Rejuvenating the excitement in the gaming sphere, FC 26’s Thunderstruck promo makes a triumphant return, showcasing not only top-tier players in elevated forms but also one of the most aesthetically pleasing card designs seen throughout the game’s yearly progression.
What sets Thunderstruck cards apart is their continual upgrade potential. As players compete in their next five domestic matches, their cards can receive additional enhancements, including upgraded Roles and enhanced PlayStyles, contingent upon specific performance criteria.
To aid you in closely monitoring which FC 26 Thunderstruck cards will be upgraded, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of all Thunderstruck cards along with their expected enhancements.
Understanding Upgrades for FC 26 Thunderstruck Cards
In FC 26, the trajectory for Thunderstruck upgrades hinges on the real-world success of the players’ teams. This unique gameplay mechanic has been an integral part of EA Sports FC in previous iterations, but this time around, the focus shifts to team performance as a whole. This refined approach aims to retain excitement without letting injuries or suspensions diminish the joy of the promo.
Here’s how Thunderstruck players can earn further boosts based on their teams’ achievements:
- Win/Draw 2 out of the next 5 domestic matches = An additional regular PlayStyle
- Win/Draw 3 out of the next 5 domestic matches = All Roles upgraded to “++”
- Team nets 10 goals within the next 5 domestic games = +1 PlayStyle+, or if the player already possesses a PlayStyle+, +1 additional regular PlayStyle
Multiple FC promotions have mirrored real-life performances, such as FUT Fantasy and Road to the Final cards. However, those in previous years often offered boosts on already powerful cards. To combat this power creep in FC 26, EA has shifted the emphasis to Roles and PlayStyles to maintain a controlled enhancement environment.
As an illustration, if Real Madrid achieves a win or draws following their recent 1-1 match with relegation-struggling Girona, then Thunderstruck Jude Bellingham will obtain another regular PlayStyle. Should they draw or win once more, amassing a total of three positive outcomes, Bellingham’s Positions will receive upgrades to “++”.Furthermore, if Real Madrid manages to score a total of 10 goals in their next four matches, Jude will gain an additional PlayStyle, since he already has Tiki Taka+.
Thunderstruck Icons connect their upgrades to a team from their impactful careers, which works in their favor since those players represented renowned clubs poised to clinch victories and score goals. Interestingly, the teams associated with these Icons may not always align with popular assumptions. For example, while Franz Beckenbauer derives his upgrades from Bayern Munich, Dennis Bergkamp’s association with Ajax reflects his roots instead of Arsenal.
Conversely, Gareth Bale doesn’t have a performance tracker linked to the current PGA Golf tour or Wales’s World Cup qualifiers, limiting his upgrade potential to Spurs. Oddly enough, some Icons like Paolo Maldini, who has a storied history with AC Milan, have their upgrades linked to teams that aren’t officially recognized in the game, as FC 26 lacks rights for the Rossoneri, exclusively present in Konami’s eFootball. Fortunately, his upgrades reflect AC Milan’s performance despite the naming discrepancy on his in-game card.
Your Guide to FC 26 Thunderstruck Upgrades
| Name | Team | Results | Upgrades |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diego Maradona | Naples | 1 Win, 1 Goal | 0/3 |
| Paolo Maldini | Milano (AC Milan) | 1 Win, 1 Goal | 0/3 |
| Franz Beckenbauer | Bayern | 1 Win, 3 Goals | 0/3 |
| Birgit Prinz | Frankfurt Women | None Played | 0/3 |
