Grassroot Greats Event Incoming - Icon & Hero Cards Teased
EA Sports FC Mobile is gearing up for the launch of its brand-new “Grassroot Greats” event, and the hype in the community is already building. This event celebrates the inspiring journeys of footballers who started from humble, local beginnings and climbed through the ranks to become household names - players who went from dusty pitches to the world’s biggest stages.
Theme of the Event
The “Grassroot Greats” chapter is dedicated to footballers with modest roots - those who rose through small-town clubs, local academies, and grassroots leagues before achieving global recognition. It’s about undeniable legacies born from dedication and passion, bringing a mix of nostalgic Icons and fan-favourite Heroes to the game.
Official Teaser & Live Stream Announcement
EA Sports has already dropped an in-game news notification announcing an exclusive live stream on 13 August at 19:00 UTC. During the stream, they will showcase
- A first look at the Grassroot Greats chapter.
- All new player cards with their OVRs, positions, and traits.
- Shard costs for redeeming the players.
- Event rewards and grind-to-earn mechanics.
However, before this stream, EA stirred up excitement by posting a mysterious card teaser on its social media handles.
What the Teaser Reveals
The teaser doesn’t directly show player faces or names. Instead, it reveals only the OVR, position, nationality, and whether the card is an Icon or a Hero. This has kicked off a wave of speculation across the FC Mobile community.
Likely Player Predictions
Based on the given hints, the community has narrowed down some highly likely names
111 OVR ST from France (Hero) – Jean-Pierre Papin or Sidney Govou.
111 OVR LM from Brazil (Hero) – Zé Roberto.
111 OVR LB from Brazil (Icon) – Roberto Carlos or Marcelo.
The Marcelo Hype
The inclusion of Marcelo is particularly exciting for long-time players. While Marcelo had cards in FC Mobile during his playing career, he has not received any card after retiring. If he’s added in this event, it will almost certainly be as an Icon card, marking his debut in that category - and a huge nostalgic moment for fans of his career.
When to Expect the Event
The “Grassroot Greats” event is expected to launch this Thursday (UTC), matching both the teaser timeline and the daily login calendar hints. The final confirmation - along with full player art, stats, and shard costs - will be made during the 13 August live stream.
Why the Final Reveal Will Matter
If these guesses are accurate, this event could become one of the most exciting content drops of the season, not only for adding nostalgic Icons and Heroes but also for celebrating the underdog-to-legend stories that resonate deeply with football fans.