FC 26 release date, editions, pre-orders and latest news

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Once more, the season for football has arrived. With the previous season wrapped up, Electronic Arts (EA) has unveiled the upcoming EA Sports Football Club title – FC 26.

This upcoming year holds significant importance for FC 25, as EA aims to regain the loyalty of fans who preferred FC 24 over upgrading last season, and win them back over.

With Rematch garnering a significant amount of interest from players and new competitors emerging constantly, we anticipate substantial modifications in this year’s version of the game.

What’s the scheduled release date for FC 26, and what have we learned about it up to now? Let me share some insights with you.

FC 26 release date

EA Sports FC 26 will release on 26th September 2025.

This was confirmed in the official reveal trailer that was released in July.

Simultaneously with its launch, it was made official that Jude Bellingham would once again grace the game’s cover. This year, Bayern Munich’s standout player, Jamal Musiala, has also been added to the lineup as a cover star.

When does the FC 26 early access start?

The early access phase for FC 26 starts on September 19th, 2025, which is exactly one week prior to its official launch.

In order to get early access to FC 26, you will need to purchase the Ultimate Edition of the game.

Apart from getting a seven-day head start, the Ultimate Edition also offers additional perks; for specifics, check out the information provided below.

All FC 26 editions explained

Two versions of FC 26 are up for sale: the Standard Version and the Premium Version. Both can be bought if you’re interested.

Here’s what’s included in both:

FC 26 Standard Edition – £59.99

  • Clubs rewards:
    • 1x Archetype Unlock Consumable
    • 2x Double AXP for 10 Matches Consumables
  • Career rewards:
    • 3x ICON Career Players
    • 5-Star Coach available for hire in Manager Career
    • 5-Star Youth Scout available for hire in Manager Career
    • Manager Live Challenge Content

FC 26 Ultimate Edition – £89.99

  • Up to seven days of early access
  • Season 1 Premium Pass
  • 6,000 FC Points over 2 months
  • 1x additional Ultimate Team Player Evolution Slot
  • Standard Edition Clubs and Career content
  • Everything included in Standard Edition

Can I pre-order FC 26?

Yes, FC 26 is currently available to pre-order, and comes with some pre-order bonuses too.

As an eager gamer, I’m thrilled to share that you can secure your copy of the upcoming game before its release! Head over to the Steam store for PC, the PlayStation store, or the Xbox store to pre-order your digital version directly.

As I type this, we haven’t started accepting pre-orders for the physical versions of FC 26 yet. So, feel free to revisit us later if you’re interested in securing one.

FC 26 pre-order bonuses

Those who choose to purchase the game ahead of its release will be rewarded with a selection of in-game advantages, varying based on the edition selected. Below you’ll find all the pre-order incentives for Football Club 26:

1. Bonus Content A
2. Bonus Content B
3. Exclusive Player X
4. Early Access to Y Feature
5. Z Cosmetic Pack

The specific perks you’ll receive will depend on which edition of the game you decide to pre-order.

Standard Edition

  • Football Ultimate Team 92+ OVR Icon (untradeable) for EA Sports FC 25 (sold separately)

Ultimate Edition (purchase by 26th August)

  • Ultimate Team ICON Player Item (untradeable) for EA Sports FC 26
  • Ultimate Team Player Evolution for EA Sports FC 25 (sold separately)
  • Ultimate Team 1 of 5 Player Pick ICON Player Item (untradeable) for EA Sports FC 25 (sold separately)

Is there an FC 26 trailer?

Indeed, the formal unveiling trailer for Football Club 26 was launched in July, offering a glimpse into several novel gameplay adjustments and features that will be incorporated in this year’s edition.

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2025-07-17 15:04