EA Sports FC 25 Season 8 is now live, and with it comes an exciting lineup of Ladder Players- headlined by Shapeshifters, experimental position swaps, and a taste of the upcoming Women's Euros Path to Glory campaign. With only 35 days and 35 levels to complete, Season 8 is shorter than usual but loaded with high-impact cards- including 97-rated Rafael Leão and a Premium-exclusive Icon Kaka.

Whether you're grinding SP through Ultimate Team, Career Mode, or Clubs, here's your full guide to unlocking every Season 8 Ladder Player, choosing the best Shapeshifter, and making the most of the Premium Pass.

How to Unlock FC 25 Season 8 Ladder Players

To unlock rewards in Season 8:

Earn Season Progress (SP) by playing any FC 25 mode:

·Ultimate Team

·Player Career

·Manager Career

Clubs

·1,000 SP = 1 Ladder Level

·There are 35 levels total, and the season ends on Thursday, July 11, 2025.

Each level rewards you, from Evolution tokens and Packs to high-rated players.

What's the Deal with the Premium Pass?

The Premium Pass is an optional paid upgrade to the standard ladder:

Cost:

·1,000 FC Points (~£8.99 / $9.99)

·Buy FC 25 Coins until you have 500,000 coins (Ultimate Team)

Unlocks exclusive Premium rewards alongside standard ones- including:

·Icon Kaka (97 OVR)

·Shapeshifter Jan Oblak (CB)

·More Packs, Stadium Items, Evolutions

If you're playing consistently this season, Premium Pass is a solid value, especially for competitive FUT players.

Best FC 25 Season 8 Ladder Players

1. Level 35- Rafael Leão (97 OVR, ST, AC Milan)

Standard Reward

·A blistering striker version of the Portuguese winger.

·5 stars Skills / 5 stars Weak Foot, elite agility, and finishing.

·One of the fastest cards in FC 25.

2. Level 35 (Premium Pass)- Kaka (97 OVR, Icon, CAM)

Premium Reward

·A reimagined version of Kaka with perfect links and stunning dribbling.

·Ideal for linking Brazil or Icon-heavy squads.

3. Shapeshifter Trio (Choose 1)- Level 30

·Jan Oblak (96 OVR, CB, Atlético Madrid)- Premium Pass

·Mike Maignan (96 OVR, CM, AC Milan)- Standard

·Gregor Kobel (96 OVR, ST, Borussia Dortmund)- Standard

These are bizarre and brilliant- goalkeeper cards converted to outfield monsters. You'll only be able to choose one at Level 30, so pick wisely.

Path to Glory Teasers

·Paulina Dudek (OVR TBD, PSG)

·Frida Maanum (OVR TBD, Arsenal)

Available as visual teases in the Ladder- likely linked to upcoming Euros-themed promo starting mid-June.

All FC 25 Season 8 Ladder Player Cards

Level 5- Gold Rare Players Pack (Untradeable)

·Reward Type: Pack

·Details: A standard untradeable Gold Rare Players Pack for early momentum in your Ultimate Team.

Level 10- Stadium Theme / Tifo Pack

·Reward Type: Cosmetic

·Details: A themed bundle to personalize your stadium, including a new Tifo and Stadium Theme.

Level 15- Evolution Token

·Reward Type: Evolution Currency

·Details: One Evolution Token to use in the newest EVO slots, enabling you to upgrade key players across your squad.

Level 20- Path to Glory Frida Maanum (Visual Tease)

·Player: Frida Maanum

·OVR: Not revealed (teased only)

·Position: CM

·Club: Arsenal

·Track: Preview (likely coming in a later level or available via objective)

Level 25- Mike Maignan (Shapeshifter)

·Player: Mike Maignan

·OVR: 96

·Position: CM (Shapeshifter)

·Club: AC Milan

·Track: Standard

Notes: A goalkeeper turned central midfielder, offering a unique creative hybrid card with top-tier stats.

Level 30- Choose 1 Shapeshifter (Player Pick)

Options:

·Gregor Kobel (ST)- 96 OVR

·Mike Maignan (CM)- 96 OVR

·Jan Oblak (CB)- 96 OVR

·Track:

·Kobel & Maignan = Standard

·Oblak = Premium Only

Notes: This milestone lets you select from three reimagined Shapeshifter stars, each excelling in completely new positions from their real-life roles.

Level 32- Path to Glory Paulina Dudek (Visual Tease)

·Player: Paulina Dudek

·OVR: Not revealed

·Position: CB

·Club: Paris Saint-Germain (PSG)

·Track: Preview

Notes: Like Maanum, Dudek is visually teased and likely released later or tied to objective-based acquisition.

Level 33- Choose 1 High-Value Pack

·Options:

·85x8 Pack- Contains eight players rated 85+

·89x2 Pack- Contains two players rated 89+

·Track: Standard

Notes: Valuable fodder or lucky top-tier pulls- ideal for SBCs or chasing endgame team improvements.

Level 35- Rafael Leão (Shapeshifter)

·Player: Rafael Leão

·OVR: 97

·Position: ST

·Club: AC Milan

·Track: Standard

Notes: One of the most dynamic forwards this season. High pace, skill, and finishing make him a must-have for attackers.

Level 35 (Premium Track)- Kaka (Shapeshifter Icon)

·Player: Kaka

·OVR: 97

·Position: CAM

·Card Type: Icon- Shapeshifter

·Track: Premium Only

Notes: The crown jewel of the season pass, this Kaka card offers elite playmaking, dribbling, and flair, now optimized with Shapeshifter boosts.

Lower Levels

These include:

·Packs (small gold player packs, mixed player packs)

·FC 25 Coins Boosts

·Tifos and Banners

·Early Evolutions

These rewards are automatically unlocked as you progress- no special actions needed.

Tips to Maximize Season 8 SP

Want to unlock all 35 levels before the season ends? Follow these tips:

Diversify Modes

·Play Ultimate Team Rivals, Squad Battles, and FUT Champs

·Don't ignore Clubs and Career Mode- you earn SP there too

Daily Objectives

·Complete your daily & weekly Season Objectives

·These grant bulk SP and sync with Ladder progress

Squad Battles + Evolution Grinds

·Squad Battles matches are quick and low-pressure for SP

·Do Evolutions while earning SP to double dip

Who Should You Pick at Level 30?

You can only pick one Shapeshifter card. Here's a breakdown:

·Jan Oblak (CB): Tank Defender, Aerial god, 99 Strength, Love physical CBs & own Premium Pass

·Mike Maignan (CM): All-around mid, Passing, long shots, stamina. Need a box-to-box CM with style

·Gregor Kobel (ST): Striker, Power finisher, novelty pick, want chaos & memes- or Dortmund fans

Final Thoughts

Season 8 may be shorter, but it delivers big rewards and wild experiments, especially with goalkeepers in outfield roles. Whether you're pushing for Leão, adding Kaka to your Icon squad, or rolling the dice with Oblak at CB, this is one of FC 25's most inventive ladders yet.