Are New UCL Players a Smart Investment? Breaking Down the UCL League Phase Risks and Rewards

Today, on November 14, 2024, a new set of UEFA Champions League (UCL) players has been released! But there’s a catch: these new players can only be found in Store Packs—there’s no special UCL event where you can earn them for free.

So, why might people want to invest in these UCL players? There’s potential because of OVR (Overall Rating) increases. When the UCL League Phase wraps up, players from the top 8 teams will get a +2 OVR boost, while players from teams ranked 9 to 24 will receive a +1 OVR boost.

An OVR increase makes players more valuable on the market, which can lead to profits. But there’s an important question here: are these UCL players as solid of an investment as Prodigies players from the last program? Let’s look at why I think investing in UCL players could be a bit riskier.

1. More Competition = Higher Risk

With the popularity of the previous Prodigies program, more people now expect to make similar profits, which means more investors. When there are a lot of investors, the market can become unstable.

If many investors decide to sell their players at once, it can cause a “panic sell.” This drives down prices quickly, making it hard to turn a profit.

2. Long Time Frame for OVR Increases

The UCL League Phase doesn’t end until January 30, 2025. This is a pretty long period for an investment. During this time, other exciting events could be released with more attractive players, and this could cause prices for UCL players to drop or stagnate.

For example, the Team of the Year (TOTY) event often starts in mid-January and tends to have powerful, highly desirable players. If a TOTY event or something similar happens, people might prefer those players, making the UCL players less valuable.

3. Smart Timing is Key

While the UCL players’ values may increase with their OVR boosts at the end of January, the best time to make a profit might actually be before the UCL League Phase ends. This would mean following the market closely and selling UCL players when their prices go up in the short term.

You may want to consider selling before the OVR boosts happen to avoid potential crashes in value.

Is Investing in UCL Players a Good Idea?

Investing in UCL players could bring profits, but it’s a higher-risk option compared to Prodigies. If you decide to invest, pay attention to the market, and think about selling early rather than waiting until the OVR boosts in January. This strategy might help you avoid a market crash and secure a profit!

What do you think? Do you agree with my prediction, or do you have a different take?