| Eusebio | Benfica | 1 Win, 2 Goals | 0/3 |
| Xavi | Barcelona | 1 Win, 3 Goals | 0/3 |
| Roberto Carlos | Real Madrid | 1 Draw, 1 Goal | 0/3 |
| Rivaldo | Barcelona | 1 Win, 3 Goals | 0/3 |
| Dennis Bergkamp | Ajax | None Played | 0/3 |
| Lotta Schelin | Lyon Women | None Played | 0/3 |
| Camille Abily | Lyon Women | None Played | 0/3 |
| Samuel Eto’o | Barcelona | 1 Win, 3 Goals | 0/3 |
| Franck Ribery | Marseille | 1 Draw, 2 Goals | 0/3 |
| Bastian Schweinsteiger | Bayern | 1 Win, 3 Goals | 0/3 |
| David Beckham | Manchester United | 1 Win, 2 Goals | 0/3 |
| Gareth Bale | Spurs | 1 Loss, 1 Goal | 0/3 |
| Ronald Koeman | PSV | 1 Win, 3 Goals | 0/3 |
| Fernando Torres | Atletico Madrid | 1 Win, 2 Goals | 0/3 |
| Jude Bellingham | Real Madrid | 1 Draw, 1 Goal | 0/3 |
| Alexia Putellas | Barca Women | None Played | 0/3 |
| Rodri | Man City | 1 Win, 3 Goals | 0/3 |
| Raphinha | Barcelona | 1 Win, 3 Goals | 0/3 |
| Alessia Russo | Arsenal Women | None Played | 0/3 |
| Jamal Musiala | Bayern | 1 Win, 3 Goals | 0/3 |
| Jan Oblak | Atletico | 1 Win, 2 Goals | 0/3 |
| I score Kante | Al Ittihad | None Played | 0/3 |
| Christiane Endler | Lyon Women | None Played | 0/3 |
| Hakan Calhanoglu | Lombardy FC (Inter) | 1 Win, 2 Goals | 0/3 |
| Theo Hernandez | Al Hilal | None Played | 0/3 |
| Pedro Neto | Chelsea | 1 Draw, 1 Goal | 0/3 |
| Sam Kerr | Chelsea Women | None Played | 0/3 |
| Georgia Stanway | Bayern Women | None Played | 0/3 |
| Willian Pacho | PSG | 1 Loss, 0 Goals | 0/3 |
| Jurrien Timber | Arsenal | 1 Draw, 1 Goal | 0/3 |
| Ryan Gravenberch | Liverpool | 1 Win, 2 Goals | 0/3 |
| Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang | Marseille | 1 Draw, 2 Goals | 0/3 |
| Julian Brandt | Dortmund | 1 Draw, 2 Goals | 0/3 |
| Diogo Dalot | Manchester United | 1 Win, 2 Goals | 0/3 |
| Mattia Zaccagni | Lazio | 1 Loss, 0 Goals | 0/3 |
| Nick Woltemade | Newcastle | 1 Win, 4 Goals | 0/3 |
| Riyad Mahrez | Al Ahli | None Played | 0/3 |
| Giada Greggi | Roma Women | None Played | 0/3 |
| Olga Carmona | PSG Women | None Played | 0/3 |
| Melchie Dumornay | Lyon Women | None Played | 0/3 |
| Grace Geyoro | London Lionesses | None Played | 0/3 |
| Barbara Bonasea | Juventus Women | None Played | 0/3 |
| Selina Cerci | Hoffenheim Women | None Played | 0/3 |
| Nicolas Tagliafico | Lyon | 1 Win, 3 Goals | 0/3 |
| Dusan Vlahovic | Juventus | 1 Win, 2 Goals | 0/3 |
| Baris Yilmaz | Galatasaray | 1 Draw, 0 Goals | 0/3 |
| Edmond Tapsoba | Leverkusen | 1 Loss, 1 Goal | 0/3 |
| Ivan Perisic | PSV | 1 Win, 3 Goals | 0/3 |
| Christopher Nkunku | Milano (AC Milan) | 1 Win, 1 Goal | 0/3 |
| Alexander Bah | Benfica | 1 Win, 2 Goals | 0/3 |
| Amaiur Sarriegi | Women Athletes | None Played | 0/3 |
| Andrea Medina | Women Athletes | None Played | 0/3 |
| Athena | Real Madrid Women | None Played | 0/3 |
| Juan Jesus | Naples | 1 Win, 1 Goal | 0/3 |
| Wout Weghorst | Ajax | 1 Draw, 0 Goals | 0/3 |
| Nobleman Asllani | Hoffenheim | 1 Win, 3 Goals | 0/3 |
| Denis Zakaria | Monaco | 1 Win, 1 Goal | 0/3 |
| Josha Vagnoman | Stuttgart | 1 Loss, 1 Goal | 0/3 |
| Marco Asensio | Fenerbahce | 1 Draw, 0 Goals | 0/3 |
| Quinten Timber | Feyenoord | 1 Win, 2 Goals | 0/3 |
| Ousmane Diomonde | Sporting | 1 Win, 4 Goals | 0/3 |
| Abdessamad Ezzalzouli | Real Betis | 1 Win, 2 Goals | 0/3 |
| Adrien Thomasson | Lens | 1 Win, 2 Goals | 0/3 |
| Tajon Buchanan | Villarreal | 1 Win, 3 Goals | 0/3 |
| Jade Rose | Man City Women | None Played | 0/3 |
| Hayley Raso | Frankfurt Women | None Played | 0/3 |
| Madeline Roth | Le Havre Women | None Played | 0/3 |
If you prefer to explore a different gaming experience, consider diving into Career Mode, where we have detailed the top Wonderkids in FC 26 to target.
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