Ultimate Gauntlet 13 is live in FC 26, and it brings one of the better reward hauls the mode has offered in recent weeks. You are looking at multiple Evolution consumables, a stack of high-rated player packs, and a guaranteed promo card waiting at the finish line. The best part? You do not need to complete every single task to claim the full set bonus. Here is everything you need to know to maximize your return from this Gauntlet.
What Is Ultimate Gauntlet in FC 26?
Ultimate Gauntlet is a dedicated game mode inside Ultimate Team where you bring three separate squads and compete to rack up as many wins as possible across a series of rounds. Each round consists of three matches, and your performance across those matches determines which tasks you tick off. The mode rewards both participation and performance, meaning even players who struggle to win consistently can still unlock a solid chunk of the prize pool.
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Ultimate Gauntlet 13 features ten tasks in total. You only need to complete any nine of the ten to unlock the full objective set and claim the completion bonus.What Are All the Ultimate Gauntlet 13 Rewards?
The table below lists every task alongside its corresponding reward. Tasks are split between match participation, goal-scoring across separate matches, and outright wins.
Once you clear nine of these ten tasks, you unlock the completion bonus: 10x 86+ Rare Gold Players Packs. That is a substantial haul of guaranteed walkout-level cards, any of which could contain additional promo items.
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How to Complete Ultimate Gauntlet 13 Efficiently
Which Tasks Should You Prioritize?
The three participation tasks (Play 1, Play 2, Play 3) are automatic pickups. Just show up and those are done. From there, the scoring tasks are generally more forgiving than the win tasks, since you only need to put the ball in the net once per match rather than actually secure three points.
Here is a practical approach to working through the full list:
- Start with participation tasks (Play 1, Play 2, Play 3) to build momentum immediately.
- Focus on scoring in every match to chip away at the Score in 3, Score in 5, Score in 6, and Score in 12 tasks simultaneously.
- Chase wins naturally without forcing risky tactics. The Win 3 and Win 4 tasks will accumulate as long as you play solid, controlled football.
- Win 6 and Score in 12 are the grind tasks. Budget your time accordingly since they require sustained effort across multiple sessions.
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You can skip the single hardest task for you personally. Since only nine of ten completions are required, identify which task clashes most with your playstyle and drop it without losing the set bonus.
Can You Afford to Lose Matches?
Absolutely. The majority of tasks are built around playing and scoring rather than winning outright. If you lose a match but still scored, you are still making progress on four separate tasks at once. This makes Ultimate Gauntlet 13 accessible even if you are not at the top of the competitive ladder.
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Do not abandon matches mid-game. Unfinished matches may not count toward participation or scoring tasks, which could slow your progress toward the completion bonus.
What Is the Best Way to Use the Pack Rewards?
The 86+ Rare Gold Players Packs from the completion bonus are guaranteed walkouts, meaning every single pack will produce a player rated 86 or higher. At minimum, these serve as reliable SBC fodder for high-cost Squad Building Challenges. At best, you pull additional promo cards that could significantly boost your squad or transfer market value.
The lower-tier packs (83+, 84+, 85+) are worth opening before the current promo cycle ends, since promo cards have a higher pack weight during their active period.