October 07, 2025
EA Sports FC 26: Cheapest 90+ Players to Buy in Ultimate Team (Budget Guide) High-rated, low-cost cards you can actually afford—plus quick tips to stretch your coins
Looking for true top-tier ratings without the whale prices? These 90+ OVR options are consistently among the best-value upgrades in FC 26 Ultimate Team. Prices fluctuate by platform and time of day, so treat the ranges below as ballpark guidance—not guarantees.
💡 Why Hunt 90+ Bargains?
- Instant power spike: Even budget 90s can transform your back line or attack.
- Chemistry anchors: Icons and meta league stars simplify hybrid builds.
- Tradable liquidity: High-rated golds are easy to move when promos shake the market.
🏅 Cheapest 90+ Players (UT)
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Birgit Prinz (ICON, ST, 92 OVR) — ~162k–210k Clinical finishing (92 SHO), strong frame (5'10"), and excellent all-around striker play. 83 PAC isn’t blazing, but timing and positioning make up for it. Great German links, shockingly friendly for an ICON.
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Bobby Moore (ICON, CB, 90 OVR) — ~180k–208k Defensive IQ (92 DEF) and elite positioning at a bargain ICON price. The catch? 70 PAC and 5'10" height mean he thrives in deeper lines with pace beside him.
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Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool, CB, 90 OVR) — ~140k–146k Dominant in the box with 90 DEF and top-tier physicals. Not the fastest, but his reach, strength, and auto-blocks shine—especially in Premier League builds.
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Harry Kane (TOTW, ST, 90 OVR) — ~140k–148k Special-card firepower without the premium tax. 70 PAC keeps the price tame, but aerials and shooting are monstrous—perfect for crosses and set-piece heavy playstyles.
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Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid, CAM/CM, 90 OVR) — ~130k–134k A complete midfielder with no glaring weaknesses, 4★/4★, and Relentless+ for constant engine-like output. Slot him at CAM/CM and watch your transitions smooth out.
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Erling Haaland (Man City, ST, 90 OVR) — ~100k–110k A lab-built finisher at 6'5" with 91 SHO. Pure menace in the box. Price stays sane thanks to pace balance and a TOTW alternative siphoning demand.
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Rodri (Man City, CDM/CM, 90 OVR) — ~32k–34k The cheapest 90 in the game right now. 65 PAC keeps him budget-tier, but as a shield in a double pivot he’s gold—distributes cleanly and locks lanes for pennies.
⚠️ Prices move with promos, SBCs, and pack supply. Use these as targets, not absolutes.
🧭 How to Buy Smart (and Sell Smarter)
- Snipe off-peak: Late-night/early-morning hours often yield cheaper Buy Nows.
- Watch promos: New packs increase supply → temporary dips on elite golds and Icons.
- Chemistry matters: A “slower” 90 that perfectly links your squad can outperform a pricier mismatch.
- Flip around events: TOTW drops, weekend league windows, and big SBCs shift markets—time your sales.
✅ Final Thoughts
You don’t need millions to play at a high level. Targeting value 90+ OVRs—Prinz up top, VVD at the back, Bellingham/ Rodri in midfield—can stabilize your squad while you save for flashier upgrades. Build smart links, buy at the right times, and let these bargains do the heavy lifting.