How to Complete the Yan Diomande Future Stars SBC in EA FC 26

Yan Diomande’s Future Stars card transforms the 19-year-old RB Leipzig winger into an 88-rated midfielder with elite pace and shooting attributes. The Squad Building Challenge requires four separate squad submissions and costs roughly 78,750 coins on console or 84,750 coins on PC. You have until February 9, 2026 to complete it.

Quick answer: Submit four squads meeting specific rating and Team of the Week requirements, spending approximately 76,000–85,000 coins total depending on your platform and existing club fodder.

Future Stars Diomande card attributes

The Future Stars version dramatically upgrades Diomande’s base 66-rated gold card. His pace jumps to 92 overall, with 90 acceleration and 94 sprint speed making him one of the faster midfielders available. Shooting reaches 88, and the card maintains strong dribbling and passing stats suitable for central midfield or wide attacking roles. At 181cm with a right-footed preference, he offers positional flexibility across LM, RM, ST, and LW.

SBC requirements breakdown

Four distinct challenges must be completed. Each requires submitting a full squad that meets specific criteria, and every challenge demands at least one Team of the Week player.

Challenge	Rating	Special Requirements	Estimated Cost
83-Rated Squad	83	Min. 1 TOTW player	17,500–18,500
Bundesliga	84	Min. 1 Bundesliga player	10,250–12,250
Top Form	84	Min. 1 TOTW player	21,500–25,000
85-Rated Squad	85	Min. 1 TOTW player	29,000–29,500

Four distinct challenges must be completed | Image credit: *EA (via YouTube/@UniqueRiggers)*

Cheapest solution approach

Start with the 83-rated squad. Purchase an 86-rated TOTW card for around 13,000 coins. Add one 84-rated rare gold player at approximately 850 coins, then fill the remaining nine slots with 82-rated rare golds at roughly 400 coins each.

For the Bundesliga challenge, pick up ten 84-rated rare gold players at 850 coins apiece. Ensure at least one comes from the Bundesliga—players like Alaba typically satisfy this cheaply. Add one 79-rated card at around 350 coins to complete the squad.

The Top Form challenge requires another 84-rated squad with a TOTW player. Buy an 86-rated TOTW card for 13,000 coins, six 84-rated rare golds at 850 coins each, and four 82-rated rare golds at 400 coins each.

The final 85-rated squad demands the highest investment. Purchase an 85-rated TOTW card for approximately 15,000 coins, one 87-rated rare gold for around 5,500 coins, and nine 84-rated rare golds at 850 coins each.

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Pack rewards from each challenge

Completing all four challenges returns several packs that offset a portion of your investment. You receive a Small Electrum Players Pack, two Premium Gold Packs, and a Premium Mixed Players Pack. The combined estimated value sits around 9,500 coins, though actual returns depend on pack luck.

Is the Diomande SBC worth completing?

The Future Stars Diomande card fits squads needing a pacey, well-rounded midfielder capable of both defensive work and attacking contributions. His 92 pace and 88 shooting make him effective in central midfield roles where quick transitions matter. The Bundesliga and Ivorian links provide chemistry options with popular players like Musiala or other Bundesliga attackers.

At roughly 70,000–75,000 coins after pack returns, the card represents reasonable value for an 88-rated Future Stars item with strong meta-relevant attributes. Players building Bundesliga hybrids or needing a versatile midfielder should prioritize completing this before the February 9 deadline. The non-repeatable nature means you get one shot, so check your club for existing fodder before buying from the market.