Unable to play Anthem - Must purchase or sign up for EA Play

As the title states, I downloaded the EA play app to get back into playing Anthem, however I'm immediately met with the message that my membership has expired and I need to either purchase the game or sign up for EA play.

I have already purchased the game, I bought the legion of dawn edition when it launched. I am not buying it again or signing up for EA play.

Is there any way to get this working? Preferably without the EA Play Malware installed on my system?