The latest Showdown SBC featuring Jacob Murphy is live in FIFA 23 Ultimate Team. Players can attempt the dedicated Squad Building Challenge to get their hands on the Englishman's boosted card. It also has the potential to get new upgrades depending on how the upcoming English Premier League matchup between Newcastle vs. Manchester City goes on Saturday, March 4.
The Showdown promo has been going strong in FIFA 23 as objectives, and Squad Building Challenges about the series have provided regular content to FUT enthusiasts. What's unique about the Showdown cards is that their upgrade paths depend on IRL results. The cards are usually released in pairs depending on real-life matchups, lending the challenges a more active connection to worldwide footballing competitions.
Here's a quick guide to completing the Jacob Murphy Showdown SBC with a short card analysis to help players decide whether attempting the challenge is worth it.
As mentioned before, the Showdown series pits upgraded cards from opposing sides in an upcoming matchup against each other. The card from the winning side is set to get +2 upgrades, while a draw gives both a +1, with the loser getting zilch. For the upcoming Manchester City vs. Newcastle fixture, EA has picked John Stones and Jacob Murphy as the representative cards from the two teams.
The matchup is crucial for both, as Manchester City needs a win to stay in the title race against Arsenal. At the same time, Newcastle tries to get into the top four for a Champions League finish as the Premier League enters its final stages.
FIFA 23 players looking to get their hands on the Jacob Murphy Showdown card must follow these requirements for the two SBC tasks.
Rewards: 1x Small Gold Players Pack
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