Time: 2025-10-27
The moment FC 26 players have been waiting for has arrived - Jordi Alba's Era-Ending Squad Building Challenge is now live! Priced at just over 200,000 coins, this legendary left-back brings exceptional value to your Ultimate Team. Let's break down why this card might be your best investment this season.
Card Overview & Key Stats
Alba's Era-Ending card features Tiki-Taka as his gold playstyle - the ultimate passing trait - plus the added Through Pass silver playstyle that his gold card lacks. While he doesn't have the Trivela silver playstyle, his overall package more than makes up for it.
With blistering pace, exceptional dribbling agility, and a surprising 85 shooting, Alba represents the complete modern full-back package. His 94 stamina ensures he'll dominate the entire flank from start to finish.
Gameplay Performance
In defense, Alba holds his own with the Jockey and Block silver playstyles. While he's not an impenetrable wall against physical attackers, he's more than capable in most defensive situations. His real value, however, shines in attack.
Compared to other left-back options, Alba stands tall. Theo Hernandez lost his Relentless playstyle, Mendy has been repeatedly nerfed, leaving Mendes as the only real competition - but with 24 fewer shooting points than Alba.
The Tiki-Taka gold playstyle makes Alba viable even in midfield or winger positions. His excellent dribbling and finishing create natural progression opportunities, while his defensive awareness ensures he's not a liability when tracking back.
Chemistry & Value
Alba's chemistry links are nothing short of incredible - Legendary + Hero + Club. If you've completed the Sergio Busquets SBC, you have two cards that combine competitive quality, collectible value, and chemical flexibility in one package.
At just over 200,000 coins for a legendary full-back with premium nationality, this represents outstanding value. Whether you're building a La Liga squad or need strong links to Spanish players, Alba delivers.
For players looking to complete this SBC quickly, you can safely buy FC 26 coins and players through MMOMAX to build your ultimate squad without the grind.
Final Verdict
Complete this SBC immediately! This could be your left-back until Team of the Year. Among recent SBC releases, my personal ranking puts Alba equal with Busquets, both far superior to Pogba's CDM version.
If you're running an Evolution Mendez card, you'll find Alba outperforms him significantly. Don't miss this opportunity to add a potentially end-game full-back to your squad at a very reasonable price.