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Cole Palmer mistakenly livestreams EA Sports FC 27 on Twitch early and gets temporarily banned — ‘I was only…
Chelsea and England midfielder Cole Palmer received a temporary ban from Twitch after mistakenly livestreaming EA Sports FC 27 before its official embargo. Palmer, who also expressed dissatisfaction with his in-game rating, had his account reinstated shortly after the incident.
You can play EA Sports FC 27 today if you own an Xbox
Players who own an Xbox can access EA Sports FC 27 early by changing their console's region to New Zealand, where the game's early access period has already begun. This method allows players to bypass the official September 25 release date. The early access is available for the more expensive editions of the game, while standard editions will unlock on September 25.
FC 27 Team of the Week 1: All Leaked Players, Card Stats & Release Time
EA Sports FC 27's first Team of the Week has been leaked, featuring players like Lamine Yamal, Melchie Dumornay, and David Raya. The article details their leaked card stats and confirms the usual Wednesday release time for these in-game upgrades, even before the game's early access launch.
EA Sports FC 27 Announces Pre-Loading And Launch Windows Across The Globe Ahead Of Release
Electronic Arts has announced pre-loading is available for EA Sports FC 27, with staggered release windows globally. Ultimate Edition owners and EA Pro members can play starting September 17th at 4 PM PDT, while Standard Edition owners will access the game on September 24th. An EA Play trial begins five hours after the initial launch.
FC 27 Promo Calendar: Confirmed & Expected Dates for Every Ultimate Team Campaign
EA Sports has outlined the promotional calendar for EA Sports FC 27 Ultimate Team, confirming a reduction of five campaign weeks compared to previous titles. These will be replaced by themed 'Series' that do not introduce new special items to packs, aiming for a tighter power curve. Promos are expected to continue launching on Fridays at 6:00 PM BST / 10:00 AM PT.
EA Sports doesn't think defending in FC 27 has "ever felt this good"
EA Sports is implementing significant changes to defending in EA Sports FC 27, aiming to reduce reliance on AI and reward manual player input. Gameplay Director Kantcho Doskov and Senior Producer Sam Rivera expressed confidence that these changes will address community frustrations and make defending feel more engaging and rewarding.
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Gears of War: E-Day, Minecraft Dungeons II, Dune: Awakening, and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding a variety of new titles throughout September and October, including Gears of War: E-Day, Minecraft Dungeons II, Dune: Awakening, and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. Several games are also leaving the service on September 30th.
FC 27 Destined for Glory: Release Date, Confirmed Players & Upgrade Rules
EA Sports FC 27's 'Destined for Glory' campaign will launch on September 25, 2026, following early access and run until October 9, 2026. Player cards will receive dynamic upgrades based on real-world performances like goals, assists, and clean sheets, starting September 18, 2026. Confirmed players include Kylian Mbappé, Alexander Isak, Morgan Rogers, Bryan Mbeumo, and Mateus Fernandes, selected through fan voting and EA's picks.
UK software sales chart for the week ending September 12, 2026 – Onimusha: Way of the Sword doing well
The UK software sales chart for the week ending September 12, 2026, shows Onimusha: Way of the Sword climbing to the number one spot. Nintendo titles Pokemon Pokopia and Mario Kart World also saw significant movement, ranking third and sixth respectively.
Best FC 27 Starter Squad: Top Budget Team for Ultimate Team Launch
This guide provides the best budget-friendly starter squad for EA Sports FC 27's Ultimate Team mode, focusing on a hybrid Premier League and La Liga team. It highlights value players like Robert Sánchez, Wesley Fofana, and Ademola Lookman who offer good performance for early-game coin savings.
FC 27 Starter Squad: Best Affordable Fullbacks and Center Backs
This guide provides recommendations for affordable fullbacks and center backs in EA Sports FC 27, focusing on players with key attributes like height, physical presence, and specific PlayStyles such as Jockey and Intercept. It highlights players like Wesley Fofana, Jorrel Hato, Antonee Robinson, and Andrei Rațiu as strong budget options for the early game.
Nintendo pre-order updates – September 13, 2026 – Nintendo Direct games galore
This article provides a comprehensive list of Nintendo products available for pre-order across various retailers in the United States, Canada, and the UK for the week of September 13, 2026. It details upcoming game releases, amiibo figures, and books with their respective release dates and retail availability.
Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch file sizes – Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave, LEGO Batman, more
Nintendo eShop listings have revealed the file sizes for numerous games on both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The data includes titles such as EA Sports FC 27, Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, with file sizes varying significantly across the two platforms.
FC 27 Trophies: Full Achievement List and How to Unlock Them
This guide provides a comprehensive breakdown of all 47 trophies and achievements in EA Sports FC 27, detailing the requirements and modes needed to unlock them. Collecting all achievements will grant the Platinum Trophy on PlayStation or 1000 Gamerscore on Xbox, with the grind expected to be similar to previous titles.
FC 27 Soundtrack: Full Tracklist and Official Songs Revealed
EA Sports has revealed the complete soundtrack for EA Sports FC 27, featuring 120 diverse tracks from established artists like The Strokes and Interpol, as well as emerging global talents. The full tracklist is available on Spotify, and players can manage in-game music through the audio settings. The game's early access is set to launch in one week.
Pokémon Go and EA FC could be "under one roof", as EA and Saudi-owned Savvy Games Group reportedly considering merger
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) is reportedly considering merging Electronic Arts (EA) with its subsidiary Savvy Games Group to improve asset coordination. This potential merger follows EA's recent $55 billion acquisition by the PIF. Savvy Games Group already owns companies like Scopely and ESL, and has partial stakes in Capcom and Nintendo.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for September 14 to 18
Microsoft has announced a slate of new games coming to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between September 14 and 18. Titles include TCG Card Shop Simulator, RuneScape: Dragonwilds, Aniimo, Train Sim World 7, and Dune: Awakening, among many others across various genres.
EA Sports FC 27 Soundtrack Released on Spotify, Includes 120 Tracks
Electronic Arts has released the official soundtrack for EA Sports FC 27 on Spotify, featuring 120 tracks from 36 countries. The soundtrack includes artists like Barry Can't Swim, Little Simz, and The Strokes, aiming to offer diverse musical tastes ahead of the game's global release on September 25th. This release follows recent news about gameplay improvements and PC enhancements for the title.
FC 27 Release Date, Early Access Start Times, & Preload Details
EA Sports FC 27 is set to release on September 25, 2026, for consoles and September 24 for PC. Early access begins on September 18 for Ultimate and Ultimate+ Edition owners, with EA Play subscribers getting a 10-hour trial starting September 17. Pre-loads for early access holders commence on September 15.
FC 27 Wonderkids: Best Wonderkids and Young Players to Sign
EA Sports FC 27 is set to launch its early access on September 18, 2026, with a guide to the best young players, or 'wonderkids', now available. Lamine Yamal leads the list with an overall rating of 90, followed by João Neves and Pau Cubarsí. The article details numerous players aged 21 and under with high potential for Career Mode and Ultimate Team.
