The Octopus Evolution Guide in EAFC 25: All You Need to Know

Upgrade your CDM with the Octopus Evolution in EAFC 25! Discover the best players, key boosts, and challenges to dominate your squad.

Octopus Evolution Guide in EAFC 25
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Are you ready to take your midfield to the next level in EAFC 25? Say hello to The Octopus Evolution, the first paid upgrade of this game cycle that’s stirring up the pitch in Ultimate Team. For 50,000 coins or 750 FC points, this upgrade isn’t just a game-changer—it’s a game evolution.

Designed specifically for those crafty CDMs, The Octopus pushes your player’s stats to new heights, with caps that make you strategize each move. Whether you’re about clinching that elusive win or just boosting your squad’s core, The Octopus Evolution is your midfield’s new best friend.

The Octopus Evolution Guide

Now, let’s get into the nitty-gritty of the Octopus Evolution. This evolution gives your CDMs significant upgrades that can boost your squad to the next level. It’s split into three levels, each offering some tasty boosts. But first, let’s talk about the basics.

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Requirements for the Octopus Evolution

Before you start, your player needs to meet specific requirements:

  • Overall rating: Max 81
  • Position: CDM (Central Defensive Midfielder)
  • Pace: Max 78
  • Defending: Max 80
  • Physicality: Max 78
  • Agility: Max 80
  • PlayStyles: Max 7

If your player fits the bill, they’re ready to evolve!

Best Players for the Evolution

Here are some of the best CDMs you can use:

  • Rodrigo Bentancur (81)
  • Jerdy Schouten (81)
  • Yves Bissouma (80)
  • Pepelu (80)
  • Ryan Gravenberch (78)
  • Renato Sanches (77)

These guys are perfect fits and will maximize the benefits of the evolution.

Key Boosts and Playstyles

The Octopus Evolution is all about enhancing pace, defending, and physicality. And, as you level up, new playstyles and roles are added to your player. Here’s what each level brings:

Level 1 Upgrades

  • Pace: +4
  • Defending: +3
  • Physicality: +2
  • PlayStyle: Intercept
  • Challenge: Win 1 match and play 2 matches in Rush, Rivals, or Squad Battles.

Level 2 Upgrades

  • Pace: +4
  • Defending: +2
  • Physicality: +3
  • PlayStyle: First Touch
  • Challenge: Win 2 matches and play 2 in Rivals.

Level 3 Upgrades

  • Pace: +4
  • Dribbling: +3
  • Defending: +3
  • Physicality: +3
  • Player Role: Holding
  • Challenge: Keep 1 clean sheet and play 2 matches in Rivals.

Each challenge must be completed on Semi-Pro difficulty or higher.

How to Complete the Evolution

To unlock each upgrade, you need to complete specific challenges in Rush, Rivals, or Squad Battles. Start by playing matches with your active EVO player, and progress through each level’s tasks.

And there you have it! By the time you hit level 3, your player will be rocking some serious stats and new roles. 


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