Quick answer (TL;DR): The Zlatan Ibrahimović 98 FUTTIES Icon SBC in EA FC 26 costs roughly 205,000–225,000 coins across 5 themed segments (each a Min. 90-rated squad needing at least one TOTW/TOTS/FOF/FUTTIES special). The card is untradeable and expires September 13, 2026. Verdict: worth it only if you already have SBC fodder stockpiled and want a fun end-of-cycle striker. With FC 27 landing in roughly 3–4 weeks, spending 200k+ from scratch on a card you'll use for under a month is poor value for most players — save the coins or evolve a cheaper striker instead. Do it cheaply from your club, not by buying every player.
Zlatan is back, and this time he's a 98-rated FUTTIES Icon — one of the loudest SBC drops of the entire FUTTIES-to-Rewind endgame. He looks incredible on paper: 99 Physical, 98 Shooting, 5-star skills, 5-star weak foot. But the community reaction has been split, and at 200,000+ coins this close to a new title, "he's a 98" is not the same as "he's worth it." This guide breaks down the exact cost, every requirement, and a clear decision on whether to build him or bank your coins for FC 27.
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What is the Zlatan Ibrahimović FUTTIES Icon in EA FC 26?
The Zlatan FUTTIES Icon is a 98-overall striker released on August 23, 2026 as part of the FUTTIES endgame celebration. EA Sports leans hard into his legend on the official FC 26 Icons page, describing him as "a conqueror of world football… a 2013 Puskás Award winner for an audacious bicycle kick against England, he's collected league titles in the Netherlands, Italy, Spain, and France."
On the pitch, the card is a target-man dream with elite finishing and freakish physicality. Here are the headline numbers:
| Attribute | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall | 98 (ST) |
| Pace | 94 |
| Shooting | 98 |
| Passing | 92 |
| Dribbling | 96 |
| Defending | 54 |
| Physical | 99 |
| Skill Moves | 5★ |
| Weak Foot | 5★ |
Under the hood it's even scarier: 99 Shot Power, 99 Strength, 99 Jumping, 99 Stamina, 98 Finishing, 98 Heading Accuracy, and 98 Reactions, plus a stacked PlayStyles+ set including Power Shot, Finesse Shot, Incisive Pass, Tiki Taka, First Touch, Press Proven and Bruiser. He's a genuine 6'5" wrecking ball who can also drop into CM, CAM, RW or LW thanks to his role versatility.
The catch: this version is untradeable and only available via SBC. A separate challenge earns a 5-Match Loan version if you want to test-drive him before committing.
How much does the Zlatan FUTTIES Icon SBC cost?
The SBC is built from 5 themed segments, each a nod to a chapter of Zlatan's career. Every segment needs a minimum 90-rated squad and (in most cases) at least one TOTW/TOTS/FOF/FUTTIES special player. Based on live fodder prices during the FUTTIES/Rewind window, here's the approximate cost per segment:
| Segment | Theme | Key requirement | Approx. cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Les Parisiens | PSG | Min. 1 Paris SG + 1 special, 90 rated | ~48,750 |
| Blågult | Sweden | Min. 1 Sweden + 1 special, 90 rated | ~45,750 |
| League Legend | Ligue 1 | Min. 1 Ligue 1 + 1 special, 90 rated | ~45,000 |
| League Finesse | Serie A | Min. 1 Serie A + 1 special, 90 rated | ~33,750 |
| Top-notch | — | Min. 1 special, 90 rated | ~37,750 |
| Total | ~211,000 coins |
Buying every player fresh off the market lands you around 205,000–225,000 coins depending on the day and platform. If you complete it entirely from fodder already in your club — leftover FUTTIES cards, untradeable specials, duplicate golds — the real coin cost drops dramatically, often to under 60,000 coins in "top-up" fodder. That gap is the entire "worth it" question.
For context, our 94+ GOTG/FUTTIES Icon & Hero Pick SBC guide runs 130,000–155,000 coins and lets you choose your Icon — worth comparing before you lock into a single player.
Is the Zlatan FUTTIES Icon SBC worth it?
Here's the honest verdict, because the card being a 98 does not make it an automatic yes.
Rating: 6.5/10 for endgame players with fodder. 3/10 if you're buying it from scratch.
The math is brutal this late in the cycle. FC 27 releases in roughly 3–4 weeks, which means every coin you sink here buys you under a month of use before your entire club resets. Paying 200,000+ coins for an untradeable card with a ~30-day shelf life is exactly the kind of end-of-cycle trap that drains a club right before you need coins most.
There's also a real "you might already have better" problem. Many players have spent the FUTTIES cycle evolving cheaper Zlatan cards and other strikers. As one player on r/EASportsFC put it, they'd rather "evo one of his lower cards to better stats in two games" than grind a 200k SBC — and another noted their evolved 95 Zlatan is "way better than this one." If you've been evo-farming, this card may be a sidegrade, not an upgrade.
