EA FC 26 has just received a update for Career Mode few hours ago, targeting both the tactical “Manager Live” hub and the essential “Live Start Points” data.
The Manager Live Hub now includes three new, transfer-centric challenges you can start from the Transfer Window tab.
At the same time Live Start Points were refreshed across major competitions so a New Live Start Point will place you into a realistic mid-season context.
Here is everything you need to know about the latest changes and don’t forget, you can watch more news and updates on ReFIFA YouTube channel.
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New Manager Live Challenges
Head to the Transfer Window tab in the Manager Live Hub to find three brand-new, high-stakes challenges set in the pressure cooker of the Premier League.
1. YOUTH GLORY (Chelsea)
The Mission: It’s time to splash the cash at Stamford Bridge. This challenge dares you to throw caution to the wind and immediately improve Chelsea’s squad through major financial investment.
Your Objectives: Secure a top-four finish in the Premier League and, crucially, spend at least $100 million on new transfers before the end of the season. It’s the ultimate test of building a contender overnight.
2. MONEY MAKER (Manchester United)
The Mission: Can you be a shrewd operator at Old Trafford? This scenario challenges you to make the club a significant profit in the transfer market without sacrificing success on the pitch.
Your Objectives: Again, achieve a top-four finish, but this time you must also reach a transfer profit of at least $50 million by the season’s end. Balance ambition with financial savvy.
3. STATEMENT SIGNING (Tottenham Hotspur)
The Mission: Build your team’s success around a marquee new arrival. For Spurs, that star is Conor Gallagher.
Your Objectives: Lead Tottenham to a top-four finish while ensuring your new talisman, Conor Gallagher, starts at least 15 matches. Prove that one player can be the key to glory.
Live Start Points Updated
A wide set of leagues received updated Live Start Points so mid-season starts now use more recent fixtures, lineups and market conditions. The following is the update snapshot included in today’s release:
- Premier League: updated to gameweek 22 (20 Jan 2026)
- EFL Championship: updated to gameweek 27 (18 Jan 2026)
- EFL League One: updated to gameweek 26 (18 Jan 2026)
- EFL League Two: updated to gameweek 26 (18 Jan 2026)
- Ligue 1: updated to gameweek 18 (19 Jan 2026)
- Ligue 2: updated to gameweek 19 (20 Jan 2026)
- Bundesliga: updated to gameweek 18 (19 Jan 2026)
- Bundesliga 2: updated to gameweek 18 (19 Jan 2026)
- 3. Liga: updated to gameweek 20 (19 Jan 2026)
- Serie A: updated to gameweek 21 (20 Jan 2026)
- Serie B: updated to gameweek 20 (19 Jan 2026)
- Eredivisie: updated to gameweek 19 (19 Jan 2026)
- Liga Portugal: updated to gameweek 18 (20 Jan 2026)
- Saudi Pro League: updated to gameweek 15 (19 Jan 2026)
- LaLiga: updated to gameweek 20 (20 Jan 2026)
- LaLiga 2: updated to gameweek 22 (20 Jan 2026)
- Süper Lig: updated to gameweek 18 (20 Jan 2026)
- Première Ligue: updated to gameweek 13 (19 Jan 2026)
- Liga F: updated to gameweek 17 (19 Jan 2026)
Featured Snapshot: A headline Live Start Point is now available, placing you right before a classic Premier League showdown: Arsenal versus Manchester United. It’s the perfect moment to take charge and immediately influence a massive rivalry.
Important Note: These latest Live Start Points (from January 18-20, 2026) fully integrate all the newest additions from recent squad updates. This means when you start your save, all new players, managerial appointments, completed transfers, and player rating changes are already in effect, providing the most authentic starting point possible.
Final Whistle
This Career Mode update adds compelling, transfer-focused Manager Live content and brings Live Start Points fully up to date across many leagues.
Whether you want to rebuild via aggressive spending, prove your transfer-market genius, or craft a team around a single star, these additions give you structured objectives and realistic starting points to build engaging saves. What will you conquer first?
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