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Everything you need to know about EA Sports FC 26

Luuc ten Velde1 JUNE 2026
EA Sports FC26 logo featuring Real Madrid and Bayern Munich players in Champions League stadium packed with fans

A new year means a new football game from EA. For a few years now, you've recognized FIFA games under the name EA Sports FC, and the latest edition is just around the corner. EA Sports FC 26 is the name of the newest edition in the series. The game is closer than you think, and everything you need to know about EA Sports FC 26 can be found here!

What is EA Sports FC 26?

Stadium view from stands during football match with scoreboard and thousands of spectators in modern arena

The newest edition in the EA Sports FC series is ready for you. The footie series releases a new edition each year. This year, too, comes EA Sports FC 26, where the more than 750 clubs and national teams have been completely refreshed and prepared for the new football season. You can now run around the virtual pitches to your heart's content in a variety of modes. Of course, Football Ultimate Team is also back, where you can participate in Tournaments and Live Events, or the new second-tier weekend competition: EA Sports FC 26 Challengers.

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What’s new in EA Sports FC 26?

Intense football action with Manchester City and Bayern Munich players competing for the ball during match

EA Sports FC 26 offers significant gameplay improvements, such as smarter AI that positions itself better on the pitch and in goal. Dribbling is also more responsive, passing is faster, and you have more control over the players. In this way, the game responds to feedback players provided on previous games. As a result, you now even have 2 presets, aimed at a competitive or authentic gaming experience.

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Who’s on the EA Sports FC 26 cover?

Two footballers in Real Madrid white kit and Bayern Munich red kit posing before cheering crowd of supporters

2 major footballers stand on the cover of EA Sports FC 26. Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham shares the spotlight with Bayern Munich's Jamal Musiala. The duo has shone at the highest level in recent years and are therefore among the greatest talents in modern football. However, another former footballer also appears on the cover of EA Sports FC 26: Zlatan Ibrahimovic. The Swedish footballer retired in 2023 but appears on the cover of the EA Sports FC 26 Ultimate Edition. During his career, he played for clubs such as Ajax, FC Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, and Inter Milan.

The World’s Game: a World Cup update

Several famous footballers sprint forward on a purple promotional poster for EA Sports FC 26 and FC Mobile.

Experience the biggest football tournament now in EA Sports FC 26. With a brand-new update, the game introduces the World Cup in a completely new style, featuring a new name, a different match ball, additional stadiums, and a brand-new trophy, among other things. Despite having to work without the official licensing rights for the competition, EA Sports has managed to retain the recognisable atmosphere and look of the series. The update also significantly expands the number of national teams. Previously, you could only choose from 29 playable countries; now there are more than 50. Brazil, the five-time world champion, also returns to the game with stars like Neymar. Additionally, you can play the officially licensed team of the Netherlands. Player details have been updated, and facial animations are now even more realistic. You can take on the field yourself with your favourite country or try to conquer the world title as a coach.

Portugal players in red kits celebrate a goal with great energy on the pitch, surrounded by supporters and flags in the stadium.

It’s not just the design that has been updated; improvements have also been made in terms of gameplay. Here’s how the collective pressing system works better: opponents are less likely to all pounce on you when you have the ball, making matches feel more realistic. When you outplay the opponent smartly, you can see more clearly how the opposing team's structure falls apart. The confrontations between physically strong defenders and agile dribblers have also been rendered more accurately. Whether you play alone or online against others, with this update you’ll enjoy a major digital football tournament.

Order EA Sports FC 26 at MediaMarkt

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Order EA Sports FC 26 now at MediaMarkt. Get started building your Ultimate Team and winning the Champions League or the World Cup with your favourite team. The game is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X and S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.

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