FOF: Answer the Call Challenge 1 SBC Guide - How to Complete and Rewards Analysis
By Alfie Carrington••2 min read
The Festival of Football (FOF) excitement is officially here in FC 26 Ultimate Team, bringing a wave of international-themed content as we head toward the biggest summer in football history. The latest release, FOF: Answer the Call Challenge 1, is a limited-time puzzle that allows players to trade in a lower-tier squad for a shot at high-value items from the current promo pool.
Understanding the FOF: Answer the Call Challenge 1 Requirements
FOF: Answer the Call Challenge 1
Complete this challenge to earn a reward.
3,400
3,500
Requirements
- •Clubs in Squad: Min. 3
- •Players from the same Countries/Regions: Min. 3
- •Min. 2 Players Rare
- •Min. 5 Players Gold
- •Team Rating: Min. 70
- •Total Chemistry: Min. 22
Completing this Squad Building Challenge is relatively straightforward, but as always with the Festival of Football, the market can be volatile. Many players are rushing to complete these 'Answer the Call' segments to stock up on packs before the next big promo team drop. With a completion cost of approximately 3,400 on consoles and 3,500 on PC, it represents a low-risk entry into the promo cycle.
Rewards Analysis: Prime Mixed Players Pack Value
The primary incentive for finishing this SBC is the Prime Mixed Players Pack. This specific pack contains 12 players: 4 Gold, 4 Silver, and 4 Bronze, with 6 of them being Rare items. Given the estimated 5,864 value, it is a decent return on investment, especially if you have duplicate untradeable cards sitting in your club.
- Cost Effectiveness: This is one of the cheapest ways to earn a pack containing rare gold players.
- FOF Connection: Keep an eye out for Path to Glory or Make Your Mark items that can be found in these mixed packs.
- Club Stocking: Even if you don't hit a big promo card, the silvers and bronzes are excellent for completing subsequent SBC segments.
Festival of Football and the Road to 2026
As we move into March 2026, the international break is heating up with World Cup qualification and friendly matches providing the backdrop for this Ultimate Team content. The 'Answer the Call' theme reflects the pride and duty of players representing their nations. Historically, Festival of Football has been one of the most anticipated promos due to the dynamic upgrades linked to real-life international success.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the FOF: Answer the Call Challenge 1 SBC repeatable?
- No, this SBC is non-repeatable and can only be completed once per account.
- When does the FOF: Answer the Call Challenge 1 expire?
- The SBC expires on March 23, 2026, at 6:00 PM UTC.
- Should I use my high-rated cards in this SBC?
- No, the requirements for this challenge are typically low. Save your high-rated fodder for the bigger FOF player SBCs expected later this week.
