FC 25 Career Mode teams: Best and worst squads to start with

As a seasoned football enthusiast with over two decades of following the beautiful game, I can confidently say that FIFA 25 Career Mode presents a veritable smorgasbord of options for us fans. The agonizing decision of which team to choose has always been a source of much debate, and this year is no exception.


With the recent launch of FC 25, many football game enthusiasts are undoubtedly wondering who should start a new Career Mode game first.

Pondering over which football teams are top-notch and bottom-tier might keep any passionate football fan tossing and turning at night, but fortunately, we’ve provided some excellent choices for you to consider.

2021 has seen an unprecedented leap forward in gaming realism, as for the very first time, women’s teams have graced the rosters of Career Mode. Consequently, I am thrilled to share that we’ve ensured these remarkable additions are not overlooked within our virtual world.

Regardless of the team you select, there’s always a wealth of opportunities for success – whether it’s claiming the domestic championship or excelling in international tournaments. Ultimately, the choice and its outcome are in your hands.

You can even opt for a Career Mode challenge, which will help you get even more out of the mode.

If you’re looking for an inspiring tale from rags to riches, seeking to revitalize a once powerful entity, or simply eager to compete alongside top-tier talent, we’ve got a solution tailored just for you.

Best Career Mode teams to choose in FC 25

In FIFA 25, select the most promising Career Mode teams to enjoy an experience with minimal financial constraints while still encountering some tough competition. These are the dormant titans, mid-tier clubs with a history of pursuing silverware but coming up just short.

These are our picks for the best FC 25 Career Mode teams:

  • West Ham 
  • Portsmouth 
  • Schalke 04 
  • Paris FC ladies 
  • Havre FC – focus on youth 
  • Kaiserslautern 
  • Palermo 
  • Napoli 
  • FC Barcelona – focus on Spanish youth again 
  • Tottenham Hotspur

Each team listed provides an adequate financial allocation for their respective divisions, allowing for emphasis on developing a robust youth system.

Of course, what defines the best team in Career Mode is up to you.

Considerable alternative options include clubs like Sunderland, Valencia, or even teams battling in lower leagues such as Accrington Stanley. Each of these will offer you an attainable objective, such as regaining a spot in the top division, winning that long-awaited trophy, or breaking free from years of underperformance.

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Worst Career Mode teams to choose in FC 25

In Football Club 25, the least competitive Career Mode teams are those with the lowest rankings and minimal difficulty levels.

Instead of being rewarded for choosing perennially successful teams like Manchester City, Real Madrid, PSG, and Bayern Munich in Career Mode, one might argue that this action goes against the very essence of the game. These clubs are consistently victorious and possess vast (nearly unlimited) financial resources, which undermines the fun and excitement of overcoming challenges.

Besides the teams listed earlier that make the game too simple, let me share with you our choices for the most challenging FC 25 Career Mode teams:

  • Hyderabad FC
  • MK Dons
  • Salford City
  • NorthEast United
  • Drogheda United
  • Shelbourne

Apologies for any disappointment, fellow cinema enthusiasts of the Indian Super League and League of Ireland! Diving into these leagues can be quite the adventure, especially when it comes to testing your management skills on the global stage of continental competitions.

Best FC 25 Career Mode challenges

In an engaging twist, the most rewarding FC 25 Career Mode experiences might lead you to approach the game in unique ways. Setting specific objectives for yourself adds depth and excitement to your gaming journey.

Here are our ideas for the best Career Mode challenges in FC 25:

  • Win the champions League with three different teams a la Ancelotti 
  • Get Hollywood to the Premier League with Wrexham
  • Fallen giant: Kaiserslautern, Sampdoria, Lyon, Leeds – take them back to the top of the game
  • Academy challenge: Only use academy players 
  • Ageing pro: Choose a player career, retire and then go on to manage with a retired pro. Options include: Milner, Giroud, Messi or anyone over 34, really 
  • Complete Europe: Win the league in each of Europe’s top five leagues: France, England, Germany, Spain and Italy 
  • International management: Win a trophy with an international side

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2024-09-20 07:35