Exhibition Mode isn't necessarily bad; quite the opposite in fact - it's where the FC series started! As the series has grown over the years, Exhibition Mode has become a barebones, couch play mode. Well suited for players who don't normally have much time to play and want to fix their mistakes in FC 25 Coins to improve. The mode allows guests to set up profiles so that they can track their Win/ Loss ratio against the player. Any teams across any leagues can be selected, including the Soccer Aid and Classic XI teams.
Players who want to spice up a game with their friends can simulate an entire Champions League, with the finale being the stuff of legends. Playing with friends in this mode can be pretty legendary... although there are bound to be certain teams that will be controlled by the AI due to the sheer depth of this competition. Of course, players can circumvent this by just playing a single clash within this setting instead, with the UEFA Champions League final being as grand a stage as any. It might be nothing more than a glorified exhibition, but it's still a pretty neat way to play against a friend regardless.
Skill games are a useful mode for when players want to improve their skills. There are lots of skills available in FC, spanning 5 stars or tiers. Players should practice with 2 and 3-star skill moves, as this is what most players on FC will be. When players are comfortable with that, they can move onto 4 or even 5 stars skill moves. Any player can be used for the skill moves and it's fun to try and beat friends on the leaderboards for each of the various drills. Skill games are obviously not the main mode but are a nice way to unwind and improve at the same time.
Co-op seasons allow two players to control the same team together online, battling throughout five Divisions in order to get to Division 1. This adds a teamwork-based dynamic to the cheap FIFA Coins game, as every pass switches the receiver of the ball, changing gameplay somewhat. Players can expect a great feeling when they and their buddy manage to pull off a skillful, smooth attack; but most of the time Co-Op Seasons just feels a little awkward and puts players off their game in the main game.