So the decision comes down to two things: do you already have the fodder, and will you actually enjoy him for a few weeks? If both are yes, ~211k of untradeable fodder you were never going to sell is a fun, low-regret luxury. If you'd be buying players, skip it.
How does the Zlatan FUTTIES Icon actually play?
On paper he's a nightmare matchup, and in-game he mostly delivers as a classic target man. The 99 Strength and 99 Jumping mean he wins nearly every physical duel and aerial ball, so long balls, crosses and knock-downs become a genuine tactic — rare in a meta obsessed with pace. His 98 Shooting with 99 Shot Power and the Power Shot PlayStyle+ turns half-chances into goals, and 5-star skills plus a 5-star weak foot let him finish from either side and pull off flair he has no business attempting at 6'5".
The honest weakness is mobility. At 94 Pace he's quick for a big man but not a burner, and his 54 Defending means he offers nothing pressing from the front. He's best as a poacher or target forward in a possession side that feeds him service, not a lone striker asked to chase lost causes. If your playstyle is drag-back-and-sprint meta football, a rapid small striker will still suit you better — another reason the "worth it" call is so personal.
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Who should build Zlatan — and who should skip him?
Build him if:
- You're an endgame player with a pile of untradeable FUTTIES/Rewind fodder and 90+ specials sitting idle.
- You want a fun target-man ST for Rivals, Rush and casual Champions in the final weeks — 99 PHY and 98 SHO make him a menace.
- You've already spent to a completed club and coins have nothing better to do before FC 27.
Skip him if:
- You'd have to buy most of the fodder (205k+ from scratch is not worth ~30 days).
- You're saving for FC 27 — early packs, pre-orders and day-one SBCs will want every coin. See our spend or save coins before FC 27 guide.
- You already run an evolved striker that matches or beats these stats.
- You're grinding for competitive rewards, where a slightly better meta ST won't move your rank as much as FUT Champions performance will.
How do you complete the Zlatan SBC cheaply?
If you've decided he's worth it, do not brute-force it by buying 90-rated squads at market. Complete it the smart way:
- Use untradeable fodder first. Every FUTTIES, Rewind, TOTS and TOTW special sitting in your club counts toward the "1 special" requirement at zero coin cost.
- Hit the exact league/nation with one card. Each segment only needs one PSG / Sweden / Ligue 1 / Serie A player — fill the rest with any 90-rated fodder. Don't overpay for a full themed squad.
- Farm 84–86 fodder during off-peak hours. Base gold and low-rated specials are cheapest overnight; a typical 84–85 card trades for 1,500–2,500 coins. Our grind SBC fodder fast without a softban guide covers the safe pace.
- Top up the coin gap safely. If you're short on fodder and still want him, buying coins is faster than grinding — just use a rate that won't put your account at risk.
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Should you save your coins for FC 27 instead?
For most players, yes. FC 27's early-access window historically drops the most profitable SBCs and pack windows of the year, and coins carry more value when the market is fresh and prices are volatile. A 98 Zlatan is a shiny toy for the last three weeks of FC 26 — but a healthy coin balance on FC 27 launch day compounds into a far stronger club.
The exception is the completionist endgame player who has nothing left to buy and a club full of idle fodder. For everyone else, banking coins now beats a one-month luxury striker. If you're on the fence, read our full end-of-cycle coin strategy before you commit.
FAQ
How much does the Zlatan FUTTIES Icon SBC cost in EA FC 26? Roughly 205,000–225,000 coins if you buy the fodder fresh, spread across 5 segments (~211,000 on an average day). Completing it from untradeable fodder already in your club can cut the real cost to under 60,000 coins in top-ups.
When does the Zlatan FUTTIES Icon SBC expire? The SBC expires on September 13, 2026 — about three weeks of availability from its August 23 release. After that the card is gone for good.
Is the Zlatan FUTTIES Icon tradeable? No. The SBC version is untradeable, so you can't sell him or recoup coins later. A separate challenge grants a 5-Match Loan version if you want to try him before building the full card.
Is Zlatan worth it this close to FC 27? Only if you complete it mostly from existing fodder. Paying 200k+ from scratch for a card with a ~30-day shelf life before FC 27 is poor value — most players should save their coins for the new title.
What position and stats does the Zlatan FUTTIES Icon have? He's a 98-rated striker with 94 Pace, 98 Shooting, 92 Passing, 96 Dribbling, 54 Defending and 99 Physical, plus 5-star skills and a 5-star weak foot. Standout sub-stats include 99 Shot Power, 99 Strength and 98 Finishing.
Can I use Zlatan in other positions? Yes — his role versatility covers ST, CM, CAM, RW and LW, though his stat spread and PlayStyles+ are built for a physical target-man striker.
