The wait is over. EA FC 26 has officially launched Future Stars Team 1, and the ratings are even higher than many expected.
This campaign isn’t just about the youngsters who are dominating the headlines today; it’s a celebration of “Early Excellence,” featuring legendary ICONs and Heroes in their prime-potential forms.
With the Academy Evolutions now live, Team 1 provides the perfect high-end counterparts to your homegrown prospects. Here is the complete list of everyone included in the first wave.
EA FC 26 Future Stars Team 1
The Elite Prospects
The top tier of Team 1 is headlined by three 91-rated superstars who are already household names despite their age. Estêvão (often called “Messinho”) leads the pack alongside NWSL sensation Alyssa Thompson and Bayern’s Désiré Doué.
- Estêvão (RM – 91 OVR)
- Alyssa Thompson (LM – 91 OVR)
- Désiré Doué (RW – 91 OVR)
- Nick Woltemade (ST – 90 OVR)
- Álvaro Carreras (LB – 90 OVR)
- Francisco Conceição (RM – 89 OVR)
- Elliot Anderson (CDM – 89 OVR)
- Antonio Nusa (LM – 89 OVR)
- Diego Luna (LM – 89 OVR)
- Jade Le Guilly (RB – 89 OVR)
The Midfield Engines & Rising Walls
This section features some of the best “meta” options for Career Mode fans and Ultimate Team grinders alike. Adam Wharton and Valentín Barco bring incredible technical stats, while Senne Lammens provides a towering presence in goal.
- Jaedyn Shaw (CAM – 89 OVR)
- Michelle Agyemang (ST – 89 OVR)
- Nico O’Reilly (LB – 88 OVR)
- Adam Wharton (CDM – 88 OVR)
- Mateus Mané (CAM – 88 OVR)
- Senne Lammens (GK – 88 OVR)
- Valentín Barco (CM – 88 OVR)
- Rodrigo Mora (CAM – 88 OVR)
- Eduardo Quaresma (CB – 88 OVR)
- Luany (RM – 88 OVR)
The Hidden Gems
Don’t let the lower ratings fool you; these cards are designed to be “hidden gems” with specific PlayStyle+ combinations that make them play far above their OVR. Watch out for Vitor Reis and Ayyoub Bouaddi, who are already favorites in the competitive community.
- Santiago Castro (ST – 87 OVR)
- Jauregizar (CM – 87 OVR)
- Grace Clinton (CAM – 87 OVR)
- Hanna Lundkvist (RB – 87 OVR)
- Michelle Cooper (RW – 87 OVR)
- Vitor Reis (CB – 86 OVR)
- Ayyoub Bouaddi (CM – 86 OVR)
- Oskar Pietuszewski (LM – 86 OVR)
- Givairo Read (RB – 86 OVR)
- Kees Smit (CAM – 86 OVR)
- Lisanne Gräwe (CM – 86 OVR)
Future Stars ICONs & Heroes
For the first time, EA is celebrating the legends who were “Future Stars” in their own era. Diego Maradona receives a staggering 96-rated item, reflecting his world-conquering potential during his early years in Argentina and Italy.
- Maradona (CAM – 96 OVR)
- Eusébio (ST – 94 OVR)
- Xavi (CM – 93 OVR)
- Franco Baresi (CB – 92 OVR)
- Didier Drogba (ST – 91 OVR)
- Marinette Pichon (ST – 90 OVR)
- Cesc Fàbregas (CM – 91 OVR)
- Steve McManaman (RM – 89 OVR)
- DaMarcus Beasley (LM – 88 OVR)
Final Whistle
What a squad! EA FC 26 Future Stars Team 1 delivers an incredible mix of raw talent and legendary greatness.
Whether you’re building a hybrid around a 91 OVR Estêvão, securing your defense with Jade Le Guilly, or dreaming of adding an Icon like Maradona to your midfield, the opportunities are endless.
Remember, these players are available in packs and through Squad Building Challenges right now. So, fire up Ultimate Team, see if you can pack your own future star, and get ready—this is just Team 1. The future looks bright.
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