Prepare, soccer fans! EA FC 26 is just around the corner, and the release date has finally surfaced, giving us a solid idea of when we can kick off the new season. This information matters because it sets the countdown for those who can’t wait to get their hands on the latest from EA Sports, especially with some juicy details, such as Zlatan Ibrahimovic being the cover star, already known.
The world might be talking about the new cover athlete reveal and leaks revealing fresh heroes and icons, but now we have the scoop on exactly when the game will be playable.
EA FC 26 is expected to release worldwide on Friday, September 26. While EA Sports hasn’t officially confirmed this date yet, the information is already circulating and appears to be solid.
The release date was announced ahead of the formal unveiling, along with platform details. As usual for EA Sports games, there’s a seven-day Early Access window for anyone who grabs the Ultimate Edition.
Players with the Ultimate Edition will be able to jump in starting September 19. That’s also when a 10-hour trial will be available through EA Access, which is part of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
EA FC 26 will launch on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC, and for the first time, Nintendo Switch 2. It will also be available on older consoles, including Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and the original Nintendo Switch.
Previous EA FC releases have started Early Access around 10:00 a.m. PT/12:00 p.m. CT/1:00 p.m. ET/6:00 p.m. AEST globally. The same schedule is expected this time, meaning players worldwide will gain access simultaneously; however, this may cause some server hiccups.
Want to get in even earlier? Some players may try changing their console region to New Zealand to gain an advantage over others. This trick has worked with past EA Sports titles and could work again for EA FC 26.
