The Black Friday festivities in FIFA 23 have seen the release of new versions of Icon cards, referred to as World Cup Icons. These were launched not only as part of Black Friday celebrations but also to capitalize on the hype of the ongoing World Cup. The most iconic tournament of football in the world is in full swing, and EA Sports has released World Cup Icons in order to pay respect to the legends of the sport. 

Except for Patrick Vieira and Cafu, who were introduced previously as part of the World Cup Swaps rewards, EA made an addition of twelve new World Cup Icons to FIFA 23. There are more to come. The first roster is impressive, and fans are really excited about which Icons are worth the coin investment. 

Know the most overpowered cards amongst the new World Cup Icons in FIFA 23 Ultimate Team: 

1. Ronaldo Nazario 

As the most expensive card in the lineup, it is no surprise that the “O Fenomeno” Ronaldo Nazario is the most coveted and overpowered card among the new World Cup Icons and in FIFA 23. The Brazilian legend won the World Cup in 2002, leading the Selecao attack as well as cementing his legacy as one of the greatest strikers ever to make it a beautiful game. 

Referred to as R9, Ronaldo has been overpowered in FIFA after his inclusion as an icon in FIFA 18. With incredible pace, shooting, dribbling, five-star skills, a five-star weak foot, and custom animations, he is the most broken card in the game and also has a ridiculous price tag in the FUT transfer market. 

2. Johan Cruyff 

Regarding the father of modern-day football due to his approach to football as a coach, Johan Cruyff is defined as one of the greatest players of all time. The former Ballon D’Or winner was a mainstay in the Dutch national side at the time of the peak of the nation’s footballing powers, and his abilities are recreated accurately in FIFA 23. 

Like R9, Cruyff also has five-star skills and a five-star weak foot, which makes him a lethal threat to any defense. While R9 is more of a finisher, Cruyff fits into the playmaker’s role in a proper manner with his sublime dribbling and passing skills.  

3. Eusebio 

Before the days of Luis Figo and Cristiano Ronaldo, Portuguese football was popularized by the enigmatic talent of Eusebio. The legendary Benfica striker is considered one of the most clinical finishers of all time and was a force to be reckoned with. His crowning achievement on the international stage arrived at the time of the 1966 World Cup, where he ended the tournament as the top scorer. 

Eusebio’s capabilities and style of play are reflected in FIFA 23. With a fast pace, sublime dribbling, lethal finishing abilities, and a five-star weak foot, he is an elite-tier attacker in the latest meta of the game. 

4. Zinedine Zidane 

Zinedine Zidane is among the most recognizable names among fans of the beautiful game, with his reputation and superstar status transcending football in his era. He won the World Cup with France in 1998 and led his side to the final in 2006 with his playmaking genius in midfield. 

Zidane’s abilities as a box-to-box midfielder are unrivaled in FIFA 23. He doesn’t only possess well-rounded stats in every aspect of the game, but also has five-star skills and a five-star weak foot, allowing gamers to deploy him in multiple outfield positions. 

5. Emilio Butragueno 

Real Madrid and Spanish legend Emilio Butragueno might not be popular with the fans and casuals, but he is a legend of the sport. Despite not being the most physically domineering attacker, his technical abilities and goal establish him as an elite-tier striker for club and country. He is, at last, getting the recognition he deserves because of his popularity in FIFA. 

Butragueno has been an incredible attacker in FIFA over the years, but with his World Cup Icon version in FIFA 23, he has finally got the upgrade he always wanted. His skill moves have been buffed from three-star to four-star, making him the perfect striker in FIFA 23, on par with the likes of Eusebio.