As we dive into week two of the EA FC 26 Cornerstones campaign, there’s an exciting new Squad Building Challenge (SBC) featuring the talented Nico Paz. The 21-year-old has been outstanding for Serie A’s Como, making significant contributions both in scoring and playmaking alongside Cesc Fabregas. Standing at 6’1”, Paz is agile and smooth on the ball, making him a valuable addition to any Ultimate Team. If you’re looking to strengthen your squad, here’s how to complete the EA FC 26 Cornerstones Nico Paz SBC and whether it’s worth the investment.
How to Complete EA FC 26 Cornerstones Nico Paz SBC
The Nico Paz SBC is part of the EA FC 26 Cornerstones promotion, costing approximately 33,000 coins. Here’s the breakdown of the challenges you’ll need to complete:
All Challenges & Solutions
1. 84-Rated Squad
2. 83-Rated Squad
3. Serie A Challenge
- Minimum Team Rating 82
- Minimum 1 Player from Serie A
4. Argentina Challenge
- Minimum Team Rating 81
- Minimum 1 Player from Argentina
Is the EA FC 26 Nico Paz Cornerstones SBC Worth It?
Investing 33,000 coins in Cornerstones Nico Paz is a solid choice. While you’ll need a lineup with Serie A players to optimize his performance, he has the potential to become the creative cornerstone of your squad. With 70 Physicality combined with his height, Paz is unlikely to be easily pushed off the ball. He also boasts over 80 in Pace, Shooting, Passing, and Dribbling, along with 4-star skill moves to execute tricky maneuvers effectively.
Although he doesn’t possess a PlayStyle+, his base traits—Finesse Shot, Inventive, and Incisive Pass—are performing well in the early days of Ultimate Team. If you appreciate skillful players and have some euros to spare, we believe Nico Paz represents great value.
What are SBCs in EA FC 26?
SBCs, or Squad Building Challenges, are engaging mini-games within EA FC 26. They allow you to exchange duplicate or unused players for rewards like player picks, packs, and unique player cards. Depending on the challenge’s difficulty, a single SBC can require between 1 to 30 teams. New SBCs are released weekly, often coinciding with special promotional events.
Ready to elevate your EA FC gaming experience? Let us know in the comments if you’re going for the Nico Paz SBC, and be sure to check out more tips at Moyens I/O.