EA FC Gold Cards: History, Top Players & FC 25’ Design

When EA Sports FC 25 dropped back in September 2024, we all knew one thing for sure: gold cards would still be the crown jewel of every Ultimate Team squad. A few months on, and not much has changed. Whether you're grinding the transfer market or just checking out the latest TikTok squad builds, those digital gold cards are still the ultimate flex.

But what about the players who made it onto them? And how does Card Creators bring that virtual hype into the real world in the form of personalised gold cards? Let’s get into our overview of the EA FC 25 Gold Card including the top-rated players ever on FIFA / EA FC.

Top EA FC 25 Gold Card Players

Right, let’s get to the good stuff - who made it onto the top gold cards this year?

EA didn’t hold back. The ratings stirred up the usual arguments (is Salah really an 89? Should Haaland be higher than Kane?), but here’s a quick look at some of the biggest names sitting on those shiny gold cards:

• Kylian Mbappé (91 OVR) – He’s basically cover star royalty at this point.

• Erling Haaland (91 OVR) – Power, pace, presence. Unstoppable in the box.

• Rodri (91 OVR) – Defensive midfield beast. Not flashy, just flawless.

• Jude Bellingham (90 OVR) – Feels like he’s levelled up every year. Now he’s that guy.

• Vinícius Jr. (90 OVR) – Dribbling magician. Pure chaos down the wing.

• Harry Kane (90 OVR) – The new Bundesliga boss. Goal machine.

• Kevin De Bruyne (90 OVR) – Vision 100. Passes so good they should count as goals.

• Mohamed Salah (89 OVR) – Still world class. Still left-footed magic.

• Martin Ødegaard (89 OVR) – Arsenal’s midfield maestro. Stats + style.

• Lautaro Martínez (89 OVR) – A bit of a surprise? Maybe. But deadly on the pitch.

It’s a dream team list - and the kind of squad that kids (and let’s be honest, plenty of grown-ups) are building every chance they get.

The Highest Rated Gold Cards Ever in FIFA/EA FC

Alright, let’s settle a classic question: what’s the highest rated gold card ever in FIFA / EA FC history?

Over the years, FIFA and now EA FC have had some absolute monsters in the base gold card lineup - cards so stacked, you’d build your entire team around them. Here’s a look at the top 10 highest-rated standard gold cards from across the series:

Top 10 Highest Rated Gold Cards in FIFA/EA FC History

• Cristiano Ronaldo – 94 OVR (FIFA 19)
  The king of FIFA 19. Power, pace, headers, skills—he had it all.

• Lionel Messi – 94 OVR (FIFA 20)
  Who else? The joint highest gold card ever. Left-foot magic at its peak.

• Neymar Jr. – 92 OVR (FIFA 20)
  Pure flair. That 5-star skills, 5-star weak foot combo was unreal.

• Luis Suárez – 92 OVR (FIFA 18)
  Back when Suárez was banging in goals for fun at Barça.

• Robert Lewandowski – 92 OVR (FIFA 22)
  Clinical. His stats screamed goals—and he delivered.

• Xavi – 92 OVR (FIFA 12)
  A midfield masterclass. Long before Icons, gold Xavi was the pass king.

• Manuel Neuer – 92 OVR (FIFA 18)
  A keeper that felt like he had Spider-Man reflexes. Wall.

• Eden Hazard – 91 OVR (FIFA 20)
  This was peak Hazard, just after his Real Madrid move.

• Kylian Mbappé – 91 OVR (FIFA 23)
  Still climbing the ranks, but already elite. Unstoppable on the break.

• David De Gea – 91 OVR (FIFA 19)
  One of the best GK cards we’ve seen. Saved everything.
  

These weren’t just strong players - they were unstoppable forces on the field. 

Funny how today’s top-rated players like Mbappé, Haaland, and Rodri (all sitting at 91 OVR in EA FC 25) are amazing - but still a notch below most of the list of golden GOATs.

Who knows? Maybe EA FC 26 will bring back a 94…

From FUT to Bedroom Wall: Real-World Gold Cards

This is where it gets fun.

With Card Creators, you can take that shiny, powerful, in-game card... and turn it into something real. Take the card design inspired by EA FC and include your own name, image, stats and position (because let’s be honest, who wouldn’t want to be a 99-rated striker?), these cards bring FUT to life in the coolest way possible.

They're perfect for birthdays, football team awards, or just to show off your squad-building skills IRL.

EA FC 25 Gold card Design: What’s New?

The EA FC 25 gold card design got a serious glow-up this year. It’s slick, lighter than before, with sharp detailing that makes player faces and stats stand out like never before. The edges are cleaner, the shine is deeper, and there’s a subtle geometric vibe in the background that gives it a modern, almost high-tech feel.

Compared to past seasons, this year’s gold cards just look... sharper. Like they belong in a display case, not just on your squad screen. And if you’ve seen the Card Creators version inspired by the FC25 gold rare card? It’s spot on. Same shine, same layout - except now it’s something you can actually see in person customised with your unique player info such as stats, image and position.

Final Whistle: EA FC Rare Gold Cards: Worth the Hype? 100%.

The EA FC 25 rare gold card design nails it this year - clean, classy, and bold. And thanks to Card Creators, you don’t have to leave those designs in the digital world.

So whether you’re building your dream XI on EA FC or want to recreate the design using your own image and personal stats, there’s no doubt: gold cards still rule the game.

 Create your own EA FC 25 custom gold card with Card Creators