For dedicated EA FC players, the passage of time is measured less by real calendars and more by in-game events. A new daily challenge can feel like a new morning, a promo drop signals a new week, and the launch of a major title update often marks the start of a new season in the community. EA FC 26 follows this pattern more than any entry before it, thanks to its relentless cycle of rotating events, promotions, and weekly content refreshes.

Among these, Team of the Week remains the most consistent and recognizable feature. Every week, standout real-world football performances inspire the release of a set of boosted in-form players. With TOTW 12, EA FC 26 officially marks roughly three months of regular weekly releases since the game's launch. For Ultimate Team players, that means the seasonal grind is reaching its next phase, and securing TOTW cards becomes more important for both squad building and profit.

This article breaks down everything you need to know about TOTW 12, including its availability period, how to participate, how to earn TOTW 12 items, and which additional events offer alternative ways to collect these powerful cards. Whether you're preparing for Week 13 or hunting for new upgrades, this guide covers all of the essential details.

TOTW 12 Availability

Like previous weekly squads, TOTW 12 is available for a limited window. EA FC 26 follows the same midweek schedule established in earlier Ultimate Team cycles:

TOTW 12 became available on Wednesday at the standard global content update time.

It will remain in packs for exactly seven days.

At the next Wednesday refresh, TOTW 13 will replace it in all packs.

Players can still use TOTW 12 cards in their club after the availability period, but no additional packs will contain them once the cycle resets. This makes the week-long window essential for traders, pack openers, and competitive players aiming to secure the best value before prices settle or rise based on SBC requirements and meta demand.

Typically, TOTW items spike in value on Day 1 due to hype and price discovery, stabilize around Days 2–3, and often rise again late in the week if the cards are required in high-chemistry or rating SBCs. Understanding this trend is important for players trying to maximize their EA FC 26 coins through market trading.

How to Participate in TOTW 12

Team of the Week is not a traditional event that players need to register for. Instead, it automatically becomes part of the weekly Ultimate Team ecosystem. However, there are several ways players can directly interact with the TOTW 12 release.

1. Opening Packs During the TOTW Window

TOTW players can only be packed during their designated seven-day period. Any standard or promotional pack that includes rare players has a chance to contain TOTW 12 items.

Popular pack types during TOTW weeks include:

Premium Gold Packs

Jumbo Premium Gold Packs

Rare Player Packs

Mixed Campaign Packs (if active during the week)

Any special promo packs released in the Store

While pack odds remain low, TOTW cards often provide excellent fodder value or become key upgrades for Road to Glory players.

2. Completing Weekly Objectives

Certain weekly objectives occasionally reference TOTW players in requirements or offer packs capable of containing them. For example, you may find objectives such as:

Score using a TOTW player

Win matches with three TOTW players in your starting lineup

These are optional, but completing them often yields tradable or untradable packs that can include TOTW 12 cards.

3. Competing in Division Rivals and Weekend League

Rank rewards from both competitive modes can include premium packs. For many players, Weekend League remains the most consistent way to secure high-tier pack rewards, especially during TOTW cycles where in-forms are at their most valuable.

Since TOTW 12 lands around the midpoint of the Ultimate Team season, many players are now transitioning into Weekend League consistently, making this a particularly high-value week for rewards.

How To Obtain TOTW 12 Players Through Other New Events

EA FC 26 is known for layering multiple events on top of each other, allowing players to earn in-forms and special cards through several overlapping methods. TOTW 12 is no exception. Depending on the currently active promos, additional upgrade paths may also be available.

1. TOTW Upgrade SBCs

Throughout FC 26, EA frequently releases SBCs tied to Team of the Week cards. Typical variations include:

Standard TOTW Upgrade SBC: Exchange a squad for a guaranteed TOTW player.

Enhanced TOTW Upgrade SBC: Costs more but features boosted probabilities for higher-rated TOTW cards.

TOTW 10–12 or TOTW 1–12 selection SBCs: Sometimes themed around specific release windows.

While luck-based, these SBCs are one of the most accessible ways for budget players to collect TOTW 12 items.

2. Repeatable Player Pick SBCs

Player picks have become one of the most popular SBC formats in EA FC 26. During TOTW weeks, the following are often available:

80+ or 81+ Player Picks

84+ Elite Player Picks

Position-based upgrade picks

Some of these allow TOTW cards to be included in the selection pool, giving players an indirect path to pull in-forms without relying strictly on packs.

3. Seasonal or Promo Events Running Parallel to TOTW

Depending on the timing, EA FC 26 may also run events such as:

Dynamic Duos

Versus

Winter Wildcards

Centurions

Trailblazers

Icons Path events

Promo packs released during these events often include enhanced odds for TOTW items or special packs where TOTW cards are guaranteed components.

4. Squad Battles Weekly Rewards

Although slower and less popular than other modes, Squad Battles still remains a source of high-value packs. For casual players or those with limited playtime, this mode is a safe and consistent pathway to rewards that may include TOTW 12 cards.

Final Tips for Maximizing TOTW 12 Value

If you're trying to make the most of TOTW 12 before Week 13 arrives, consider the following strategies:

Sell TOTW cards early if they belong to off-meta players who may fall in value.

Hold meta TOTW 12 cards, as their value often rises late into the week.

Use TOTW cards as fodder for high-value SBCs to improve your squad.

Monitor the transfer market hourly during content refresh times.

TOTW remains one of the most predictable and reliable sources of upgrades in EA FC 26, and TOTW 12 continues this legacy by giving players new ways to enhance their team, complete objectives, and earn EAFC 26 Coins through trading.

 Whether you are building a competitive squad or maximizing market profits, making the most of TOTW 12 sets you up perfectly for the thirteenth week and beyond in EA FC 26.