FUT 23 DRAFT
FUT 23 Draft is a paid tournament game mode where you play a series of up to four matches either offline or online.

FUT Draft Explained
FUT Draft is a game mode within FIFA 23 Ultimate Team that allows you to draft your team to challenge other players in up to four matches. You can choose if you want to test your game and team-building skills with
Also known as Draft Mode or Ultimate Draft, it requires you to make a payment for participating. This
Following your entry, you will be prompted to select your game difficulty (only for single-player) and your squad’s formation from a list of five options. Following formation selection, you must choose a Captain from a pool of five superstars. Then you must complete the rest of your 23-man squad by selecting players for each position from a five-player random draw.
Finally, you must select a manager from a pool of five managers randomly. The formation, players, and manager you choose will be your default selections throughout the series of matches. Your squad’s Team Chemistry and Team Rating will impact how you play on the field.
A FUT Draft competition series contains
As you progress throughout the competition, you will earn better rewards. FUT Draft rewards include FUT packs, coins, and Draft Mode Token. The best rewards are earned by winning four matches in a row. You will still get rewarded even if you lose your first match.
Compared to Single Player Draft Mode, Online Draft Mode has better rewards. However, you only receive them at the end of your campaign.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is FUT 23 Draft?
FUT 23 Draft is a game mode within FIFA Ultimate Team. Playing it, you can test your team-building skills by picking the best fit for each position from a five-player draw. Then, draft a squad and challenge opponents in a series of up to four matches to win rewards for your club.
How does FUT Draft work?
Take your squad to the pitch and challenge your opponents in a four-match series. Compete in single-player or online against opponents across the world. You’ll earn better rewards as you progress. Earn the best rewards by winning four matches in a row.
Step-by-step instructions:
Step-by-step instructions:
- From FUT, go to ‘Play’ and choose ‘Online Draft’ or ‘Single Player Draft’;
- Choose one of five different formations.
The formation you pick will be your default formation throughout the series of matches; - Pick your Captain from a set of five superstars.
- Fill out the rest of your 23-person squad by picking players for each position from a random draw of five players. Once you choose your starting XI, Bench, and Reserves, you can move players around to improve your Chemistry rating.
Why is it called Draft Mode?
FUT Draft mode allows you to build a squad for your club from scratch with a random set of high-quality players which you may not already have their cards in your club. The Draft mode allows you to experience building a high-quality squad while you can learn about the team & players’ chemistry, formation settings, and in general, forming a good team in FUT.
Technically, FIFA 23 Draft mode is a test drive for you to see which players from which leagues and nationality you can go to form a FUT squad. In FUT Draft mode, you don’t spend coins/points to get player cards – except for the competition entry; this will help you to draft out a team in action and improve your knowledge of how to fit the players in a team, as well as how to improve your gameplay with that team while you are achieving prizes and earning coins.
Technically, FIFA 23 Draft mode is a test drive for you to see which players from which leagues and nationality you can go to form a FUT squad. In FUT Draft mode, you don’t spend coins/points to get player cards – except for the competition entry; this will help you to draft out a team in action and improve your knowledge of how to fit the players in a team, as well as how to improve your gameplay with that team while you are achieving prizes and earning coins.
When was FUT Draft released for the first time?
FUT Draft was released for the first time in FIFA 16.
What is the Draft's competition format?
A FIFA 23 Draft competition series contains four knockout matches to play. You must win to qualify for the next match, which means a loss will eliminate your team from the series. The higher you go, the stronger opponent you will face, and the higher you finish in the competition, the bigger the rewards will be.
Is it possible to play FUT Draft online?
Yes. This mode is available for single player and online.
Why is FUT 23 Draft so popular?
The popularity of this mode is because you can try new players and new items.
How do I start playing FUT Draft?
To play Draft mode, you first must choose your formation, pick a captain, build your team and select a manager.
Can I choose any formation?
No. As it happens with the players, there is a random selection of five formations to pick. Start your FUT 23 Draft by choosing the one you like most. Choose wisely: the formation you pick will remain as your default formation throughout the series of matches.
Can I change the formation?
No. You can only change the formation after you lose or start over again.
Why do I have to pick a captain?
The captain is the first player you must choose for your FUT Draft squad. Usually, he is the best player on your team. In the five-player draw, you will have to pick the other positions based on this choice.
How do I build the rest of my squad?
After selecting your captain, fill out the rest of your 23-man squad by picking players for each position from a random draw of five players. You’ll be faced with interesting team-building challenges: do you grab the best, highest, the most rated player in that position or focus on maximizing team Chemistry? Try different combinations to see what works best for you. After selecting your starting XI, Bench, and Reserves, you can move players around to improve your Chemistry rating.
