The latest Alexander Sorloth vs Manuel Locatelli Showdown SBC has arrived in FC 26 Ultimate Team, giving players two competitive 85-rated items tied to the upcoming Norway vs Italy international match. Since both players can receive a +2 overall upgrade based on the real-world result, this SBC set offers excellent value for anyone looking to strengthen their squad.

Showdown SBCs pit two players from an upcoming real-world match against each other. After the match:
- Winner receives +2 OVR
- A draw gives +1 OVR to both players
- Loser remains unchanged
Since both Sorloth and Locatelli already have strong base stats and useful PlayStyles, completing either task is worthwhile. With the costs sitting in the budget range for early/mid-cycle Ultimate Team, completing both SBCs is an especially safe way to guarantee at least one boosted card.
FC 26 Showdown SBC Tasks
Below are the official requirements for each squad challenge.
Alexander Sorloth SBC Requirements
- Minimum 1 Norway player
- Minimum 1 Team of the Week item
- Minimum 84 Team Rating
This is the more expensive of the two due to the 84-rated squad requirement, but still manageable without heavy spending.
Manuel Locatelli SBC Requirements
- Minimum 1 Italy player
- Minimum 1 Team of the Week item
- Minimum 83 Team Rating
Locatelli’s SBC is noticeably cheaper and easier to complete thanks to the lower rating threshold.
Cheapest SBC Solutions
The following squads meet all requirements using reliable, affordable players, exactly as listed in the uploaded reference.
Cheapest Solution for Alexander Sorloth SBC
| Player | Rating |
|---|---|
| Amy | 85 |
| Savinho | 82 |
| Botman | 82 |
| Fox | 84 |
| Kaneryd | 82 |
| Gakpo | 84 |
| Maanum | 84 |
| Rolfo | 84 |
| Ruben Neves | 84 |
| Watkins | 84 |
| Grimaldo | 84 |
This setup comfortably hits the 84 overall requirement while using only one TOTW item.
Cheapest Solution for Manuel Locatelli SBC
| Player | Rating |
|---|---|
| Park | 81 |
| Savinho | 82 |
| Any TOTW item | 85 |
| Sanchez | 82 |
| Alex Baena | 84 |
| Hjulmand | 83 |
| Greboval | 81 |
| Keneryd | 82 |
| Neves | 84 |
| Carrasco | 81 |
| Perisic | 81 |
This squad is extremely cost-effective and perfect for players operating with limited fodder.
Should You Complete Both SBCs?
Completing both SBCs is the smartest play if your club has enough spare fodder. According to the source, this guarantees:
- At least one upgraded card
- A reliable midfielder or striker for competitive play
- Potential future Evolutions for the losing card
Even without upgrades, the items are well priced and fit comfortably into a variety of squads. Play Now!
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