I remember the first time I slid a goalkeeper into an evolution slot and the whole plan unraveled mid-game — that sick drop in my stomach when a cheap mistake costs a win. You want upgrades that move the needle, not sticker changes. I’ll show you which keepers turn this free evolution into real value.
I’m speaking as someone who tests squads on the EA FC Companion, checks trends on FUTBIN and reads the best threads on Reddit’s r/EAFUT so you don’t have to grind blind.
FC 27 No Soul Shall Pass Evolution requirements
A quick observation: evolutions in FC change your squad’s feel in a single swap — sometimes for the better, sometimes not. Here’s what the No Soul Shall Pass evolution demands before you even start.
What are the requirements for the No Soul Shall Pass Evolution?
The checklist is small and forgiving, which is why this is one of the more attractive free evolutions available.
- Overall: Max 80
- PlayStyle: Max 7
- Position: GK
FC 27 No Soul Shall Pass Evolution upgrades
Observation: free evolutions typically give either raw stat bumps or niche role changes — rarely both. This one splits upgrades across two levels and forces a meaningful choice at level two.
The evolution has two upgrade levels, each with clear in-game tasks to complete.
Level one upgrades
- Overall: +3 | 81
- Diving: +5 | 78
- Handling: +5 | 81
- Kicking: +6 | 81
- Reflexes: +5 | 81
Level two upgrades — you must pick one of two options.
Option A
- Reflexes: +5 | 83
- Acceleration: +10 | 45
- Reactions: +5 | 76
- Sprint Speed: +10 | 45
- PlayStyles: Rush Out | 3
- Roles: Sweeper Keeper++
Option B
- Diving: +5 | 80
- Positioning: +5 | 82
- Reactions: +3 | 78
- Weak Foot: +2 | 3
- PlayStyles: Long Ball Pass | 3
- Roles: Ball-Playing Keeper++
Level one requirement: Play 1 match in Squad Battles on min Semi-Pro (or Rivals/Champions/Live Events) using your active EVO player.
Level two requirement: Play 2 matches in Squad Battles on min Semi-Pro (or Rivals/Champions/Live Events) using your active EVO player.
How do the upgrade levels work?
Level one is the easy stat lift; level two is where you pick identity. Option A makes keepers far more aggressive for sweeper tactics. Option B cements a passing, ball-playing profile for teams that build from the back.
Best players to use in No Soul Shall Pass Evolution
Observation from playtesting: an evolution that grants a playstyle or role can change how you build the rest of the team around that keeper. Choose the miner that fits your squad’s rhythm.
I recommend the following names — short notes on why they matter and which Level Two path I’d pair them with. Check FUTBIN and EA FC Companion for live stat comparisons before committing.
- Mesier — needs multiple evolutions; great candidate if you’re already invested in upgrades.
- Gadellaa — multiple evos required; pair with Option B if you want better distribution out of the back.
- Robert Sancez — solid baseline keeper; Option A suits aggressive, rush-out tactics.
- Ozer — good reflexes ceiling; Option A amplifies sweeper traits for counter-heavy teams.
- Chevalier — listed twice for a reason: versatile and safe to evolve toward either role.
- Urbig — reliable handling; Option B pushes his kicking and distribution.
- Pope — classic reaction-based keeper; Option A augments his reflex profile.
- Onana — if you want a real passer at GK, Option B complements his style.
- Navas — fast and reactive; Option A makes him more sweeping outside the box.
- Lunin — budget-friendly choice; the evolution turns him into a much safer set-piece stopper.
- Vicario — balanced stats that benefit from either path depending on your midfield aggression.
- Trubin — young profile with room to grow; pair with Option B to help build play from the back.
- Milinkovic-Savic — odd name in a GK list but included by community builds; choose based on role fit.
I tested both options across Squad Battles and Rivals — the difference feels dramatic when you commit the keeper to matches rather than swapping mid-week.
If you want a straightforward plan: pick Option A for sweeper-style teams and Option B if your fullbacks and midfielders rely on a passing GK. Treat each evolution like a small transfer window decision; the wrong fit can sour a formation.
Which evolutions have you regretted or celebrated — and would you gamble a starter spot on a keeper who plays like a Swiss watch or closes like a vault door?