FIFA 27 Destined For Glory Team 2 officially launched on October 2, 2026 at 6 PM BST. This roster update brings together many world football superstars, led by Haaland, and introduces a new batch of players with enhanced stats for Ultimate Team mode. Of course, the new squad is just the beginning; the launch of Destined For Glory Team 2 also introduces brand-new Objectives, the first-ever Ultimate Gauntlet, the latest Player of the Month SBCs, and much more. Ready? Let's take a look! Destined For Glory Team 2 Squad Destined For Glory Team 2 lineup features a powerful mix of attackers, midfielders, and defenders. Many of these player cards stand out thanks to upgraded stats, new PlayStyles, and versatile positional flexibility. The full Team 2 roster is as follows: 91 OVR ST Haaland 89 OVR CB Upamecano 88 OVR RM Diani 88 OVR LB Cucurella 87 OVR CAM Nico Paz 87 OVR LW Caicedo 86 OVR ST Lookman 86 OVR LW Gordon 86 OVR RM Mbeumo 86 OVR CB Kiwior 85 OVR CAM Mateus Fernandes 85 OVR CAM Maza 85 OVR CB Cresswell 85 OVR CM McKennie 85 OVR LB Gosens Compared to their standard versions, many of these cards feature significantly boosted stats and ratings, making Team 2 lineup highly attractive for players looking to upgrade their Ultimate Team squads. 91-Rated Erling Haaland Leads Team 2 The standout star of FC 27 Destined For Glory Team 2 lineup is undoubtedly Erling Haaland, boasting a 91 overall rating. His player card combines outstanding pace, shooting, and physical attributes, and is equipped with several powerful PlayStyles, including: Quick Step+ Finesse Shot Chip Shot Power Shot Precision Header Low Driven Shot Gamechanger Enforcer Haaland not only possesses exceptional physicality and potent finishing ability, but his upgraded dribbling stats also make him a more well-rounded player than his standard version. If you want to boost his passing and dribbling while maintaining his overall attacking threat, Engine Chemistry Style is a particularly useful choice. With his size, strength, finishing, and upgraded technical attributes, Haaland is undoubtedly the most sought-after star player card in Destined For Glory Team 2 lineup. Diani, Lookman, and Other Top Attackers Kadidiatou Diani is another major highlight of Team 2 squad. Her card boasts excellent pace and dribbling, along with PlayStyles such as Low Driven Shot+, Finesse Shot, Gamechanger, and Technical, making her a highly dangerous attacking option. Her versatility is also a huge asset; she can adapt to the right-wing attacking position, offering greater flexibility when building your squad. Meanwhile, Ademola Lookman and Anthony Gordon provide additional options for players seeking fast wingers. Moisés Caicedo and Marc Cucurella Stand Out in Defense Of course, Destined For Glory update isn't limited to attackers; the defensive players are equally impressive. Moisés Caicedo possesses a well-rounded midfield skillset, combining pace, passing, dribbling, shooting, and defensive attributes. His PlayStyles include Technical+, Finesse Shot, Chip Shot, Low Driven Shot, Inventive, First Touch, and Quick Step. Marc Cucurella is another defender in Team 2 worth noting. Beyond his boosted pace, he offers excellent defensive capabilities, solid passing, strong physicality, and good dribbling skills. Additionally, he possesses PlayStyles such as Jockey+, Block, Press Proven, and Relentless, making him a highly attractive option for players seeking a defensive full-back. Ultimate Gauntlet Arrives In addition to brand-new players, the arrival of Destined For Glory Team 2 also brings the first Ultimate Gauntlet event in FUT 27. Ultimate Gauntlet event consists of two rounds, giving you 10 attempts per day to enter the challenge. Complete objectives—such as winning matches—to earn rewards ranging from Skill Points and packs to Cosmetic Evolutions. Notably, the headline reward for Destined For Glory promo is Gonçalo Ramos player card, providing players with a strong incentive to participate in and complete Ultimate Gauntlet. Currently, FC 27 Ultimate Gauntlet 1 features a total of 10 objectives, detailed in the table below: Task Rewards Score at least 1 goal in 14 separate matches in the Ultimate Gauntlet 1 80+ Gold Players Pack x7 Score at least 1 goal in 10 separate matches in the Ultimate Gauntlet 1 80+ Gold Players Pack x7 Win both matches in a single Ultimate Gauntlet 1 round, three times 84+ Gold Players Pack x3 Win both matches in a single Ultimate Gauntlet 1 round, twice 82+ Gold Players Pack x5 Win both matches in a single Ultimate Gauntlet 1 round 81+ Gold Players Pack x7 Win 5 matches in the Ultimate Gauntlet 1 77+ Gold Players Pack x7 Win 3 matches in the Ultimate Gauntlet 1 75+ Gold Players Pack x7 Win 1 match in the Ultimate Gauntlet 1 100 SP Score at least 1 goal in 4 separate matches in the Ultimate Gauntlet 1 Backline Conductor Evolution Score 1 goal in the Ultimate Gauntlet 1 Score 1 goal in the Ultimate Gauntlet 1 One notable detail is that players only need to complete eight of the available objectives. This offers flexibility, meaning you don't have to fulfill every single specific requirement. Gonçalo Ramos Objective Card Gonçalo Ramos player card serves as the main player reward for this Ultimate Gauntlet 1 event. His card attributes are as follows: Pace: 82 Shooting: 85 Passing: 70 Dribbling: 82 Defending: 55 Physical: 83 4-Star Weak Foot Additionally, he possesses PlayStyles such as Finesse Shot, Precision Header, Aerial Fortress, and Press Proven. While these may not be as spectacular as the stats on some of the top-tier Team 2 cards, his 84 overall rating makes him a free option worth considering for players willing to complete Ultimate Gauntlet. New Player of the Month SBCs Next up is our favorite segment: Player of the Month SBCs. With Raphinha announced as La Liga's Player of the Month for September, he takes center stage in this series of SBCs.  