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EA FC 24: UEFA Champions League - Road to the Knockouts (RTTK) Tracker explained

Belmin Kopic

Published: 18:30, 14 November 2023

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Key Points from the Article

The UEFA Road to the Knockouts season begins in FIFA 23 Ultimate Team.
Players can receive up to two additional dynamic upgrades for their Road to the Knockouts items in the UEFA Champions League, Europa League, and Europa Conference League.
To receive an upgrade, players must win two remaining matches in the group stage and qualify for the knockout stage of their respective competitions.
Upgrades will be applied to players' items on the Friday following each matchweek, provided their team has earned their second win or mathematically qualified for the next round.
Players who do not feature in the games but still contribute to their team's wins can also be eligible for upgrades.
The "Win 2" upgrade applies to matches won after September 29th, giving players more opportunities to earn upgrades.
Players who qualify for the knockout stages of a lower European competition, such as the Europa League after finishing third in their group, can receive a "qualification upgrade."
In addition, certain players in the UEFA Women's Champions League can receive an extra upgrade due to their early entry into Ultimate Team and the additional qualifying round they must navigate.

EA FC 24: UEFA Champions League - Road to the Knockouts (RTTK) Tracker explained

Dive into the world of EA FC 24 with our UEFA Champions League Road To The Knockouts Tracker (RTTK). Here is how RTTK Cards in the EA SPORTS FC 24 Ultimate Team mode work.

As the Ultimate Team season kicks off with an expanded EA FC 24 UEFA Road to the Knockouts, players can relish more UEFA competitions, thrilling matchdays, and increased opportunities for upgrades.

Immerse yourself in the live drama of the Group Stages across the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, and, for the first time, the UEFA Women’s Champions League.

EA SPORTS FC 24 was launched on September 29 and is accessible on various platforms, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, Nintendo Switch, and Steam.

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The Upgrade Dynamics

Beyond the initial boost at the campaign's start, Road to the Knockouts items have the potential for up to two additional dynamic upgrades.

Let's break down the criteria for these upgrades in each league:

UEFA Champions League

Win 2 Remaining Matches in Group Stage (+1 IF Upgrade)
Qualify for Knockouts (+1 IF Upgrade)

Players	Calendar and results	2 wins + 1 IF upgrade	Qualify round of 16 + 1IF upgrade
Haaland	Leipzig vs Man City	Upgrade completed	Upgrade completed
Lewandowski	Porto vs Barcelona	Upgrade completed	Upgrade completed
Modric	Napoli vs Real Madrid	Upgrade completed	Modric upgrade completed
Fernandes	Man Utd vs Galatasaray	1/2	-
Osimhen	Napoli vs Real Madrid	1/2	-

Note: The table showcases a few players; just to explain how it works.

UEFA Europa League and Conference League

Win 2 Remaining Matches in Group Stage (+1 IF Upgrade)
Qualify for Knockouts (+1 IF Upgrade)

Players	Calendar and results	2 wins + 1 IF upgrade	Qualify round of 16 + 1IF upgrade
Diaz	Liverpool vs USG	Upgrade completed	Upgrade completed
Joao Pedro	Marseille vs Brighton	Upgrade completed	Upgrade completed
Gotze	PAOK vs E. Frankfurt	Upgrade completed	Upgrade completed
Aouar	Roma vs Servette	Upgrade completed	Upgrade completed
David	Klak. vs Lille	1/2	-

Note: The table showcases a few players; just to explain how it works.

Official FAQs Unveiled

When will players be upgraded in-game?

Upgrades will go live on the Friday of each matchweek, following a club earning their second win of the Group Stage or after mathematically qualifying for the next round.

Does the player have to play to receive upgrades?

Road to the Knockouts upgrades are solely based on team performance, making a player eligible even if they don't feature in the games.

Which matches count towards the "Win 2" upgrade?

Each Group Stage match won after September 29th contributes towards the "Win 2" upgrade, offering players more matchdays to earn these upgrades.

Will these players continue to be upgraded after the Group Stage?

Road to the Knockouts players won't receive upgrades during the Knockout Stages, but anticipate more opportunities in future UEFA competition campaigns in EA SPORTS FC 24.

What happens if a team places third and qualifies for the Knockout Stages of a lower European competition?

To earn the "qualification upgrade," a player's team must reach the Knockout Stages of their current competition, limiting this boost to teams finishing 1st or 2nd in their group.

Why are the UEFA Women’s Champions League players eligible for an additional upgrade?

In celebration of the UEFA Women’s Champions League's debut in Ultimate Team and RTTK, certain players have the chance for an extra upgrade. This is due to their early entry into Ultimate Team, requiring them to navigate an additional qualifying round to reach the Group Stage.