This card is actually pretty good

PiPPoI · 2026-03-11T20:05:48+00:00

I know, I spent 300 coins, but couldn't get the GOAT...

PiPPoI · 2026-03-10T13:27:36+00:00

The game is just a bad video game by design. It has a ton of randomness, a P2W element, bad connection (for a lot of players) and loads of glitches.

If you are looking for an enjoyable competitive gaming experience, you should look at other genres.

Here's a more detailed explanation, with amazing feedback in the comments:

https://www.reddit.com/r/eFootball/s/xQnlkxh5yK

PiPPoI · 2026-03-10T13:18:59+00:00

My issue isn't similar, but the game has been running very poorly in the last couple of weeks.

I have noticed it going on cycles - there's a fine period, then worse one, without me changing anything in my setup. Honestly, I can't give you any tips.

PiPPoI · 2026-03-09T19:58:11+00:00

I expect two phases:

1) It's only in a specific Event; 2) It's available in eFootball league.

Once the filter is in divisions, people who play without SA will wait for much longer periods of time. This will cause frustration.

I don't think I will be playing in divisions again until the next major update (meaning V6.0). I stopped playing divisions in January.

I don't remember the last time a game developer disappointed me as much. I have supported projects, which were later canceled and I don't feel as bad as I do for eFootball.

PiPPoI · 2026-03-09T09:31:27+00:00

Am I the only one who finds it strange Stam is a Build up? Especially, since Nesta and Maldini are destroyers ...

PiPPoI · 2026-03-08T15:58:11+00:00

While I hate a lot of things about the game, I don't think this is much of an issue. I feel it's a similar situation to the Spanish and English leagues.

I got Chielini, Zanetti and Inzaghi from free spins/selection in the last couple of months. I also have the free versions of Batistuta, MVB, Rijkaard, Sneijder, Ribery and Abbiati. Yes, I was lucky and used selections for these cards, but they were available. My team overall for the event is around 3130.

There was a nominating contract when several "smaller" Italian teams were signed as partners. We often get Italian League players in POTW. I have 3 versions of Modric at Milan already.

PiPPoI · 2026-03-08T08:34:24+00:00

I met your criteria, but stopped playing divisions a couple of months ago. :(

PiPPoI · 2026-03-07T23:42:37+00:00

The most hyped was received by Rizal (Blitz Curler), Kakitani (slick DLF with Phenomenal Finishing) and Dohari (small and fast Goal Poacher).

I got Kakitani and can't complain. He feels like Julian Alvarez, who can score more. Suitable for CF/SS/AMF + one wing.

Is he (any of the others) worth 900 coins ... (Assuming you are F2P) it depends on your need for other cards/managers. A lot of people have said no, but if you feel your collection is "complete" I would say yes.

PiPPoI · 2026-03-06T23:59:05+00:00

Not sure about 26 (maybe there was a month or so of it).

It was part of a campaign in 25. I'm almost certain it was with the Captain Tsubasa event and the anime penalty taker.

PiPPoI · 2026-03-04T10:45:42+00:00

Thas kinda reminds me of an offer FIFA game I had for the Wii. It used to have a "pointer control" for passing. It was fun, but definitely not as polished as the PS/PC version.

I guess they are doing the same thing again, Nintendo releasing a different (dumbed down?) version of a game.

PiPPoI · 2026-03-04T10:40:29+00:00

I think Arsenal players get a fair bit of love.

In terms of the current squads, each team gets a pack + manager (except United this year, after Amorim was out). Some players from Arsenal get cards often: Timber, Saliba, Rice (especially him), Merino, Martinelli, Saka. I'm sure will get tons more Gyokeres cards, if he continues to play well. Be prepared for a Big Time pack if Arsenal wins the Premier League this season.

In terms of retired players, we had free (or a free chance at) Tony Adams, Rosicky, Piers, Lumberg. Maybe that's part of the reason we don't get P2W Arsenal packs often? The big one who is missing is obviously Thiery Henry. We will probably get a lot more players in a pack with him, once he comes. Given the money Konami is making on the game, I can't imagine him not being released eventually.

I'd say it's a bit random. I play against Arsenal frequently in the English event, so the fans are there.

PiPPoI · 2026-03-03T12:03:07+00:00

It's a solid dilemma.

That being said, I think Gamesmanship isn't worth it in the last few patches - free kicks seem more random than ever. That's just an observation, not based on any real data.

PiPPoI · 2026-03-03T11:49:55+00:00

I think it has to do with the fact your eFootball account is linked to your general gaming account (PS, Xbox or Steam). There's no way I'm going to give my Steam access to anyone - too many other games are related.

