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FC 26 Season 10 Leaks: Release Date & All Players
FC 26 Season 10, themed around player transfers and FUTTIES items, is set to launch on August 13, 2026. This final season will offer earnable packs for FC 27 and features leaked player items including Alexia Putellas, Bernardo Silva, and Casemiro. EA Sports is expected to release the content at 8 AM BST / 12 AM PT.
FC 27 The Grounds Game Modes & Activities: Kickabouts, Rush & Club League
EA Sports has detailed the various game modes and activities available in FC 27's new open-world mode, The Grounds. These include competitive options like Club Leagues and Live Events, as well as casual mini-games such as Bocce Ball, Team Keepaway, and Balloon Ball, with more activities planned post-launch.
FC 27’s The Grounds Looks Like PlayStation Home For Football Fans
FC 27 is introducing a new open-world social hub called The Grounds, described as a significant reinvention for the series. This mode aims to provide a 'PlayStation Home for Football Fans' experience, offering players a new way to interact within the game.
FC 26 FUTTIES Team 2 SBC & Objective Leaks: Torres, Ramires & More
Leaks suggest that EA Sports FC 26's FUTTIES campaign will feature new player items for Fernando Torres, Ramires, Frenkie de Jong, and Peter Crouch in Team 2. These players are expected to be available through Squad Building Challenges, Objectives, and the Token Store before August 7, 2026. The article also briefly mentions upcoming details for FC 27.
FC 27 The Grounds: Open-World Details, Districts & Features
Electronic Arts is introducing "The Grounds," an open-world social hub for FC 27, marking the franchise's first foray into this game design. This mode will replace traditional menus, allowing players to explore three distinct districts, interact with mentors like Kylian Mbappé and Alex Hunter, purchase licensed apparel, and participate in mini-games and street matches. The Grounds will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC, excluding last-gen consoles.
Issues and Activism
Blizzard Entertainment fired a developer involved in a World of Warcraft cheating scandal, while fans expressed anger over Electronic Arts' announcement of a $150 version of FC 27. These incidents highlight ongoing issues with game integrity and monetization practices within the industry.
FC 27 Hall of FUT Explained: Confirmed Players, Leaks, and How It Works
EA Sports has confirmed the new 'Hall of FUT' player rarity for FC 27 Ultimate Team, which will celebrate community cult heroes and meta legends rather than real-world footballing prestige. The initial five confirmed players include Adebayo Akinfenwa, Marouane Fellaini, Loïc Rémy, Eljero Elia, and Giovani dos Santos, who can be obtained through packs, SBCs, Objectives, and a special pre-order bonus. Leaks suggest a larger roster of players will be added later.
FC 27 Gameplay Improvements: AI Defending, Dribbling & Crossing Changes
EA Sports has detailed upcoming gameplay enhancements for FC 27, focusing on improved attacking spatial awareness, redesigned corner kicks and crossing mechanics, and rebalanced AI defending. The game will also feature smarter off-ball runs and enhanced dribbling fluidity, though some features will not be available on last-gen consoles.
FC 27 Editions Guide: Standard, Ultimate, Ultimate Plus & Pre-Order Bonuses
EA Sports has detailed the three editions for FC 27: Standard, Ultimate, and a limited-time Ultimate Plus Edition, available for pre-order ahead of its September 25, 2026 release. Each edition offers different in-game bonuses and content, with the Ultimate Plus Edition including early access and extensive FC Points.
FC 27 Cover Star Announced, And It’s An Obvious Choice
EA Sports has revealed Kylian Mbappe as the cover star for the Ultimate Edition of FC 27. Mbappe, who previously graced the cover of FIFA 23, expressed his honor in continuing his partnership with EA. EA Sports will release more details about FC 27 on July 27.
FC 26 Summer Stars: All SBC & Objective Players Leaked
Leaks suggest that FC 26's Summer Stars campaign will feature prominent players like Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe, alongside obtainable players such as Zinedine Zidane and Michael Olise through Squad Building Challenges and Objectives. The campaign highlights World Cup stars, with specific leaks pointing to players like Johan Cruyff and a Showdown SBC for the Spain vs. Argentina final.