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Best players to use in FC 26 Striker Instinct Evolution

The Striker Instinct Evolution is live in FC 26, and you can use it after unlocking the challenge from the SBC. Completing the SBC is relatively easy, and it’s a must-do in my books.

In this guide, I will help you figure out the best contenders for this evolution based on the requirements and offered upgrades.

Table of contents

  • FC 26 Striker Instinct Evolution requirements
  • FC 26 Striker Instinct Evolution upgrades
  • Best players to use in Striker Instinct Evolution

FC 26 Striker Instinct Evolution requirements

Here are the requirements of Striker Instinct Evolution in FC 26.

  • Overall: Max 96
  • PlayStyle: Max 10
  • PlayStyle+: Max 4
  • Must not be: CB

FC 26 Striker Instinct Evolution upgrades

The evolution has five upgrade levels, each with specific conditions to meet.

Level 1 upgrades

  • Overall: +2|97
  • Finishing: +7|98
  • Shot Power: +7|98
  • Long Shots: +4|97
  • Heading Accuracy: +6|95
  • Playstyles: Finesse Shot|7

Level 2 upgrades

  • Overall: +2|97
  • Vision: +5|94
  • Short Passing: +5|94
  • Curve: +5|95
  • Penalties: +7|98
  • PlayStyles: Low Driven Shot|7

Level 3 upgrades

  • Attacking Position: +7|97
  • Volleys: +4|95
  • Jumping: +4|94
  • Stamina: +6|97
  • Strength: +6|94
  • Aggression: +4|94

Level 4 upgrades

  • Acceleration: +4|96
  • Sprint Speed: +4|96
  • Agility: +4|97
  • Balance: +4|97
  • Reactions: +6|96
  • Playstyles: Power Shot|7

Level 5 upgrades

  • Ball control: +7|97
  • Dribbling: +7|97
  • Composure: +6|97
  • Playstyles: Gamechanger|7
  • Weak Foot: +4
  • Skill Moves: +3|4

Level 1 upgrade requirements

  • Play 1 match in Squad Battles on min Semi-Pro difficulty (or Rush/Rivals/Champions/Live Events) using your active EVO player in game.

Level 2 upgrade requirements

  • Play 1 match in Squad Battles on min Semi-Pro difficulty (or Rush/Rivals/Champions/Live Events) using your active EVO player in game.

Level 3 upgrade requirements

  • Play 1 match in Squad Battles on min Semi-Pro difficulty (or Rush/Rivals/Champions/Live Events) using your active EVO player in game.

Level 4 upgrade requirements

  • Play 1 match in Squad Battles on min Semi-Pro difficulty (or Rush/Rivals/Champions/Live Events) using your active EVO player in game.

Level 5 upgrade requirements

  • Play 1 match in Squad Battles on min Semi-Pro difficulty (or Rush/Rivals/Champions/Live Events) using your active EVO player in game.

Best players to use in Striker Instinct Evolution

Here are some of my best recommendations to include in the evolution.

  • Claudia Pina TOTY
  • Lanzini FUTTIES
  • Kolo Muani FUTTIES
  • Insigne FUTTIES
  • Semenyo Glory Hunters
  • Mariona National Pride (only if you play her as a CAM)
  • Renato Sanches FUTTIES (only if you play him as a CAM or Playmaker Attack)
  • James Rodriguez PTG
  • Ramirez FUTTIES
  • Perisic FUTTIES
  • Shaqiri FUTTIES
  • Schertenleib FUTTIES
  • Diaby FUTTIES

I haven’t included any existing evolution chains on this list. You can always use it in one of your existing chains to get more returns from your upgrades.

The post Best players to use in FC 26 Striker Instinct Evolution appeared first on Destructoid.

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