Do I have to pick all my players?
No, you don’t. Just look at the bottom of your screen. There is a button to auto-complete your squad.
Is the random draw exclusive for NIF items?
No. Any FUT player may appear in the draft, including Icons, special and in-forms. With that kind of variety, the FIFA 23 Draft is a great opportunity for all gamers to try some of the best players.
Can previous IFs appear in FUT Draft?
Yes, not just during their current week. For example, TOTY players can show up after TOTY is over.
Are Icons available on FUT Draft?
Yes, but Prime versions are only available at selected times.
Can I use my own players for Draft matches?
No. You can only use the players and managers given to you by the system in FUT Draft mode.
Can I swap or sell my players?
No. These players are not yours. There is no market in Draft mode. You pick your squad and need to keep with them until you have a fresh start.
Can I keep Draft players for other modes?
No. You can use them only while winning at most four matches. Then, you will have to pick a new squad to play FUT Draft. Draft players can only be used in Draft mode. However, you can use the rewards you win in this mode to improve your original FUT squad.
How will my choices affect me on the pitch?
Your squad will have Team Chemistry and Team Rating, which will affect your gameplay on the pitch. Besides that, the selected players don’t play all the same way.
How do I enter in the FUT Draft mode?
From the main FUT screen, go to [Play] and select Draft.
Who can play FUT Draft?
Every PlayStation, Xbox, or PC player who owns a FUT Club is eligible to enter the Draft mode. To play, they also need to pay an entry fee.
When do FUT Draft can be played?
This game mode has been available every day since the first day.
Is Co-op available in FUT Draft?
No, it is not available.
Who are my opponents in FIFA Draft?
If you are playing FUT 23 Draft Single Player mode, the teams you will be playing against are real clubs from teams controlled by CPU. However, in FUT Draft Online mode, you will face the other FUT Draft mode players connected to EA online servers.
What about the disconnections?
Disconnections in Draft mode matches will follow the same DFN rules as other game modes. Be sure to have a good connection because you’ll lose your progress if you get disconnected. Don’t forget to take a look at our connection guide.
How many times can I play FUT Draft?
You can play it as often as you pay for the FUT Draft entry.
Can I choose the match difficulty?
Yes. You can choose the match difficulty in single-player matches. It will affect the number of coins received per game but not the winning rewards.
Which Difficulty Levels are available?
Before entering a Single Player Draft mode competition, you need to choose your game difficulty, which will determine your competition prizes; the higher difficulty you choose, the better rewards you will earn at the end of the competition. You cannot change the game difficulty level during your Draft Single Player campaign. Below is the list of difficulty selections, including its difficulty breakdown information.
Beginner | 10% | 20% | 15% |
Amateur | 20% | 40% | 30% |
Semi-Pro | 40% | 50% | 50% |
Professional | 50% | 70% | 60% |
World Class | 75% | 80% | 80% |
Legendary | 90% | 90% | 90% |
Ultimate | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Is there a fee to play FUT Drafts?
Yes, there is. If you don’t own a token, you must pay 15,000 coins or 300 FIFA Points every time you play this mode.
Where can I find a FUT Draft token?
Depending on your luck, you may find a FUT Draft Token in FUT packs and as a Draft reward.
Is a FUT Draft token tradeable?
No. Draft Tokens are only to redeem and can not be traded in the Transfer Market.
How many matches I need to play to get a reward?
Once ready, it’s time to take your squad to the pitch and challenge opponents to compete in a four-match series. You can compete in single-player or online against opponents across the globe. You’ll earn better rewards, including coins, packs, and more, as you progress. Win four matches in a row to earn the best rewards possible. When you are defeated before the fourth match, you also get a reward but not as big. Each time you win, the potential rewards increase.
Do I get a reward if I lose the first match?
Yes. According to Electronic Arts, you get your investment back even if you lose the first match.
What happens after I win four matches?
The same as when you are knocked out: you claim your prize and start all over again, building a new squad and going on a new FUT Draft four matches season.
What are the rewards?
Packs, coins, and FUT Draft Token. Usually, you get one or more packs that you can use in your original FUT squad. You can find the complete list on our rewards page.
Are the items I receive tradeable?
Yes, they are. You can sell them in the transfer market if you wish.
Are online rewards better?
Yes, while playing FUT Draft, for the same amount of wins, online rewards are always better.
Do I get better rewards on higher difficulty levels?
No. Single-player rewards are not affected by the game difficulty. It only affects the coins you receive at the end of each match.