The EA Sports FC 26 Official Reveal Trailer was released, showcasing key features and improvements for the upcoming soccer simulation game. The trailer highlights an overhauled gameplay experience driven by community feedback, introducing more responsive dribbling, smarter AI positioning, sharper movement, and enhanced goalkeeper AI. New mechanics include low-driven power shots, new skill moves like the Trickster Rainbow Flick, and new PlayStyles such as Enforcer, Aerial Fortress, and Precision Header. It also introduces two gameplay presets: Competitive for fast-paced, head-to-head action in Ultimate Team and Clubs, and Authentic for a realistic football feel in Career mode with positionally-responsible defenders and lifelike goalmouth scrambles.
The trailer emphasizes new additions to game modes:
- Ultimate Team: Reintroduces Tournaments, adds Live Events with themed competitions, and introduces a new second-tier weekend competition called Challengers for lower-division players.
- Clubs: Features dynamic Live Events, a revamped Be-A-Goalkeeper system for Clubs Rush, and the ability to affiliate with up to three clubs.
- Career Mode: Includes Manager Live Challenges with real-world scenarios and alternative storylines, plus the addition of Heroes alongside Icons.
- Authenticity: Boasts over 20,000 players, 750+ clubs, 120+ stadiums, and 35+ leagues, including exclusive competitions like UEFA Champions League and Frauen-Bundesliga.
Zlatan Ibrahimović is confirmed as the Ultimate Edition cover star, with Jude Bellingham and Jamal Musiala rumored as Standard Edition cover stars. The trailer addresses past criticisms of EA FC 25, such as slow gameplay and unresponsive mechanics, promising a more engaging experience. The game is set to launch on September 26, 2025, with early access for Ultimate Edition pre-orders starting September 19, available on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PC, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and Amazon Luna.