Raphinha boasts not only 4-star Skill Moves and Weak Foot but also a variety of attacking PlayStyles—such as Quick Step, Rapid, Relentless, and Power Shot. Combined with his positional versatility, he is undoubtedly a rare, multi-faceted asset for your squad. However, the main issue is the cost. Completing Raphinha Player of the Month SBC requires approximately 1.3 million gems—translating to an investment of nearly 1.2 million FC 27 coins. Given that this card is available for a limited time only, this is undeniably a steep price to pay. Saving up 1.3 million gems is no easy feat for players. Furthermore, completing this SBC offers virtually no packs or other substantial rewards in return. While these streamlined SBCs are fun and generally beneficial for team building, I feel this Raphinha card simply isn't worth such a massive investment. The high price tag is particularly hard to justify when compared to his tradeable Gold and special versions, which offer comparable overall stats. Final Thoughts FC 27 Destined For Glory Team 2 release offers far more than just a new lineup of players. Headlined by the 91-rated superstar Erling Haaland, the event is a major draw, while players like Upamecano, Cucurella, and Caicedo provide a wealth of high-quality options across various positions. Additionally, the brand-new Ultimate Gauntlet gives players another way to earn rewards and acquire Gonçalo Ramos. Meanwhile, the latest SBC lineup is diverse, featuring everything from the high-value Player of the Month Raphinha to a range of much more affordable player cards. Overall, FIFA 27 Destined For Glory Team 2 introduces a host of exciting new player cards worth chasing, with powerful options spanning every position—from elite attackers to versatile midfielders and defenders. Don't wait—add them to your squad now and give your team's overall strength a major boost!

WoW Forever has just released the first major update of its beta phase, marking a significant milestone: the level cap for all characters has finally been raised from 20 to 30. Alongside this level cap increase, the update opens up new zones in Azeroth and introduces additional class abilities, new dungeon content, and more systems for players to test. The beta servers went down for maintenance on October 1 (PDT); the servers are expected to be inaccessible for several hours during the deployment of the new version. Once the update goes live, the level cap will be extended to 30. However, not all content associated with the level 30 cap is launching simultaneously. While some features have been officially confirmed, others have been announced for testing in later stages of the beta. WoW Forever Beta Development Notes are quite extensive; if you don't have time to read them word-for-word, this guide summarizes all the key information you need to know. Let's take a look! Level Cap Raised from 20 to 30 Undoubtedly, the most significant change in this WoW Classic+ beta update is the increase of the level cap to 30. It is worth noting that level 30 is expected to be the final level cap for the current beta phase, remaining in effect until the beta concludes on October 21. Core Class Abilities Unlocked with the Level Extension The new level range means more than just ten additional levels. During this progression, multiple classes will gain important abilities that will significantly alter their build mechanics. Notable ability unlocks include: Warriors: Berserker Stance and Intercept Hunters: Feign Death Shamans: Windfury Weapon Druids: Travel Form Warlocks: Felhunter and Hellfire Mages: Counterspell and Cone of Cold Additionally, characters will have a total of 21 talent points available upon reaching level 30, allowing for greater flexibility in specialization development. Wisely investing your points in these new abilities will have a major impact on both PvE and PvP gameplay.  It is worth noting that this update significantly reduces the cost of respecialization; resetting your talent tree now costs only 1 silver. This allows beta players to experiment with various talent builds more freely, without the worry of repeatedly paying steep reset fees. New Dungeons for the Level 30 Excavation Site As one of the key PvE additions in this beta update, Excavation Site is a dungeon located in Wetlands. Alliance players can reach the dungeon via Menethil Harbor, while the journey for Horde players is somewhat longer, requiring them to traverse Hillsbrad Foothills and Arathi Highlands to reach the Wetlands. Consequently, unlocking the flight paths at Tarren Mill and Hammerfall beforehand is recommended to speed up your progress. The official recommended level range for this dungeon is 26–31, making it an ideal destination for players in the 20–30 leveling bracket. City of Dalaran Another highly anticipated dungeon is City of Dalaran. However, unlike Excavation Site, the development team has not yet confirmed whether this dungeon will open immediately