EA FC 26 is all about authenticity, and real faces add a layer of immersion that turns a good Career Mode into a memorable one.
Today, we’re highlighting five players from the Premier League and Serie A who have received new real face in FC Mobile 26, so they’ll get real face in EA FC 26 in the upcoming update.
No more talk, let’s get to know them and tell us in the comments who is your favorite player and who you will add to your career mode journey.
Real Faces Players
Ayden Heaven
- Club: Manchester United
- Position: CB / LB
- Age: 18
- Overall rating: 69
- Potential: 84
A teenage defensive utility player, Ayden Heaven’s flexibility (CB and LB) makes him an attractive low-cost developmental option for managers who love to rotate youth into the first team.
With an 84 potential, he’s the kind of academy/backup signing that can grow into a dependable starter — and having his real face in the game boosts the immersion when you bring him through the ranks.
Rodrigo Martins Gomes
- Club: Wolverhampton Wanderers
- Position: RW / LW / RM / CAM
- Age: 21
- Overall rating: 72
- Potential: 82
Rodrigo’s multi-role profile (both wings and CAM) gives managers tactical freedom — switch systems and he still fits.
At 21 with an 82 potential, he’s a realistic rotation/squad-building target for mid-table clubs or an affordable buy for bigger teams looking to stash talent.
His real face is a nice touch for storylines that see a youngster break through across several attacking roles.
Hugo Ekitiké
- Club: Liverpool
- Position: ST / CAM
- Age: 23
- Overall rating: 83
- Potential: 88
Hugo represents the higher-ceiling option on our list. A hybrid striker/playmaker, Ekitiké’s 83 overall and 88 potential make him a compelling option for teams wanting a forward who can both score and create.
At 23, he’s at the sweet spot for loan-to-buy plans or immediate rotation, and seeing his real face in cutscenes and highlights helps sell those transfer narratives in Career Mode.
Romain Faivre
- Club: AFC Bournemouth
- Position: RM / RW
- Age: 26
- Overall rating: 76
- Potential: 76
Romain is the veteran winger on our list: same overall and potential (76), which makes him a reliable, known quantity for short-term impact.
Important note: Faivre is currently on loan to Al Taawoun FC in the Saudi Pro League; FC Mobile hasn’t reflected that move yet, but EA FC 26 has been updated and will feature him as a real face for Al Taawoun. That updated face will help Career Mode transfers and loan storylines feel up to date and authentic.
Jay Idzes
- Club: Sassuolo
- Position: CB
- Age: 25
- Overall rating: 72
- Potential: 77
Jay is a centre-back with steady upside — useful for clubs rebuilding their back line without spending big.
At 25 he’s a slightly older prospect, but a 77 potential suggests he can still improve into a solid first-team option.
Real-face detail matters for defensive leaders, and Jay’s inclusion adds depth to Serie A saves that value authentic rosters.
Final Whistle
These face updates in EA FC 26 bring us closer to a true-to-life football experience especially in career mode.
Note: All ratings and stats mentioned (except FC Mobile player rating photos) are from EA FC 26 at latest squad update of Sep 19, 2025.
From Premier League teenagers like Ayden Heaven to rising Serie A talents like Jay Idzes, having real faces in-game makes developing these players even more satisfying.
Whether you’re looking to build a young squad in Career Mode or simply want more authenticity in Ultimate Team, these updates are a big step forward for realism.
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