Canada vs South Africa. Path To Glory and Showdown

June 28, 2026

The FIFA World Cup Round of 32 continues today with the clash between Canada and South Africa. The result will have a direct impact on Ultimate Team, as Path to Glory and Showdown players are in line for progression upgrades. Here's a look at every card that could receive boosts depending on today's outcome.

🆠Path To Glory

The winner of the Round of 32 clash between Canada and South Africa could earn the following upgrades:

  • The winning players will receive either a +1 PlayStyle+ or a new PlayStyle, with the final choice determined by EA.
  • If their team wins after Extra Time, the players will also receive 99 Composure and 99 Stamina.
  • If their team wins on Penalties, the players will also receive 99 Penalties, 99 Composure, and 99 Stamina.

92
CB
Makhanya
PAC SHO PAS DRI DEF PHY
94 67 80 84 92 91
PlayStyle 15
PlayStyle 16
PlayStyle 25
94
CDM
Sithole
PAC SHO PAS DRI DEF PHY
94 86 91 92 94 97
PlayStyle 11
PlayStyle 16
PlayStyle 29
96
LB
Davies
PAC SHO PAS DRI DEF PHY
98 86 91 95 96 91
PlayStyle 17
PlayStyle 14
PlayStyle 21
95
ST
David
PAC SHO PAS DRI DEF PHY
98 96 94 96 47 96
PlayStyle 6
PlayStyle 9
PlayStyle 25



🆚 Showdown

According to EA, these players are eligible for up to a +2 OVR upgrade and a fourth PlayStyle+ through progression. The winner of this matchup will receive the next upgrade.

93
ST
Makgopa
PAC SHO PAS DRI DEF PHY
93 95 88 95 55 93
PlayStyle 0
PlayStyle 2
PlayStyle 19
93
LM
Shaffelburg
PAC SHO PAS DRI DEF PHY
97 92 88 93 84 89
PlayStyle 6
PlayStyle 10
PlayStyle 21

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