Messi Leads EA Sports FC 25 MLS Team of the Season

As the Team of the Season (TOTS) event in EA Sports FC 25 approaches its conclusion, the game has revealed one of its most anticipated additions: football icon Lionel Messi.

The eight-time Ballon d`Or recipient leads the lineup of top MLS players, boasting an impressive 97 OVR rating and exceptional stats. His attributes include 98 Dribbling, 97 Passing, 96 Shooting, and 93 Pace, with only Physicality (82) and Defending (45) being less prominent. Despite Inter Miami`s current sixth-place standing in the league, Messi`s presence has been vital. In his 13 appearances, he has contributed significantly with ten goals and five assists.

His performances have frequently been game-changers, notably in victories against Atlanta (2-1) and Philadelphia (2-1), and securing draws against New York City (2-2) and Toronto (1-1). Even in the dominant 5-1 win over Columbus, his two goals and two assists were crucial in securing the wide margin.

Other MLS players have also showcased outstanding form. Here is the complete MLS Team of the Season roster for EA Sports FC 25:

• Lionel Messi — Inter Miami (97 OVR)
• Luis Suárez — Inter Miami (96 OVR)
• Christian Benteke — D.C. United (96 OVR)
• Evander — FC Cincinnati (96 OVR)
• Steven Moreira — Columbus Crew (96 OVR)
• Ricard Puig — Los Angeles Galaxy (95 OVR)
• Emil Forsberg — New York Red Bulls (95 OVR)
• Jordi Alba — Inter Miami (95 OVR)
• Jackson Ragen — Seattle Sounders FC (94 OVR)
• Kristijan Kahlina — Charlotte FC (94 OVR)
• Brad Guzan — Atlanta United (93 OVR)
• Ryan Gauld — Vancouver Whitecaps FC (92 OVR)

In a parallel development, Messi`s longtime rival, Cristiano Ronaldo, also received a 97 OVR card as part of the Saudi Pro League TOTS, matching Messi`s rating. Ronaldo similarly leads his league`s TOTS selection, featuring alongside players like Karim Benzema, Moussa Diaby, and N`Golo Kanté.

Following tradition, EA Sports has also unveiled a `Rest of the World` TOTS, highlighting notable players from various global leagues. Leonardo Fernández of Atlético Peñarol and Ko Seung-beom of Ulsan Hyundai FC are among the top players in this squad, both rated at 96 OVR.