EA knows the game is flawed and the community aren't happy, why else would they be giving higher points for rivals wins so players can qualify for champs quicker (takes about 3-4 wins and you should have 1250 points).
It might be easier to get into champs playoffs but for me it's impossible to qualify because the gameplay sucks when I have an immediate speed disadvantage, passes are always short (no matter how long I hold the button) or if they are the right power they go straight to the opposition, defenders run away from the opponent with the ball, keeper can't save shots kicked straight at him but my opponents keeper is superman literally flying around and making impossible saves.
Not to mention every champs game I play they are packed with all the best icons, promo and special cards available yet I have opened over 100 decent packs (mega, 12x/24x rare, 86+,85+ etc.) and yeah I get the occasional 88-90 rated gold card but I am yet to pack any icons, promo or special cards.