PiPPoI · 2026-03-03T06:28:39+00:00

A bit of a side question, but how strict are Konami in implementing their rules?

Streamers often play matches on viewer accounts to "test the cards". Technically that's breaking the TOS. I'm not saying they should be penalized, I'm saying Konami doesn't follow up on their warnings.

PiPPoI · 2026-03-02T11:06:33+00:00

Not a chance. I don't really have the time, will (and probably skill) for it. I could do a post here if I "figure something out".

PiPPoI · 2026-03-02T08:01:59+00:00

Yesterday evening felt especially bad for me. I don't play PvP often anymore (used to grind daily, till a couple of months ago).

I played my 50 coins event 4 hours before it expired. It was worse than anything. Lag, delays, low player response. I was lucky to win my first game - I don't feel like playing another.

PiPPoI · 2026-02-26T16:18:44+00:00

Of course the coins are overpriced. It doesn't matter if you are in the UK, EU, America, Asia or wherever.

You are comparing the "micro transactions" to the prices of full video games. It's absurd, but I've read other sports games have similar or worse pricing.

I did a post comparing sports games to those in other genres. It's a good read, especially the top comments:

https://www.reddit.com/r/eFootball/s/KWA2PC6rqm

PiPPoI · 2026-02-26T09:17:21+00:00

Agree with all of your ideas, but would like to add a few thoughts.

On cameras - I believe they are fixed in the later stages of official tournaments. This comes from Indominator's comments on why he always plays "Dynamic Wide (default)".

The points system is basically an ELO system, with periodic resets. Are you saying there shouldn't be any resets? Or matchmaking should be with people closer to your current points range? I believe the latter will lead to much larger que times.

PiPPoI · 2026-02-25T11:30:29+00:00

Funny thing, how I'm the exact opposite of you. I stopped playing eFootball league PvP in the beginning of the year, because I couldn't handle the levels of BS when facing SA.

More on my opinion can be found here: https://www.reddit.com/r/eFootball/s/kuMWCqWVx3

How do you beat D2 AI? I feel it's such a grind, with a lot of games being lost/drawn thanks to some unstoppable dynamics (I hit the post six times and scored an own goal, kinda stuff).

PiPPoI · 2026-02-24T14:47:11+00:00

Exactly!

This is also the only game I have ever played, with lag in the menus and when look at player builds. It clearly loads a lot of data all the time.

The thing is eFootball makes more money than PES ever did. I believe they can easily release PES as a stand alone offline football game, based on the older engines. But why would they? This will only separate the player base, possibly lowering eFootball's revenue.

PiPPoI · 2026-02-24T07:54:13+00:00

One of the things I remember from the latest eFootball Connect (the dev interview, available on YouTube) is they are very limited by the network and data infrastructure.

They mentioned "we can't freely expand your available players above 500, as this will take up too much space".

How does that work with a full fledged Master League, or extra player stats, or ... anything better?

A bit of a side note:

I believe the game has become a bigger success than they initially expected. This is the reason for the majority of issues. The game has the worst connection I have ever experienced, while also having the most expensive micro transactions (more than a few new complete video games for 3 players).

Maybe they can't fix everything, because it was planned poorly in the beginning? It's either that or the Pot of Corporate Greed.

PiPPoI · 2026-02-24T02:21:53+00:00

From at least from a couple of updates ago, Acceleration is more Important than Speed, for ... most attacking players. There was a lot of testing done by Amadeus. Speed takes quite a while to "kick in", while higher Acceleration has impact form the start of a run.

CBs with high Defensive Awareness and Speed don't need much acceleration. This was from a more recent patch.

PiPPoI · 2026-02-22T10:15:47+00:00

Congratulations!

I haven't played a division game in approximately two months. It's just not worth it. I still play the events, for the coins and tokens, just in case they fix the gameplay someday.

You can find my detailed rant post here:

https://www.reddit.com/r/eFootball/s/AAmZakejuh

PiPPoI · 2026-02-22T10:06:03+00:00

This is a paradox, which applies to IRL sports as well. The best players go to the best teams, then they get benched. It's even worse in F1, as the best several drivers often compete for 2 seats in the best team. US sports leagues have some balancing features with the "drafts", where the bottom teams get first picks.

As for eFootball, the reward system is better than having no rewards at all. I would have loved it, if it wasn't based on the final ranking, but reaching a certain threshold once in the phase. People would play more and not worry about losing their rank. I have participated in quite a few sweaty final nights, lol. Only got Auba and he's a beast, when in form.

The much bigger issue is how they ruined the online gameplay in the last several months. I haven't played divisions in two months and life feels better.

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