EA SPORTS FC 26 officially drops September 26 – here’s what you need to know, from trailer hype to cover stars!
Although EA Sports has experienced some issues following its split and rebrand from FIFA, the franchise is working hard to deliver the most rewarding football experience.
With the brand-new FC 26 trailer already out, players can look forward to many more exciting features than in previous years. Here’s everything you need to know about this highly anticipated upcoming release!
EA SPORTS FC 26 Reveal: Release Date, Trailer Breakdown, Cover Stars, and New Features
As we can see in the recently released trailer, EA has truly taken community feedback regarding past installments in the series to heart. As a result, FC 26 will offer long-awaited features like significantly more fluid dribbling, controlled deflections, off-ball shielding, low-driven power shots, a FUT competitive camera, an enhanced Career Mode, and more.
Furthermore, the trailer showcases actual gameplay instead of overly cinematic footage. Another surprising and frequently requested new feature is Spotify integration, which lets players listen to custom-made playlists they can manage via in-game controls.
EA FC 26 Ultimate Edition Cover
To make things even more exciting, players will see Zlatan Ibrahimovic as the Ultimate Edition cover star and Ultimate Team Icon just two years after retiring from professional football. Joining him on the Standard Edition’s cover will be two promising stars: Jude Bellingham and Jamal Musiala.
These epic appearances confirm that the franchise still aims to remain recognizable as the link between real-world football and digital experiences, despite being a relatively new FIFA replacement.
Recent leaks suggest that EA FC Ultimate Team will arrive with 12 brand-new Icons. With Zlatan Ibrahimovic already confirmed, upcoming announcements might reveal more, including:
- Zlatan Ibrahimovic (confirmed)
- Andres Iniesta
- Toni Kroos
- Marcelo
- Giorgio Chiellini
- Francesco Totti
- Oliver Kahn
- Alex Morgan
- Caroline Seger
- Cha Bum-kun
- Steffi Jones
- Sissi
EA Licensing Domination
That’s not all, as the franchise once again dominates licensing, returning with over 120 stadium licenses and 38 fully licensed leagues, including the Premier League, Bundesliga, and LaLiga. The only exceptions are, as usual, AC Milan and Inter Milan, which will remain rebranded as Milano FC and Lombardia FC. That’s no surprise, as both have been exclusive to eFootball for many years. However, rumor has it that Bayern Munich’s Allianz Arena might return to the franchise due to the end of their partnership with eFootball.
EA FC 26 Release Date
Mark your calendars, as EA Sports FC 26 release date is set for September 26, 2025. The game will launch on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and Amazon Luna. While the Standard Edition will be available from September 26, Ultimate Edition owners and EA Play subscribers will be able to enjoy it in Early Access from September 19.
As fans comment on the official YouTube trailer, EA seems determined to deliver exactly what the gaming community craves the most. With all the confirmed upgrades, additions, and a focus on satisfying gameplay, FC 26 promises a truly unforgettable football experience.