FC 26 Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi TOTY HM Pick SBC: Which card should you choose

The Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi TOTY HM Player Pick SBC is now live in FC 26, and you can obtain one of the modern GOATs for your Ultimate Team squad.

To get the cards, you’ll have to complete a mega-expensive SBC. However, you can only pick one item in the end, and whatever you decide is irreversible. Interestingly, both cards have their respective pros and cons.

When should you pick Ronaldo TOTY HM in FC 26

Cristiano Ronaldo has arrived as a striker, and this 90-rated card can be phenomenal up top. He has 90 Pace, 93 Shooting, and 89 Dribbling. He also offers 5* Skill Foot and some interesting playstyles. Both Finesse Shot+ and Rapid+ are pro-meta choices when it comes to forwards.

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He also offers Incisive Pass, great for the first time through balls. Aerial Fortress makes him ideal for crosses, while Low Driven enables you to shoot powerful grounders. He has everything it takes to shine as a striker. Unfortunately, he doesn’t have any alternate positions (unsure if it’s a bug). If his only position remains as a striker, you should pick him if you need a goal-scoring machine.

When should you pick Messi TOTY HM in FC 26

As things stand, the Messi TOTY HM item looks better. For starters, he can play in four positions, including striker. He has Technical+ and Finesse Shot+, along with 90 Pace, 90 Shooting, 90 Passing, and 94 Dribbling. The stat combination looks stellar, and he can do well as a CAM or as an RW/RM.

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He also offers Tiki Taka and Incisive Pass, which are great choices in the current meta. However, if you like pacy players who can beat defenders with their speed, this Messi card might not be your cup of tea. However, if you want someone to operate in the wings or as a creative attacking midfielder, Messi is the way to go.

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