The best FC 27 RTTK cards to buy are the ones that fix your squad’s weakest position. Dembélé, Bellingham, and Pedri lead Team 1 at 91 OVR. But Bonmatí, Luis Díaz, and Llorente can be smarter picks for specific gaps.
EA Sports FC 27 Ultimate Team’s UEFA Road to the Knockouts promo adds 30 special items. They’re tied to the Champions League, Europa League, Conference League, and Women’s Champions League. RTTK cards can upgrade based on their clubs’ results in the league phases.
The Six Standout Team 1 Cards
| Player | Club | Position | OVR | Key stats | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ousmane Dembélé | PSG | ST | 91 | 91 PAC, 90 SHO, 94 DRI | A top striker for fast transitions |
| Jude Bellingham | Real Madrid | CAM | 91 | 90 SHO, 91 DRI, 81 DEF, 86 PHY | An attacking midfielder who also defends |
| Pedri | Barcelona | CM | 91 | 91 PAS, 92 DRI, 82 DEF | Possession and short passing |
| Aitana Bonmatí | Barcelona | CM | 90 | 90 DRI, 86 PAS, 80 DEF | A technical CM with a separate upgrade path |
| Luis Díaz | Bayern Munich | LM | 90 | 88 PAC, 86 SHO, 90 DRI | A left-sided attacker |
| Marcos Llorente | Atlético Madrid | RB | 88 | 92 PAC, 81 DEF, 84 PHY | A fast right-back against quick wingers |
Quick Notes on Each Card
- Dembélé: 94 Dribbling creates space around defenders. Judge him on current price, not hoped-for upgrades.
- Bellingham: his defending and physical stats help in transitions, unlike a purely attacking CAM.
- Pedri: escapes heavy midfield pressing. Less suited to teams relying on physical, aerial midfielders.
- Bonmatí: the Women’s Champions League starts counting matches earlier, so her upgrade timeline differs.
- Díaz: more specialized than Dembélé. Bayern’s league-phase results decide his upgrades.
- Llorente: lower rating, but often the more practical buy for a weak defence.
How RTTK Upgrades Work
EA has confirmed upgrades depend on club results, not individual ratings. A player needn’t score or even play. Requirements differ by competition.
| Competition | Wins | Matches scored in | League finish |
|---|---|---|---|
| Champions League | 3 | 3 | Top 8 |
| Europa League | 3 | 3 | Top 8 |
| Conference League | 2 | 2 | Top 8 |
| Women’s Champions League | 2 | 2 | Top 4 |
- The win target adds a Base PlayStyle.
- The scoring target boosts two face stats by position: Pace and Shooting for forwards, Passing and Dribbling for midfielders, Defending and Physical for defenders, Reflexes and Positioning for goalkeepers.
- The league finish target adds +1 overall.
Buying Checklist
- Identify your weakest starting position first.
- Skip a second expensive striker if yours is already reliable.
- Compare current market prices, which swing as milestones approach.
- Rate each card on today’s stats; treat upgrades as a bonus.
Warning: buying a player from a strong club doesn’t guarantee any upgrade. Every milestone depends on results that haven’t happened yet.