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Hey everyone! We’re excited to share details on the Nike Phantom Cup, a special limited-time tournament coming to Clubs. Built in collaboration with Nike, this event brings exclusive rewards inspired by the Nike Phantom 6 x EA SPORTS FC Boot.

In this Pitch Notes, we’ll walk you through what to expect from the tournament, how to compete, and the unique rewards you can earn.

**Table of Contents**

- [Event Overview](#event-overview)
- [Nike Phantom Cup (Week 1)](#nike-phantom-cup)
- [Nike Phantom Pro Cup (Week 2)](#nike-phantom-pro-cup)
- [Vanity Items and Rewards](#vanity-items-and-rewards)

## **Event Overview**

The Nike Phantom event brings two Cups to Clubs in EA SPORTS FC™ 26, complete with a full Phantom takeover, with themed visuals, Phantom Kits, banners, and crowd displays.

The competition is split into two stages. Win the first cup to qualify for the second.
## **Nike Phantom Cup**

- **Attempts**: 50
- **Rounds**: 3
- **Rewards**: Nike Phantom 6 x EA SPORTS FC Boots (Black High and White Low editions) plus FC Club Coins. 
- **Dates:** September 29 to October 13


![A close-up shot of Nike sneakers with a dark body and vibrant colours, with the wearer standing on a grassy football pitch.](https://drop-assets.ea.com/images/6BK5S23mkz3bTbhf5KgtB1/d9c8955c5fe212373fe09ea351ce5f2a/Nike_Phantom_High.png?im=AspectCrop=%2816,9%29,xPosition=0.5,yPosition=0.5)

![A close-up shot of Nike sneakers with a light body and vibrant colours, with the wearer standing on a grassy football pitch.](https://drop-assets.ea.com/images/2YmlFPXp3euwztWPTZzadP/d33357998ae02045da916e0df34d84ce/Nike_Phantom_Low.png?im=AspectCrop=%2816,9%29,xPosition=0.5,yPosition=0.5)
## **Nike Phantom Pro Cup**

![In-game menu screen from FC 26 for the Nike Phantom Pro Cup event, showcasing objectives and event status.](https://drop-assets.ea.com/images/1BAHtGrHyBMlv1PbznGTG3/08f7d76533fe9125cc6e49b6e012f39e/Pro_Cup.png?im=AspectCrop=%2816,9%29,xPosition=0.5,yPosition=0.5)

- **Attempts**: 50
- **Rounds**: 4
- **Entry Requirement**: Win the Nike Phantom Cup
- **Rewards**: Nike Phantom Archetype Card Background, Nike Phantom Gloves, Nike Phantom Sleeves, Nike Hair Style and a Nike Face Mask. Plus FC Club Coins and Consumables. 
- **Dates:** October 6 to October 13


![In-game screen from FC 26, showing a Nike Phantom archetype card displayed in a virtual locker room with yellow jerseys hanging in the background.](https://drop-assets.ea.com/images/2RsZy2B8CX5tUHkzJHGMux/d8eccd3c7d65b77fa20983727356bdd4/NikePhantomATPCardBackground.png?im=AspectCrop=%2816,9%29,xPosition=0.5,yPosition=0.5)
## **Vanity Items and Rewards**

Players can earn a wide range of exclusive vanity content during the Nike Phantom event, all tied to tournament performance. 

![In-game screen from FC 26, showcasing various glove options. Nike Phantom Gloves are selected with a player avatar preview.](https://drop-assets.ea.com/images/2ntzjJGoS0r6vvyfvOtoW2/717c5e09ba8e276608b2a3935974d46d/Nike_Phantom_Gloves__Sleeve__Mask.png?im=AspectCrop=%2816,9%29,xPosition=0.5,yPosition=0.5)
### **During the Event (29 Sept –  13 Oct):**

- **Boots**: Win the Final of the Nike Phantom Cup to earn White Low Top Boots. Win the Nike Phantom Cup three times to win the Black High Top boots.
- **Archetype Card**: Exclusive reward for winning the Nike Phantom Pro Cup
- **Consumable:** Win the Nike Phantom Pro Cup three times to receive a 1.5x Multiplier Boost for 5 Clubs matches.

### **Additional Vanity Rewards:**

- **Phantom Hair**: Win the Nike Phantom Pro Cup three times
- **Phantom Sleeves**: Win the Nike Phantom Pro Cup
- **Phantom Gloves**: Score 5 goals and make 5 passes in the Nike Phantom Pro Cup
- **Phantom Mask**: Score 5 goals in the Nike Phantom Pro Cup


Once the tournament ends on October 13, all rewards will no longer be obtainable. Items earned during the event remain evergreen in your collection.

See you on the pitch.

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