Octopus Evolution is one of the first paid events in EA Sports FC 25 Ultimate Team, and this evolution gives midfielders the abilities of legendary French midfielder Blaise Matuidi. Octopus Evolution improves players' pace, defense and physicality, and adds a CDM hold++ role to their card, making them a defensive force in the midfield position.

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Since this evolution cannot be completed for free, you will need to spend 500k coins or 750 FC points to upgrade these midfielder cards. Player requirements for this evo are max 81 overall, max 78 pace, max 80 defense, max 78 physical, max seven play styles, and max 80 agility.
7 Renato Sanchez
- Evo rating: 82
- Club: SL Benfica
Renato Junior Luz Sanchez, a powerful Portuguese, gets a big defensive boost over his default card stats, and he can do some damage in midfield. The versatile player can also play centrally and his ability can help him keep the area under control.
His card attributes are 84 Physical, 83 Pace, 83 Dribbling, 80 Passing, 79 Defense and 70 Shooting. Another great area on his card is his four star skill and poor foot accuracy, improving his dribbling and play when shooting or passing the ball.
6 Tyler Adams
- Evo rating: 82
- Club: AFC Bournemouth
The first Premier League player to receive an evolved card in this evolution is Tyler Shane Adams, and his defensive stats make him a superb midfielder to sign for your squad. Adams' defensive card has excellent defense and physical attributes that he can use to overpower and contain opponents.
His advanced card stats are 83 Pace, 50 Shooting, 71 Passing, 75 Dribbling, 83 Defense, 82 Physical, Three Star Skills, and a weak Three Star Foot Accuracy. His relentless playstyle reduces fatigue loss, which he always uses to keep up with his opponents.
5 Matt O'Reilly
- Evo rating: 84
- Club: Brighton & Hove Albion
Another Premier League player with a deployed card is Matthew Sean O'Reilly and this card costs 500k coins to get. His attacking and defensive characteristics are so great that he can play as a central midfielder, attacking midfielder or defensive midfielder and still get a great match rating.
O'Reilly scored 18 goals in 37 appearances for Celtic last season, a rare feat for a midfielder. After completing various tests, you will receive his development card with 84 physical attributes, 83 passing, 81 pace, 77 shooting, 75 defending, four skill stars and four weak foot accuracy stars.
4 Pope Matar Sar
- Evo rating: 84
- Club: Spurs
Pape Matar Sarr is one of Spurs' young talents and his development card is much better than his main card rating. The youngster has huge potential and if nurtured correctly will become one of the best midfielders in the game.

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Sarr's improved card stats: 83 physical, 78 passing, 82 pace, 81 dribbling, 65 shooting, 83 defending, two star move skills and three star weak foot accuracy. His interception style of play increases his chances of keeping possession, making his card stand out from the rest.
3 Kobi Mainu
- Evo rating: 82
- Club: Manchester United
Manchester United's prodigy, Koby Boateng Mainu, is a prolific goalscorer who can drive the ball forward and weave his way past opponents with ease. His primary position is central midfielder, but his advanced stats allow him to play as an attacking midfielder or defensive midfielder.
He is also excellent on the ball and he is able to make the right choices in difficult situations. Getting this card will affect the strength of your team's midfield and rest assured that your midfield is in good hands. His card style of play is a fine shot, long pass, controlled pressing and relentlessness.
2 Hephren Thuram
- Evo rating: 83
- Club: Juventus
Hefren Thuram-Hollien is Juventus' latest signing and he's a great midfielder to sign in Ultimate Team. He gets a diverse card in Octopus Evolution and you can also use him as a defensive midfielder. His card has great tempo and defense that he uses to keep up with opponents.
His advanced card stats are 84 Physical, 83 Defense, 83 Pace, 81 Dribbling, 80 Passing, 71 Shooting, three skill stars and a weak three star foot accuracy. The playstyles that go with his card are ping-passing, press-tested and relentless.
1 Yves Bissum
- Evo rating: 85
- Club: Spurs
Yves Bissuma is the highest ranked player in Octopus Evolution and his card stats are well rounded. The only downside to his card is a roll of 67, which he won't need much. The evolution improves his defense and physical attributes, which can be compared to one of the best defenders in the game.
His good stats after evolution are 84 physical, 84 dribbling, 83 defending, 83 pace, 78 passing, 67 shooting, four star skills and three star weak foot accuracy. His style of play allows him to create precise fancy passes and shots.

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