FC 25 Shapeshifters Guide: Position Changes for Vieira, Kompany & Kane

EA FC 25 continues to turn the football world on its head with the Shapeshifters promo, a fan-favorite summer event that reimagines footballers in outrageous, unexpected positions. Shapeshifters Team 3 has landed, and with it comes some of the wildest cards yet-including Vincent Kompany as a goalkeeper, Patrick Vieira as a striker, and Harry Kane as a center back. Here's everything you need to know about these massive role swaps, the best Shapeshifter cards, and how they'll fit into your FC 25 Ultimate Team.

What Are FC 25 Shapeshifters?

Shapeshifters are unique Ultimate Team items where players receive:

·Position changes (often drastically different from their real-life roles)

·Massive stat upgrades tailored to their new position

·New PlayStyles and Roles that reflect their transformed identity on the pitch

This promo thrives on chaos and fun-whether it's giving defenders the creativity of a #10, or turning legendary midfielders into lethal strikers.

Key Shapeshifter Position Changes

Patrick Vieira - ST (France, 97)

·From: CDM/CM - To: Striker

·New PlayStyles: Power Header, Finesse Shot+, First Touch+

·Why it works: Vieira's physicality, aggression, and stamina make him a tank up front. Surprisingly agile, he can bully defenders and shoot from range.

·Ideal chem style: Hunter or Engine

Vincent Kompany - GK (Hero, 95)

·From: CB - To: Goalkeeper

·New PlayStyles: Rush Out+, Long Throw+, Footwork+

·Why it's bizarre: Kompany has never played in goal, but the experiment gives players a powerful, tall, and aggressive option in the net.

·Worth it? A fun meme card, though not meta, I find it inconsistent in Rivals.

Harry Kane - CB (England, 98)

·From: ST - To: Center Back

·New PlayStyles: Block+, Anticipate+, Pinged Pass

·Why it works: Kane's football IQ, passing range, and surprising strength make him a commanding ball-playing defender. His shooting stats go to waste, but his positioning and awareness shine.

·Ideal chem style: Shadow or Anchor

Top Shapeshifters Team 1 Highlights (June 13)

·Maradona - LW (Icon, 98)

·Antoine Griezmann - CAM (Atletico Madrid, 98)

·Patrick Vieira - ST (France, 97)

·Harry Kane - CB (England, 98)

·Mia Hamm - CM (USA, 97)

·Leroy Sané - LB (FC Bayern, 97)

·Hector Bellerín - RW (La Liga, 96)

·Alphonso Davies - ST (Bundesliga, 96)

Team 2 & Team 3 Highlights

Team 2 (Released June 20)

·Ruud Gullit - CB (Icon, 97)

·Bobby Charlton - CAM (Icon, 96)

·Lauren James - CM (England, 96)

·Franck Ribéry - RB (Icon, 95)

·Son Heung-min - CAM (Spurs, 97)

Team 3 (Released June 27)

·Eusébio - LW (Icon, Portugal, 98)

·Yaya Touré - ST (Premier League, 97)

·Vincent Kompany - GK (Hero, 95)

·Ferland Mendy - CDM (La Liga, 95)

·Cristiano Ronaldo - LM (Al Nassr, 97)

·Zlatan Ibrahimović - CM (MLS, 97)

·Alisson - ST (Liverpool, 94)

David Beckham SBC - Icon RM (96)

One of the most talked-about pre-release leaks turned out to be true: David Beckham's new 96-rated Icon SBC dropped ahead of Team 3, with him featured at Right Midfield.

·Expired: June 27

·Cost: ~172,000 coins

·Attributes: Elite crossing, passing, and set-piece abilities

·Verdict: A solid right mid or right CM with long balls and defensive awareness

Gameplay & Strategy Tips

·Mix and match roles: Some of these cards work better out of position. Vieira ST might even be best used as a box-to-box midfielder with Position Modifier tactics.

·Build around PlayStyles: Kane's Block+ makes him a defensive wall, while Yaya Touré's Trivela+ helps him slot in as a flair striker.

·Use GK cards cautiously: Players like Kompany and Peter Crouch in goal are fun, but lack the AI-specific GK traits needed for competitive modes.

Remaining Shapeshifters Content

While Team 3 has launched, don't be surprised if mini-releases, objectives, and SBC Shapeshifter cards continue rolling out into July.

EA usually keeps the promo alive with:

·Daily SBC player drops

·Weekend-only player picks

·Special Objectives & Packs

Verdict: Is FC 25 Shapeshifters Worth It?

Absolutely. This is one of the most entertaining and creative promos EA has ever done in Ultimate Team. Whether you're after meta-breaking attackers or just want to build a "goalkeeper Crouch" meme squad, there's something for every kind of player.

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