If you’ve spent any time grinding online matches, event challenges, or daily login rewards in PES 2023, you’ve almost certainly built up a stockpile of eFootball Points that you’re not quite sure how to use. I made the mistake of wasting nearly 12,000 points on random cosmetic kit packs and low-value base player draws my first two months playing, so I’ve spent months testing every possible spending option to find the best returns. This guide breaks down exactly how to use eFootball points in PES 2023 to build a stronger squad, unlock exclusive items, and get the most value out of every point you earn, no real money spent required.
Pre-Spending Checks You Need to Do First
Before you even open the in-game store to browse rewards, there are a few quick checks that will save you from wasting points on items you don’t need or missing out on limited-time deals. First, pull up your eFootball Points balance page to check the expiry dates for all your points. Most points expire 6 months after they’re earned, and Konami doesn’t send reminders before they vanish. Never hoard eFootball Points for more than 3 months if you don’t have a specific reward in mind, because expired points are completely non-recoverable, no matter how many support tickets you send. Next, take 2 minutes to look over your current squad and note any obvious gaps: do you lack a fast striker for counter attacks, a physical center back for online matches, or a manager that fits your preferred possession playstyle? Prioritizing rewards that fill those gaps will make your squad far more enjoyable to play with than random items you pick on a whim. Finally, check the ongoing event schedule for the next two weeks. Konami drops exclusive limited-time rewards every 10 to 14 days, and these items are almost always higher value than the permanent store listings. Always sort your store listings by "limited time" first to see items that won’t be coming back around for months, if at all.
Core Ways How to Use eFootball Points in PES 2023 for Maximum Value
Now that you’ve done your pre-spending checks, you can start exploring the highest-value options for your points, based on what your squad needs most. After testing every possible spending option over 8 months of regular play, I’ve ranked the best uses in order of priority for most players:
- Limited-time featured player packs for positions your squad is missing
- Premium event match passes if you play 10+ matches per week
- High-rating manager contracts for your preferred playstyle
- Cosmetic items like kits and stadium themes only if you have extra points left
Smart Spending Strategies for Different Player Types
The priority list above works for most players, but you can adjust it to fit how often you play and what you want to get out of PES 2023. If you’re a casual player who only logs in for 2 or 3 matches a week, skip the premium match passes entirely. You won’t play enough matches to unlock all the reward tiers, so you’re better off spending your points on 1 or 2 high-rated featured players that make your squad more fun to use. If you’re a mid-tier grinder who plays 5 to 10 matches a week, grab the premium match pass first, then use leftover points on limited-time legend draws when the drop rates are boosted to 3% or higher. I’ve had the best luck with these boosted draws, pulling 3 legend players over 6 months by only buying draws when drop rates are elevated, instead of wasting points on 1% drop rate packs. If you’re a competitive player who regularly plays in online divisions or tournament events, focus almost all your points on meta players and top-tier managers that fit the current game meta. Competitive players should avoid spending points on cosmetic items entirely unless you’ve already built a full meta squad that can hold its own against top-ranked opponents. For example, if the current meta favors fast counter attacks, spend your points on featured strikers with 90+ speed and finishing, instead of wasting points on slow possession-focused players that won’t perform well in ranked matches.
What to Avoid When Spending Your eFootball Points
There are a few common mistakes that even experienced PES players make when spending their points, and avoiding them will save you thousands of points over time. First, don’t make impulse buys on random cosmetic packs that are promoted on the store front page. Most of these kits, ball skins, and stadium themes are given away for free as event rewards a few weeks after they’re added to the paid store, so you’re just throwing points away if you buy them immediately. Second, don’t spend points on contract renewals for base players. You can earn free contract tickets from daily login rewards and regular match drops, so there’s never a reason to spend points on renewals unless you’re in a pinch for a very specific player right before a tournament. Third, don’t blow your entire points stockpile on a single low-drop-rate legend draw. Even with a 3% drop rate, you have a 97% chance of not getting the legend you want, so spread your points out across multiple draws or other high-value items to make sure you get something useful for your investment. If you’re not sure if an item is worth the point cost, wait 24 hours before buying it. Almost all limited-time packs are available for at least 7 days, so you have plenty of time to decide if it’s actually a good fit for your squad, no rush to buy immediately.
At the end of the day, the best way how to use eFootball points in PES 2023 depends entirely on your playstyle and what you want to get out of the game. You don’t have to follow the priority list exactly if you’d rather have a cool custom kit for your club than a meta striker, but these tips will make sure you never waste points on items you’ll regret buying later. I’ve used these exact strategies to build a 96-rated squad without spending a single dollar of real money, and I still have enough points left over to grab every new premium match pass that drops. If you have a go-to way to spend your eFootball Points that I didn’t mention, feel free to share it in the comments below to help other players get more out of their grind.