Road to the Knockouts is HERE!

Summary

In this video, Nate discusses the global launch of FIFA 25 and the start of the Road to The Knockouts promo, featuring Jude Bellingham's upgraded card. He reviews yesterday's content, including an SBC and objectives, and predicts today's market impact. Nate advises selling cards before the content drop and speculates on potential SBCs and objectives. He also anticipates new Rush mode objectives and discusses the market strategy for the new promo, suggesting that icons and heroes are safer investments.

Takeaways

• 🔥 Today marks the global launch of FIFA 25 and the start of the Road to The Knockouts promo.
• 📈 EA has confirmed significant stat upgrades for live Road to Knockout cards, including Jude Bellingham's card jumping from 90 to 91 overall with substantial boosts.
• 🎯 The upgrade path for these cards involves winning three league matches out of eight and scoring in four different matches to earn +1 overall and other potential upgrades.
• 🏟️ The promo includes various leagues such as Champions League, Europa League, and Women's Champions League, each with their own set of cards.
• 💰 The market experienced a rise in card prices after Division Rivals rewards, presenting an opportune time for buying and selling.
• 📉 It's advised to sell cards before the content drop as the market is expected to fluctuate significantly with the influx of new cards.
• 🆕 Leaks suggest an SBC for a Liverpool player and possibly additional SBCs or objectives over the weekend.
• 🎉 The promo is anticipated to include new Rush mode objectives, which could reset and offer different challenges.
• 🛒 EA is expected to release numerous store packs, some possibly with high value or guarantees, which will impact the market as they get opened.
• ⏰ Timing is crucial for market transactions; waiting for the right moment post-content drop could yield better prices for buying top-tier players.

Q & A

What is the significance of the global launch day for FIFA 25?

The global launch day for FIFA 25 marks the beginning of the first promo of the year, 'Road to the Knockouts', which introduces new features, content, and player cards with significant stat upgrades.

What does the 'Road to the Knockouts' promo entail?

The 'Road to the Knockouts' promo includes special player cards that can be upgraded based on real-life performances in UEFA Champions League matches, with objectives, SBCs, evolutions, and potentially a new Rush mode.

What was the mistake in the Marquee Matchups SBC mentioned in the script?

The mistake was that the SBC initially referred to 'Liverpool' instead of 'Spurs', which was later corrected without any compensation for the error.

What are the objectives that players can complete for rewards in the early access period?

Players can complete objectives such as the 'Early Access Mystery Nations' objective for a coin boost and a Premium Gold players pack, and weekly objectives for additional rewards.

How did the market perform the day before the global launch?

The market experienced a rise in prices for many cards after the Division Rivals rewards were distributed, providing an opportune time for players to buy and sell cards.

What is the strategy for selling cards before the global launch day?

It's recommended to sell cards before the content drop on the global launch day to avoid the market volatility that will follow the release of new player cards and promotions.

What is the expected impact of the 'Road to the Knockouts' promo on the market?

The promo is expected to cause a significant market fluctuation due to the introduction of new player cards that can be upgraded, leading to potential price drops for current cards as players sell to afford new ones.

What is the expected pack weight for the new 'Road to the Knockouts' cards?

The pack weight is not expected to be very good, meaning that the chances of obtaining high-rated or upgraded player cards will likely be low.

What is the role of the 'Rush mode' in FIFA 25?

Rush mode is a popular game mode that is expected to receive new objectives and potentially allow the use of Evolution cards, adding variety and new challenges for players.

What advice is given for investing in player cards during the 'Road to the Knockouts' promo?

Investing in player cards during the promo should be approached with caution, focusing on high-rated or meta-relevant cards, and being prepared for market fluctuations due to the release of new cards.