What to expect from EA FC 25 Rush Mode?

EA Sports introduces a new game mode in EA FC 25 called Rush Mode. This article will discuss everything there is to EA FC 25 Rush Mode.

What is EA FC 25 Rush?

With the release of EA FC 25, developer EA Sports is also launching a new game mode called Rush. The new mode aims to offer a fast-paced, social five vs. five soccer experience, maintaining the feel and techniques of 11 vs. 11. Unlike its predecessor, Volta, Rush will not be a standalone game mode but integrates in various ways into the well-known Ultimate Team, Clubs, Career, and Kick-off modes.

How do you play EA FC 25 Rush?

Rush is played five vs. five on a modified smaller field. You and three friends control the four outfield players, while the goalkeeper is AI-controlled, as you are used to. However, just like in 11 vs. 11, one player on the team can control the keeper's movements.

When both teams are ready to start, it's time for the first rule adjustment. In Rush, the game doesn't start with a kickoff; instead, the first possession is determined by a race to the ball.

Once underway, you will encounter three significant changes compared to a regular match, aside from the smaller field. Firstly, the offside rule is modified, so instead of being offside at the halfway line, you can only be offside in the final third of the field. Secondly, severe fouls are no longer punished with yellow or red cards but with blue cards. If a player receives a blue card, they must leave the field for 1 minute or until the opponent scores.

Lastly, penalties in Rush are a thing of the past. There is still a penalty area, but if a foul is committed on a player within it, a one vs. one shootout ensues between the fouled player and the opposing team's keeper. The player has a maximum of 10 seconds to score.

EA FC 25 Rush in the Different Game Modes

Unlike its predecessor Volta, Rush will not have a dedicated game mode but will be part of the existing EA FC modes. Each mode will have a slightly different setup that aligns with the existing progression and reward systems.

EA FC 25 Ultimate Team Rush

In Ultimate Team, you can use the player items from your club in Rush. You can always control your favourite players or build specific synergies with your teammates during special events to complete challenges that can yield significant bonuses for your 11 vs 11 teams.

EA FC 25 Clubs Rush

In Clubs Rush, you play for both your position on the world ranking and that of your club. Whether you play solo or with your best friends, you must cooperate to climb as high as possible and unlock the best rewards.

EA FC 25 Career Mode and Kick-Off Rush

Kick-Off will have its own Rush format, a normal friendly match. You can choose from all available teams and see if certain rivalries are decided differently on a smaller field.

In Career Mode, Rush allows you to be more directly involved in the development of your young, talented players. You no longer need to complete boring, repetitive exercises to make players progress; you can engage with them.

More EA FC 25

EA Sports FC 25 is the newest game from developer EA, and the first one bearing the new name after EA and FIFA could not come to an agreement. We do not expect the game to change fundamentally, but obviously, this will change in terms of support and how you would go about searching. Overall, we recommend checking out the best our overview of EA FC 25 Rush Mode, how to get a headstart with the EA FC 25 Web App & Companion App, the best EA FC 25 formations and what EA FC 25 Edition to choose.