WHY CLAUDIA PINA IS THE SURPRISE CHEAT CODE OF FC 26
Claudia Pina has quickly become one of the most talked-about and used attackers in EA’s FC 26.
In fact, her various cards all rank among the most popular choices out of over 200,000 players on the game – and is even edging out Mbappe in many people’s squads.
Here’s why the Barcelona forward has been breaking controllers everywhere.
WHAT IS FC 26?
‘FC 26’ is the latest instalment of the popular EA Sports video game.
The game series was previously known as ‘FIFA’, but after EA’s license with FIFA ended in 2023, the manufacturer rebranded the franchise. The game is now officially known as ‘EA Sports FC’, or simply ‘FC’ for short.
CLAUDIA PINA FC 26: ONE OF THE GAME’S KEY CARDS
Pina’s popularity within FC 26 comes largely from the fact that her hyper-responsiveness means she outplays her card rating.
Despite her official card rating of 86, she plays far above her base stats.
Her pace is closer to 93 thanks to her agility, balance, and low centre of gravity, while her finishing is deadly, boosted by Low Driven Shot+ and a 5-star weak foot.
On top of that, her passing, ball control, and movement make her a hybrid attacker who can create as well as finish.
Pina’s real-life performances have been recognised with several special cards in the game, including a 95-rated TOTY currently selling for over six million coins.
Going by this season’s form, she’ll almost certainly be in line for a TOTS upgrade too – a scary prospect indeed.
A CARD WORTH THE INVESTMENT
Although Pina’s cards will always be expensive, her combination of speed, dribbling, shooting, and playmaking makes her feel like a cheat code – and one well worth investing in.
For fans of Ultimate Team, Pina is a meta-defining card that combines unpredictability, precision, and explosive gameplay, making her one of the most effective attackers available this season.
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