EA SPORTS FC™ Adds 50+ Authentic National Teams
EA SPORTS FC™ expands "The World’s Game" with an all-new international tournament mode for console, PC, and mobile.
The drama and scale of elite international football is coming to your screen. EA SPORTS FC™ has announced "The World’s Game" update, a massive content drop for EA SPORTS FC™ 26 and EA SPORTS FC™ Mobile that brings the ultimate summer tournament experience right to fans. The brand-new tournament mode officially arrives in FC 26 on June 4.
🌍 Rewrite Football History with 53 Licensed Nations
The update introduces 53 fully licensed national teams, including 41 nations qualified for this summer's major tournaments. Thanks to newly secured licensing partnerships with powerhouses Brazil, Spain, and Portugal, players can now step onto the pitch with official kits, crests, and authentic player likenesses.
From heavyweights like England, Germany, Argentina, and the USA, to rising contenders like Morocco, Indonesia, and Saudi Arabia, you can lead your favorite country to global glory.
👕 Note on Kits: Bosnia & Herzegovina and Congo DR will feature generic kits at launch on June 4, with fully authentic kits arriving in a future update.
🏟️ New Stadiums & Unrivaled Authenticity
To match the high-stakes atmosphere of international football, FC 26 is adding new true-to-life venues, including Gillette Stadium and BMO Field, alongside Central Maw—a stunning new stadium built specifically to capture the thunderous energy of top-tier global tournaments.
This update reinforces EA SPORTS FC™ 26’s commitment to unmatched realism, boasting a massive football ecosystem:
20,000+ players
750+ clubs and national teams
120+ stadiums
35 leagues
300+ global football partners
🏆 Brand-New Tournament Modes: Console vs. Mobile
The World’s Game update introduces tailored tournament structures depending on how you play:
In EA SPORTS FC™ 26: Experience a massive 48-team tournament. Defeat your rivals through three intense group stage rounds before fighting through a grueling knockout bracket starting at the Round of 32, all the way to the grand final.
In EA SPORTS FC™ Mobile: Jump straight into the action with a customizable Round of 16 knockout schedule designed to let you lead your nation to quick victory on the go.
🎮 More Ways to Play: Kick Off & Ultimate Team
The international fun doesn't stop at the tournament bracket. Players can also experience the global update across their favorite modes:
Kick Off: Line up one-off international matchups using any of the 50+ licensed nations to settle scores with friends.
Football Ultimate Team (FUT): Dive into a dedicated Event Hub featuring weekly Festival of Football themed campaigns, rewards, and special player items.
For a deeper dive into the mechanics, check out the full FC 26 Pitch Notes or FC Mobile Patch Notes ahead of the June 4 kickoff!