with the level 30 update. The current recommended level range for City of Dalaran dungeon is 28–33, meaning only the lower end of its intended range falls within the level cap of the current level 30 beta build. Although there is no official confirmation regarding the opening time for City of Dalaran, preparations in the area are ongoing. Recent changes include faction-specific adjustments and the addition of new monster spawn points outside the city entrance, indicating that this dungeon is a significant part of the upcoming beta content. Dungeon XP Mechanics Adjusted In addition to the new dungeon content, this level 30 update changes how players gain experience through dungeons. Under the latest changes, XP gained from killing monsters inside dungeons has been significantly reduced, while XP earned from completing dungeon quests has been substantially increased. This means that repeatedly grinding the same dungeon solely for monster-kill XP will no longer be as efficient as it once was. Instead, the value of dungeon quests has become significantly more important. For players entering this dungeon for the first time, completing the related quests can provide a considerable amount of WoW Forever gold and XP. Consequently, the most efficient leveling strategy may be to combine dungeon quests with regular quests, rather than simply grinding dungeon mobs. Darkspear Islands: A New 15v15 Battleground Another major feature of the level 30 phase is the brand-new Darkspear Islands battleground. Located off the coast of Kalimdor, this is a 15v15 battleground. Its gameplay revolves around strategic control points and objectives—featuring mechanics similar to the flag capture and defense found in Warsong Gulch, alongside strategic objectives that require teams to control key areas. It is worth noting that while officials have confirmed Darkspear Islands will be playable during the beta, it has not yet been confirmed whether the battleground will launch simultaneously with the Level 30 update. How to Prepare for a Fast Level 30 Push? Players aiming to reach Level 30 quickly can prepare in advance before the new phase begins. Completing Quests Early Without Turning Them In A common preparation strategy is to complete quests ahead of time but hold off on turning them in. World of Warcraft: Forever allows characters to hold up to 40 quests simultaneously, giving players the chance to stockpile a massive amount of quest XP before the level cap increases. High-level quests from zones like Wetlands and Duskwood are particularly beneficial for the level 20–30 progression. However, there is a crucial limitation: the XP awarded by a quest varies based on the relationship between the character's level and the quest's level. For instance, a quest might offer generous XP at Level 19, but the reward could decrease once the character levels up and the quest's difficulty rating shifts to Green. Therefore, when planning a route for turning in quests, players should pay attention to quest levels rather than simply filling their quest logs with every available task.  Forming a Dungeon Group If you plan to tackle the Excavation Site as soon as possible, assembling a group before the servers come back online can save you time. For players nearing Level 24, having a group ready allows for a quick transition to the new dungeon content the moment the level requirement is met. It also minimizes the time spent searching for teammates after the update goes live. What Happens after Level 30? Once you reach Level 30, the leveling progression in the current WoW Forever beta phase effectively halts; as previously mentioned, there have been no official announcements regarding a further increase to the level cap during the beta. Instead, the focus for the remainder of the beta period is expected to be on refining existing content and systems. It is worth noting that officials have hinted at a server slam event following the beta, offering players one last chance to test the game before its official launch, though specific dates and details have yet to be revealed. Additionally, characters and progress from WoW Forever server slam will be wiped prior to the official launch. Players should therefore view the current beta period as an opportunity to explore systems, classes, dungeons, PvP, and other features, rather than a time to pursue permanent progression. Conclusion In summary, the update raising the level cap to 30 marks a significant milestone for WoW Forever. Advancing from Level 20 to 30 offers far more than just ten extra levels. Players will gain class-defining abilities, additional talent points, new dungeon content, adjusted dungeon XP mechanics, and ultimately, the chance to experience an all-new 15v15 battleground. For those preparing to enter this new phase, the key takeaways are: stockpile useful quests, prioritize dungeon quests over simple mob grinding, and form groups to tackle the new dungeon content. At the same time, be sure to keep a close eye on official Forever announcements—IGGM will also provide timely updates—as specific launch dates for several Level 30-related features (particularly the City of Dalaran and Darkspear Islands) have not yet been confirmed. Given that Level 30 is expected to be the final cap for the beta, this phase will provide players with a clearer understanding of WoW Forever before the beta concludes and the game moves toward its official launch.