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FC 26 maintenance (April 15): When will the servers come back
EA Sports announced server maintenance for FC 26 on April 15, beginning at 2 AM ET and lasting approximately 5.5 hours. Matchmaking will be disabled 30 minutes prior to the downtime. The maintenance will affect all platforms and online game modes, including Ultimate Team and Clubs, with offline modes like Career Mode remaining accessible.
FC 26 Serie A TOTS players and release countdown
EA Sports has confirmed that the Serie A Team of the Season (TOTS) will be released for FC 26 on Friday, April 17th, marking the first major league TOTS celebration in Ultimate Team. While specific player details are scarce, rumors suggest both a starting XI and Honorable Mentions will be included, with some players potentially available through objectives.
FC 26 Serie A Team of the Season Squad: All Players & Release Times
A leaked squad for FC 26's Serie A Team of the Season has revealed the inclusion of players like Lautaro Martínez, Kenan Yıldız, and Luka Modrić, with an official release date set for April 17, 2026. Notable omissions include Hakan Çalhanoğlu and Alessandro Bastoni, though they may appear in later promotions. This marks the first major league release in the Team of the Season campaign.
All FC 26 Ultimate Gauntlet 15 rewards and tasks
FC 26 Ultimate Gauntlet 15 is now live, offering players various rewards through completing 10 different tasks. Players need to complete nine of these tasks to earn rewards such as player packs and EVO consumables. The event is part of the Trophy Titans promo and is available for one week, with additional bonuses for performance in each round.
Best players for FC 26 The Makelele Role Evolution
The Makelele Role Evolution is now available in FC 26, allowing players to upgrade a chosen midfielder for 50,000 coins. The guide details the requirements for the evolution, including overall rating, defending stats, PlayStyle limits, and specific player rarities and positions. It also outlines the five upgrade levels and provides a list of recommended players to use for this evolution.
FC 26 Il Capitano Evolution Guide: Best Player & Is It Worth 125k Coins?
This guide details the FC 26 Il Capitano Evolution, a center-back upgrade that can boost players to a 91 overall rating and grant elite Anticipate+ and Intercept+ PlayStyles. It highlights top player choices like Micky van de Ven, Paolo Maldini, and Iván Córdoba, while advising players to consider upcoming Team of the Season content before committing coins.
FC 26 TOTS: MLS, Eredivisie, and Rest of Europe Teams Leaked
Leaks have revealed the initial Team of the Season squads for FC 26, including MLS, Eredivisie, and Serie A. The promo is set to begin on April 17, with confirmed player leaks including Lionel Messi for MLS and Joey Veerman for Eredivisie. EA Sports will release multiple squads throughout the month-long event.
Best players for FC 26 Velocity Touch Evolution
The FC 26 Velocity Touch Evolution is now available, offering unique boosts to a chosen player card after completing a specific Squad Building Challenge. The guide details the requirements, upgrade levels, and provides recommendations for the best players to utilize within this evolution, such as Onuachu FC Fantasy and Hjulmand Primetime.
Best players for FC 26 Backline Boost Evolution
This guide provides recommendations for the best players to use in the FC 26 Backline Boost Evolution in Ultimate Team. The evolution allows players to upgrade their defenders with specific stat boosts and PlayStyles, with requirements focusing on overall rating, PlayStyle count, rarity, and position. The article lists several recommended players, including O'Reilly TOTW, Bombito Winter Wildcards, and Antonio Silva Future Stars, and notes that the evolution can be used multiple times on the same card.
FC 26 Gavi vs Nico Gonzalez Showdown SBC: Which one should you complete
This guide compares the Gavi and Nico Gonzalez Showdown SBC cards in FC 26, detailing their in-game stats and the requirements for each. While both are economical, Gavi is recommended for his versatility and strong base stats, with potential for significant upgrades.
Best players for FC 26 Bottom Corner Evolution
The FC 26 Bottom Corner Evolution is available for 15,000 coins, offering significant upgrades to player cards. The guide details the requirements and upgrade paths for the evolution, recommending players like Carlos Espi, Maza Future Stars, and Oscar Bobb FC Fantasy as prime candidates for these enhancements.
Best players for FC 26 Into the Spotlight Evolution
This guide details the requirements and upgrades for the FC 26 Into the Spotlight Evolution in Ultimate Team. It provides recommendations for the best players to use, such as Linda Caicedo Unbreakables and Coman Winter Wildcards, to maximize the boosts offered by the evolution.
Best players for FC 26 Il Capitano Evolution
This guide details the FC 26 Il Capitano Evolution, outlining its requirements and upgrades to achieve a 91-rated item. It provides recommendations for the best players to use in this specific in-game evolution, focusing on center-backs with specific stat and PlayStyle limitations.
Best players for FC 26 Calm Under Pressure Evolution
The Calm Under Pressure Evolution is now available in FC 26 Ultimate Team, allowing players to upgrade specific player cards. The guide details the requirements and upgrades for two levels, focusing on attacker stats like Finishing and Composure, and suggests several players like Leao Winter Wildcards and Dumornay Thunderstruck who benefit most from these enhancements.
FC 26 Trophy Titans Team 2: All Leaked SBC & Objective Players
Leaked information suggests that FC 26 Trophy Titans Team 2 will feature several high-profile ICON and Hero cards, including David Beckham, Juan Román Riquelme, and Hristo Stoichkov. The content is expected to be released through Squad Building Challenges and Objectives between April 10 and April 17, 2026.
Best players for FC 26 Crownbreaker Boost Evolution
The FC 26 Crownbreaker Boost Evolution is available via an SBC, allowing players to upgrade specific player cards. The guide outlines the requirements, such as a maximum overall rating of 88 and specific PlayStyle levels, and details the five upgrade stages. It also recommends several players like Carlos Espi and Theo Hernandez who are ideal candidates for this evolution chain.
FC 26 Premier League Team of the Season Voting: How To Vote & All Nominees
Voting for the FC 26 Premier League Team of the Season is now open until April 10, 2026. Fans can visit the official EA Sports website to select their preferred XI from 40 nominees, including stars like Erling Haaland, Virgil van Dijk, and Declan Rice. The final results will be determined by a combination of fan votes and EA's decision.
FC 26 Trophy Titans Team 2: All Leaked Heroes & ICONs
A massive leak has revealed the full lineup for FC 26 Trophy Titans Team 2, featuring elite Icons and Heroes. The second wave of the legends-only promo includes defensive greats like Paolo Maldini and Cafu, alongside offensive stars such as Thierry Henry and Wayne Rooney. This team will introduce top Icons with triple PlayStyle+ abilities, ahead of the Team of the Season event.
FC 26 Team of the Season: Expected Release Date, Schedule, and Voting
The Team of the Season (TOTS) campaign for FC 26 is expected to begin on April 24, 2026, with a warm-up week starting April 17. This month-long event celebrates top performers from global leagues, with weekly squad releases including major leagues like the Premier League and Ligue 1, culminating in TOTS Ultimate on June 5. EA Sports has confirmed the event is coming soon, and voting for some leagues is already live.
FC 26 Team of the Season: Release Date, Schedule, and Voting
The Team of the Season (TOTS) campaign for FC 26 is confirmed to begin on April 17, 2026, marking the biggest power curve shift in the game. The month-long event will celebrate top performers from global leagues, starting with Serie A and concluding with TOTS Ultimate on May 22. Voting for various leagues, including the Premier League, is already live.