The Greek winger’s clutch performances in Europe earn a rapid 85-rated RW card.
• Ianis Stoica (85 OVR): Romania’s rising star shines with an 85-rated ST card after prolific displays in Liga I.
• Francisco Conceição (85 OVR): The Portuguese dribble wizard secures an 85-rated RW card for tormenting Primeira Liga defenses.
• Juanlu Sánchez (85 OVR): The Spanish speedster’s La Liga contributions land him an 85-rated RW card.

Final Whistle

EA SPORTS FC 25 TOTW 23 is a celebration of football’s global reach, blending household names like Ederson and Diani with rising talents like Hato and Minteh. Whether you’re building a hybrid squad or chasing meta upgrades, these cards offer pace, power, and precision. With women’s football stars like Shaw and James (Chelsea’s 88-rated RW) included, EA SPORTS continues to bridge the gender gap in gaming.

Available now in Ultimate Team packs, these upgrades capture the magic of a week where heroes emerged worldwide. Will your squad rise to the challenge?

EA SPORTS FC 25 remains the ultimate fusion of virtual and real-world football, honoring players who inspire on and off the pitch. Stay tuned as the season’s drama unfolds!