A new squad update for EA FC 26 is live across consoles and PC (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch).
This drop focuses on a tidy batch of added real faces (including several MLS and CONMEBOL names), as well as removing some players.
The update also includes some administrative improvements, new transfers, promising young talents in Career Mode, and a range of rating adjustments that will affect clubs and Career Mode save files.
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EA FC 26 Squad Update
Added Players with Real Faces
The update adds a mix of veteran signings and South American arrivals that will be usable in Career Mode, Kick Off and other modes:
- Zanka – FC København
- Johnny Russell – Dundee United
- Ivan Cavaleiro – FC Zürich
- Héctor Herrera – Houston Dynamo
- Sergio Reguilón – Inter Miami
- Morgan Guilavogui – Real Salt Lake
- Stijn Spierings – Real Salt Lake
- Óscar Romero – Huracán
- Júnior Moreno – Academia Puerto Cabello
- Roberto Rosales – Academia Puerto Cabello
- Darwin Machís – América de Cali
- Gastón Ramírez – Boston River
- César Munder – CD Palestino
- Enzo Roco – CD Palestino
- Eduardo Vargas – Universidad de Chile
- Katie Stengel – Gotham FC
- Enith Salón – Spain
These additions help Career Mode, Kick Off and Football Ultimate Team metadata feel more authentic when these players are used in matches or when simulating leagues.
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Removed Players with Real Faces
Squad cleanup this cycle removed a number of players from the in-game real face roster. If you rely on real face visuals in Career saves or Manager Live snapshots, note the following removals:
- Ian Poveda – Sunderland
- Perr Schuurs – Torino
- André Gomes – LOSC Lille
- Tomás Pérez – FC Porto
- Emre Mor – Fenerbahçe
- Sergio Córdova – BSC Young Boys
- Henry Kessler – Charlotte FC
- Paxton Pomykal – FC Dallas
- Ryan Raposo – Los Angeles FC
- Dániel Sallói – Sporting Kansas City
- Cristian Medina – Estudiantes
- Romain Saïss – Morocco
- Chloé N’Gazi – Olympique de Marseille
- Cristiana Girelli – Juventus
- Jenni Hermoso – Spain
The reasons for deletion are usually either unlicensed club transfers or a player’s farewell to the field and retirement.
New Transfers
A small but important transfer was added:
- Christian Ramirez moves from LA Galaxy to Austin FC — this transfer is now reflected in the game’s squad files.
Keep an eye on Transfer Hub and Live Start Points if you want to start a new Career using the latest transfer list.
Managers Updates
This squad update also touches managers:
Added Managers with Real Faces
- Quique Sánchez Flores – Deportivo Alavés
- Martín Demichelis – RCD Mallorca
- Sergio González – Cádiz CF
EA FC 26 got more Ligue 1 managers via the latest squad update, featuring Paulo Fonseca (Olympique Lyonnais) and Sébastien Pocognoli (AS Monaco FC).
Removed Managers with Real Faces
- Jagoba Arrasate – RCD Mallorca
- Cuco Ziganda – Cultural Leonesa
- Imanol Alguacil – Al Shabab
Added Career Mode Wonderkids
Six new Career Mode wonderkids are now available to scout, sign or develop:
- Everardo López (Free Agent) – POT 83
- Samba Konaté (RB Leipzig, Bundesliga) – POT 82
- Mbekezeli Mbokazi (Chicago Fire, MLS) – POT 82
- Lucas Herrington (Colorado Rapids, MLS) – POT 82
- Juan Arias (Real Salt Lake, MLS) – POT 81
- Ezekiel Alladoh (Philadelphia Union, MLS) – POT 80
These youngsters give Career Mode managers fresh recruitment targets with realistic potential windows for growth and resale value.
Rating Upgrades
Several players receive well-deserved boosts:
The 90 Club
- Thibaut Courtois – Real Madrid – OVR 90 (+1)
- Harry Kane – FC Bayern München – OVR 90 (+1)
Premier League Stars
- Bruno Fernandes – Manchester United – OVR 88 (+1)
- Rúben Dias – Manchester City – OVR 87 (+1)
- Marc Guéhi – Manchester City – OVR 84 (+1) with 86 POT (+1)
- Reece James – Chelsea – OVR 84 (+1) with 86 POT (+1)
Bundesliga
- Luis Díaz – FC Bayern München – OVR 87 (+1)
- Maximilian Mittelstädt – VfB Stuttgart – OVR 83 (+1)
- Deniz Undav – VfB Stuttgart – OVR 82 (+1)
Serie A
- Scott McTominay – SSC Napoli – OVR 86 (+1)
- Federico Dimarco – Inter – OVR 86 (+1)
Liga Portugal
- Trincão – Sporting CP – OVR 83 (+1) with 85 POT (+1)
Note that there are more rating adjustments for players and you can discover them in the game or on our YouTube channel and the popular website sofifa.
Rating Downgrades
Some established stars receive slight adjustments:
Liverpool Adjustments
- Mohamed Salah – OVR 89 (-1)
- Alisson – OVR 88 (-1)
- Virgil van Dijk – OVR 88 (-1)
- Florian Wirtz – OVR 87 (-1) with 91 POT (-1)
Arsenal
- Bukayo Saka – OVR 87 (-1) with 89 POT (-1)
LA LIGA
- Robert Lewandowski – Barcelona – OVR 86 (-1)
- Julián Alvarez – Atlético Madrid – OVR 86 (-1) with 89 POT (-1)
- Nico Williams – Athletic Club – OVR 85 (-1) with 88 POT (-1)
- Trent Alexander Arnold – Real Madrid – OVR 85 (-1)
- Antonio Rüdiger – Real Madrid – OVR 84 (-1)
- Daniel Carvajal – Real Madrid – OVR 84 (-1)
Serie A
- David De Gea – Fiorentina – OVR 84 (-1)
Note that there are more rating adjustments for players and you can discover them in the game or on our YouTube channel and the popular website sofifa.
Final Whistle
This squad update is a practical mid-season refresh: a handful of important real faces, several manager additions, young talent for Career Mode and meaningful rating adjustments.
Whether you’re managing in Career Mode, collecting in FUT or simply playing Kick Off matches, these updates keep EA FC 26 aligned with real-world moves and improve immersion across modes.
Stay tuned to ReFIFA for breakdown videos, transfer lists and follow-ups on Title Update notes and live server releases.
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