EA SPORTS FC 26 Officially Revealed – All the Key Details

EA SPORTS FC 26 is the next installment in EA’s long-running football simulation series, and anticipation is building following its official reveal. With FC 25 nearing the end of its lifecycle and the 2024/25 football season wrapped up, fans are already setting their sights on what’s next. Here's a complete breakdown of everything we know so far about EA FC 26, including its release date, cover stars, platforms, pre-order bonuses, and more.

📅 Release Date & Early Access

EA has confirmed that EA SPORTS FC 26 will officially launch worldwide on Friday, September 26, 2025.However, players who pre-order the Ultimate Edition or have an EA Play subscription will receive early access starting September 19, giving them a full week’s head start.

🌟 Cover Stars

Legendary Swedish striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has been unveiled as the Ultimate Edition cover star, marking his return to the franchise as an Icon in Ultimate Team just two years after his retirement in 2023.

Meanwhile, the Standard Edition will feature rising stars Jude Bellingham and Jamal Musiala. Bellingham returns as a cover athlete for a second year, while Musiala makes his debut on the box.

🕹️ Platforms

EA SPORTS FC 26 will be available on the following platforms:

• PlayStation 5
• PlayStation 4
• Xbox Series X|S
• Xbox One
• PC
• Amazon Luna
• Nintendo Switch
• Nintendo Switch 2

🛒 Editions & Pre-Order Bonuses

Players can choose between two versions of the game:

Standard Edition – $69.99

Includes:

• 1 Archetype Unlock Consumable
• 2x Double AXP (10 Matches)
• 3 ICON Career Players
• 5-Star Coach & Youth Scout (Manager Career)
• Manager Career Live Challenge content
• Untradeable 92+ ICON in FC 25

Ultimate Edition – $99.99

Includes everything in the Standard Edition plus:

• One of 15 Untradeable Icons*
• One of five 93+ Icon Player Picks (in FC 25)*
• 99 Shooting Evolution (in FC 25)*
• 6,000 FC Points (4,500 for Switch, delivered over two months)
• Season 1 Premium Pass
• Additional Evolution Slot
• Up to 7 Days Early Access

*Note: Items marked with an asterisk require pre-order before August 26 to be claimed.

🏟️ Licenses & Stadiums

EA FC continues to dominate in licensing, with over 38 fully licensed leagues expected to return, including:

• Premier League
• Bundesliga
• LaLiga

However, AC Milan and Inter Milan will once again appear as Milano FC and Lombardia FC, due to their ongoing exclusivity deal with eFootball. On a positive note, leaks suggest Bayern Munich’s Allianz Arena may return, as the club’s licensing agreement with eFootball has ended.

🎵 Spotify Integration

A long-requested feature is reportedly arriving with EA FC 26: Spotify support. Initially tested in select regions during FC 25, the global rollout will allow players to listen to custom playlists, with playback controls available via an in-game tab or through their mobile device.

🏆 New ICONs Coming to Ultimate Team

Each new FC installment brings fresh ICONS—legendary footballers immortalized as special cards in Ultimate Team. Here’s the list of leaked new Icons for EA FC 26:

• Zlatan Ibrahimovic (confirmed)
• Andres Iniesta
• Toni Kroos
• Marcelo
• Giorgio Chiellini
• Francesco Totti
• Oliver Kahn
• Alex Morgan
• Caroline Seger
• Cha Bum-kun
• Steffi Jones
• Sissi

🎬 Reveal Trailer

The official reveal trailer for EA FC 26 premiered on July 16, 2025, via the EA SPORTS FC YouTube channel, giving fans their first look at gameplay, new features, and returning legends.

With major upgrades, an expanded roster of Icons, new soundtrack integration, and early access incentives, EA SPORTS FC 26 is shaping up to be a must-play for football fans around the globe.