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EAFC 25 Rivals matchmaking reportedly broken as players face unfair matches and Elite division opponents in lower ranks.
Division Rivals in EAFC 25 has become a hot topic of discussion as players report widespread matchmaking issues that could potentially affect their progression through divisions. The controversy comes at a crucial time when players are actively pursuing Mode Mastery tokens in Ultimate Team, making the matchmaking problems particularly frustrating for the community.
The situation has escalated as numerous players share their experiences of facing opponents from significantly higher divisions, specifically during promotion opportunities and winning streaks. With EA Sports recently adjusting the weekly rewards system and introducing Mode Mastery tokens, these matchmaking irregularities have become more noticeable and problematic for players trying to climb the divisional ladder.
Understanding the EAFC 25 Rivals Matchmaking Issue
Players across various divisions report encountering opponents from higher ranks, despite the game’s matchmaking system supposedly restricting matches to players within the same division. Most notably, several Division 2 players have reported facing Elite Division opponents, creating an unfair competitive environment.
The issue becomes particularly evident when players are on the verge of promotion or during extended winning streaks. Many users have taken to messaging their opponents post-match, confirming instances where they were indeed matched with players from higher divisions.
Impact on Mode Mastery and Weekly Rewards
The timing of these matchmaking problems couldn’t be worse, as EA recently introduced Mode Mastery tokens to Ultimate Team. These tokens offer valuable rewards for division progression, making fair matchmaking more crucial than ever. Players now face the additional challenge of competing against higher-ranked opponents while trying to earn these new rewards.
Community Response and Potential Solutions
Content creators and community members have actively documented these matchmaking irregularities. Twitter user @kimpembro shared evidence of Division 2 players facing Elite Division opponents, sparking widespread discussion about the matchmaking system’s reliability.
Some players suggest the increased difficulty might be psychological, stemming from the pressure to earn Mode Mastery tokens. However, the growing number of confirmed cross-division matches indicates a deeper technical issue that needs addressing. Here are some more fans noticing something off with the matchmaking system in EAFC 25 Division Rivals:
Had someone message me about this the other day (@Nufc_ac) saying he was playing elite players in Div 2 and messaged them to confirm
— Kimpembro (@Kimpembro) December 2, 2024
Either the matchmaking is broken, or EA are intentionally making games harder & easier? I dunno that one doesnt make sense, because it just gives… https://t.co/i1Wu7yXqbP
(Source: x.com/@Kimpembro)
🚨~ Matchmaking is BROKEN in #EAFC25 rivals…
— FTD – EAFC Trader/Creator (@fut_trader_D) December 4, 2024
I saw some other people do this so I decided to ask my last opponent what division he was.
Beating in mind I’ve barely played so still in Div 3, one win away from Div 2.
My opponent was Div 1 and just got promoted to ELITE🙃 pic.twitter.com/xOKtYB2dxH
(Source: x.com/@fut_trader_D)
I finished 12-3 in Champs last weekend.
— Zwë 🍟 (@ZwebackHD) December 4, 2024
I have 28K points in Squid Battles (Elite 1).
I played 13 games in Div 3 last night and won two games. There's something wrong with this mode. 😠
(Source: x.com/@ZwebackHD)
Genuine question.
— Matt Craig (@MattHDGamer) December 4, 2024
Is Rivals match making broken?
I swear I’m playing Elite players in Division 3 😅
(Source: x.com/@MattHDGamer)
Played 2 games in Division 4 on rivals, lost both, messaged both.. 1 was in Division 1 and 1 was in division 2 (both games were to promote me to get into div 3) tell me matchmaking isn’t rigged to make you play more game
— Bullardiniho (@Bullardiniho3) December 2, 2024
(Source: x.com/@Bullardinho3)
On Tuesday I played 6 rivals matches won all 6 (I’m in division 2), on Wednesday after the update I played 10 and won 2 😭😭😭 https://t.co/oiliFwXMc5
— Dan Castell (@_Dan_Castell) December 5, 2024
(Source: x.com/@_Dan_Castell)
Looking Ahead: Title Update 6
EA Sports has announced Title Update 6, which could potentially address these matchmaking concerns. This wouldn’t be the first time such issues have required patching, as similar problems occurred in EAFC 24 earlier this year, when Division Rivals matchmaking was completely broken for several days before being fixed.
What Players Can Expect
While waiting for potential fixes, players should be aware of the following:
- The weekly quota requirement remains at 35 points
- Mode Mastery tokens continue to be available through division progression
- Matchmaking difficulties may be more pronounced during promotion opportunities
- Title Update 6 might bring necessary fixes to the system
The EAFC 25 community continues to monitor these matchmaking issues closely, hoping for a swift resolution that will restore fair competition across all divisions. Players are encouraged to report any unusual matchmaking experiences to help EA Sports identify and address the problem effectively.
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