Diego Maradona, the legendary Argentine footballer, has made a triumphant return to EA SPORTS FC™ 25’s Ultimate Team after a three-year absence due to legal disputes over his image rights. To celebrate his comeback, EA SPORTS is offering players a unique opportunity to add Maradona to their squads through a special Evolution called “Diego’s Dream.”
How to Obtain the Free Maradona Card
To secure the free 77-rated Maradona Player Item, players need to log into Football Ultimate Team™ between February 14 and March 14, 2025. Upon logging in, the Maradona card will be automatically added to your club.
Upgrading Maradona Through “Diego’s Dream” Evolution
The “Diego’s Dream” Evolution allows players to enhance Maradona’s stats and adapt his position to fit various playstyles. This Evolution is inspired by Maradona’s illustrious career, starting from his early days to his peak performance.
The Evolution progresses through multiple stages, each offering specific upgrades and playstyle enhancements. Below is a breakdown of the stages:
Based on the available information, here is a summary of Diego Maradona’s evolution paths in EA Sports FC 25 Ultimate Team:
| Evolution Path | Position(s) | Overall Rating | Key Attribute Increases | PlayStyles Added | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Player | CAM | 77 | – | – | Free upon login |
| Diego’s Dream I | CAM | 89 | Passing, Dribbling | Pinged Pass, Incisive Pass+ | Free |
| Diego’s Dream II | CAM, ST | 89 | Shooting, Physical | Relentless, Power Shot+ | Free |
| Diego’s Dream III | CAM, RW, RM, LW | 89 | Pace, Dribbling | Trivela, Technical+ | Free |
| El Pibe de Oro | CAM, ST, RW, RM, LW | 92 | All attributes | Quick Step, Finesse Shot+ | 500,000 coins or 1,000 FC Points |
Note: CAM = Central Attacking Midfielder, ST = Striker, RW = Right Winger.
Notes:
Base Player: Log into FUT between February 14 and March 14 to claim a free 77 OVR Maradona.
Diego’s Dream Evolutions: Each path enhances Maradona’s stats and adds specific PlayStyles. Choose based on your preferred playstyle and desired position.
El Pibe de Oro: This final evolution requires completing one of the Diego’s Dream paths and an additional investment of 500,000 coins or 1,000 FC Points to upgrade Maradona to a 92 OVR, further boosting his stats and adding premium PlayStyles.
Each evolution path offers unique position changes and playstyle enhancements, allowing players to tailor Maradona’s attributes to fit their team’s needs.
For a visual guide and further insights into choosing the best evolution path for Maradona, you might find this video helpful:
Important Considerations
Evolution Path Selection: Choose the Evolution path that best fits your team’s needs, as each path offers unique playstyle enhancements.
Avoiding Mistakes: Ensure you do not assign the free Maradona card to a cosmetic Evolution, as this will change the card’s rarity and prevent further upgrades through “Diego’s Dream.”
Time-Sensitive Offer: The free Maradona card and the “Diego’s Dream” Evolution are available only until March 14, 2025. Make sure to log in and complete the necessary objectives before this date to take full advantage of the offer.
By participating in this special event, players can experience the magic of Diego Maradona on the virtual pitch, elevating their Ultimate Team with one of football’s most iconic legends.