All sports game is destined to keep a tight link with excitement and intensity. EA FC series can be counted as a vivid example. High-scoring thrill rides can be seen anywhere, which is largely down to the hard work of those attacking talent.

Forward features fast move and quick responsiveness. A good forward is often the focus of the entire game and can largely determine whether the team can win. Whether it is overtaking the score in the final round or leading with an absolute advantage, the forward’s contribution has always been the greatest. It can even be said that they are the real game changers.

If you want to keep competitive in these rollercoaster affairs, you need to bing the slickest sharpshooters - forward in your squad. This article will detail the 10 highest-rated forwards that are on offer.

10. Lionel Messi - 88 OVR

Although Lionel Messi is primarily categorized as an RW in FIFA 25, as an eight-time Ballon d’Or winner, he still has ST as an alternation. Time flies, this Inter Miami forward is no longer at the culmination of his fantastical powers and lose his advantage day by day when comparing to those promising young players. But he still gets 88 overall with some formidable stats.

Although Messi is short and may not fit the stereotypical impact of a forward, with his remarkable passing, shooting and dribbling, he has the qualifications to lead the entire team.

9. Robert Lewandowski - 88 OVR

If you are a fan of Robert Lewandowski, then you must be pride of the odds of scoring. Whatever the league, whatever the arena, Robert Lewandowski is destined to score goals. We can not help applaud and claiming this Poland international for his excellent excellence on the court.

Although he gets 88 overall, his pace of 75 contributes a trouble. But this also reflects the excellence of his other stats from the side.

Lewandowski will still remain his merit of 88 shooting if he picks the ball up within 35 yards of the opposition goal.

8. Ada Hegerberg - 89 OVR

Similar to Lewandowski, former Ballon d’Or winner Ada Hegerberg has to face the challenge of slow pace in arena of Ultimate Team. However, with women’s football being introduced in Career Mode, this Norway striker will definitely raise the attention of managers.

With the support of fabulous ability of shooting, Hegerberg has successfully helped France earn the qualification of Champions League final.

7. Sophia Smith - 89 OVR

It is obviously that share the same overall with Hegerberg. But the specific stats are very different. For an instance, Smith will not be troubled by 93 pace, together with 86 shooting, 89 dribbling and 84 physical will definitely make her a game-changer.

Smith is also capable of playing on the right wing. As an ideal advanced forward in FC 25, she can score by passing the ball high to the opponent’s defenders.

6. Lautaro Martinez - 89 OVR

Lautaro Martinez has embraced excellent achievements in the recent days, such as stellar performance in 2023/24 season, win nine Serie A and Copa America championship, achieving top scorer award and so on. All these admirable results have contributed to his upgrade in FIFA 25. The 89 overall demonstrate his relentless hard work for a year.

This Inter striker is viewed as an all-rounder in the game. By advantage of exceptional shooting and great dribbling, his average pace is being accelerated further. Four-star weak foot along with skill moves are other two merits he owns.

5. Sam Kerr - 90 OVR

An anterior cruciate ligament tear destroyed Sam Kerr’s 2023/24 campaign, but she still claimed the championship of Women’s Super League title with Chelsea.

Although she is absent from Summer Olympics in Paris, her overall rating keep the same as last year.

Comparing to last season, this Australian forward’s stats remain basically unchanged. Despite the inevitable decline in physical fitness, her playing style remains as unstoppable as ever.

4. Harry Kane - 90 OVR

Harry Kane is highly adaptable. After deciding to move to Bayern Munich in 2023, this England skipper concluded his debut by scoring an unbelieving ​​44 goals in just 45 matches. Unfortunately, he still missed his trophy in the end.

Despite his bad luck, he still ranks among the top players overall in EA FC 25 with his game-high 93 shooting.

3. Vinicius Junior - 90 OVR

While being categorized as a LW in FC 25, Vinicius Junior can also take the burden of forward in the game. This Brazil and Real Madrid superstar has demonstrated his strength to lead the line in 2023/24, especially in the 4-3-1-2 set-up, he is available to exert his merits to maximum. He used this advantage to win the Champions League and La Liga.

Equipped with 95 pace and obvious enhancement in the aspects of shooting, passing and dribbling, Vinicius Junior has attracted plenty of managers to contain him into their team. And if you are one of them, remember to strike first, embracing him by costing some FC 25 Coins directly.

2. Erling Haaland - 91 OVR

Even with injuries, Erling Haaland still managed to score 38 goals in 45 games. It is undoubtably that he is the most devastating finisher at present.

This Norwegian sharpshooter has claimed the victory in Premier League and won competition’s Golden Boot. You are definitely amazed at his speed, power and finishing ability.

1. Kylian Mbappe - 91 OVR

This French forward has successfully transferred from Paris Saint-Germain to Real Madrid this summer.

Mbappe’s overwhelming power is bound to lead him to greatness in Santiago Bernabeu, which has further contribute his incredibly expensive acquisition on EA FC.

That’s all about the top 10 forwards in FIFA 25. Here comes good news that if you enter IGGM discord now, you will find there is a Giveaway channel where 1000k Coins will be distributed evenly to 5 lucky players in a way of drawing. And it the eventual results will be disclosed on October 7. Thanks for reading.