Messi, Suárez Shine in EA FC 25 MLS Team of the Season
Just when you thought Inter Miami couldn't draw more attention, EA FC 25 puts them front and center with their new MLS Team of the Season. And yep, the big names are exactly who you’d expect: Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez. Both are sitting at the top of the ratings chart—Messi at a monstrous 97 Overall (OVR) and Suárez closely behind at 96 OVR. It’s the kind of rating you only see when players leave a real mark on the league.
Messi’s stats speak for themselves. With 10 goals and 5 assists from just 13 matches, he’s stacking up numbers and highlight reels. These aren’t just tap-ins either—Messi took over against Atlanta, Philadelphia, and New York City, either sealing wins or rescuing valuable points. Fans are calling it a classic Messi campaign, but seeing him do it in Miami pink rather than Barcelona blue still feels surreal.
Luis Suárez slots right in as the perfect partner in crime for Messi. While his 96 OVR suits his goal tally, it’s his chemistry with Messi that makes Inter Miami terrifying up front. Defenders across MLS have had a miserable time this season trying to keep these two quiet—and clearly, EA Sports noticed. Even without seeing Suárez’s full stat line, it’s safe to say every Inter Miami game felt like a Hollywood script with these two on the field.
Defensive Standouts Grab the Spotlight
The attention isn’t just on the flashy goal scorers, though. Atlanta United’s Brad Guzan has been given his due as the veteran steadies the backline week in, week out. His quick reflexes and leadership have made the difference for Atlanta, and he’s pulled off some jaw-dropping saves under pressure. Guzan showing up in the Team of the Season isn't a surprise—MLS followers know he’s still one of the best shot-stoppers around.
Meanwhile, Seattle’s Jackson Ragen has been quietly impressive. Most defenders don’t get a ton of love in awards, but Ragen’s aerial dominance and perfectly timed tackles earned him a place among this elite group. Seattle’s defensive numbers owe a lot to his presence; opposing attackers can tell you how tough it is to shake him off or sneak a ball past him in the air.
The rest of the Team of the Season squad? We’re still waiting for the full list. EA tends to drip-feed information to keep excitement sky-high. But you can expect more MLS regulars who’ve racked up stats or wowed with their consistency to fill out the rest of the roster.
This MLS TOTS drop serves as a teaser before the “Ultimate Team of the Season”—the collection that historically pulls from global superstars in Europe. That’s where you’ll find top-drawer names like Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé, already recognized in LaLiga’s lineup. But for now, Major League Soccer gets its time in the spotlight—a refreshing reminder that stars shine outside Europe too.
