Ronald Koeman Thunderstruck Icon SBC Guide in EA FC 26

EA FC 26 has released a brand new Ronald Koeman Thunderstruck Icon SBC, and it is already one of the most talked about defensive SBCs of the Thunderstruck promo. Koeman arrives as an 89-rated CB Icon, offering elite defensive stats, long passing quality, strong set piece ability, and extremely flexible chemistry roles.

Because Thunderstruck cards can gain boosts depending on real-world club and in-game performance conditions, Koeman has upgrade potential, giving this SBC additional long-term value compared to a standard Icon SBC.

Koeman SBC Overview

• Player: Ronald Koeman
• Rating: 89 CB
• Promo: Thunderstruck Icon
• Total SBC Cost: Approx 358K to 360K coins

Koeman fits into any squad thanks to full chemistry and offers powerful PlayStyles in defensive and CDM roles. He is an ideal high-end option for players who want a consistent, reliable backline anchor.

All SBC Requirements and Cheapest Solutions

Below is a clean breakdown of every segment included in the SBC along with the cheapest squad options.

1. On a Loan

Requirements

• Min Squad Rating 82
• 11 players
  Reward: Koeman 5-match Loan

Cheapest Solution Players
Joao Cancelo 84
Doan 82
Kaneryd 82
Lorena 82
Vanaken 80
Rajkovic 80
El Kaabi 80
Leroux 80
Nerea Nevado 80
Tarkowski 80
Diogo Costa 84

2. Clockwork Orange

Requirements

• Min Squad Rating 85
• At least 1 Netherlands player
• 11 players

Cheapest Solution Players
Tonali 86
Upamecano 85
Schick 85
Nnadozie 85
Schuller 86
Minge 84
Lawrence 84
Nusken 84
Damaris Egurrola 84
Diogo Costa 84
Barcola 84

3. Top-notch

Requirements

• Min Squad Rating 86
• At least 1 TOTW player
• 11 players

Cheapest Solution Players
Sommer 87
Berger 87
Tonali 86
Palmer 87
Kvaratskhelia 87
Earps 84
Minge 84
Sancet 84
Alex Baena 84
Acerbi 84
De Vrij 84

4. King of Free Kicks

Requirements

• Min Squad Rating 87
• At least 1 FC Barcelona player
• 11 players

Cheapest Solution Players
Griezmann 85
Ederson 85
Pajor 88
Gabriel 88
Irene Paredes 88
Saka 88
Katoto 88
Joao Cancelo 84
Diogo Costa 84
Damaris Egurrola 84
James 85

5. League Legend

Requirements

• Min Squad Rating 88
• At least 1 LALIGA EA SPORTS player
• 11 players

Cheapest Solution Players
Reiten 88
Pajor 88
Unai Simon 85
Osimhen 87
Ona Batlle 86
Irene Paredes 88
Gabriel 88
Tonali 86
Katoto 88
Saka 88
Shaw 90

88 Rated Squad

(You can use this variation if fodder prices shift)

Reiten 88
Lewandowski 88
David Raya 87
Pedri 89
Irene Paredes 88
Ona Batlle 86
Osimhen 87
Marquinhos 87
Saka 88
Campos 88
Gabriel 88

Verdict

Koeman is absolutely worth completing if you need a top-tier defensive Icon who offers flexibility, elite passing, and upgrade potential.
At around 360K coins, he delivers strong value, especially with the Thunderstruck upgrade path.