Key Takeaways
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- EA SPORTS FC 26 will feature an expanded global football representation, including over 20,000 athletes across more than 750 clubs and national teams, over 120 stadiums, and support from over 35 leagues; both mens and womens football.
- Notable collaborations include new marketing deals with the English FA, a renewed licensing agreement for the UEFA Womens Euro competition (including the 2025 tournament), and partnerships with iconic clubs such as FC Bayern and popular teams like Napoli and Besiktas.
- EA SPORTS FC 26 aims to connect with the next generation of soccer fans, enhancing its global representation of elite womens soccer through new and renewed licensing deals with leagues like the Barclays Womens Super League, Arkema Premiere Ligue, and UEFA Womens Champions League.
- EA Sports FC reported approximately $7.5 billion in revenue for Fiscal Year 2025, solidifying its position as a leading brand in the gaming industry with franchises like Battlefield, Apex Legends, The Sims, and more.
EA SPORTS FC 26 Enhances Global Football Spectacle with Expanded Leagues, Clubs, and Women’s Representation
Electronic Arts Inc. (EA) has confirmed a series of long-term partnerships for its upcoming game, EA Sports FC 26. The game will feature over 20,000 athletes across more than 750 clubs and national teams, over 120 stadiums, and support from over 35 leagues; over 300 global football partnerships enable these features. These agreements encompass both men’s and women’s football. Among the notable collaborations, EA Sports FC 26 includes a new marketing deal with the English FA, a renewed licensing agreement for the UEFA Women’s Euro competition (including the 2025 tournament), and a partnership with the English national men’s team. The game also solidifies its ties with one of the world’s most iconic clubs, FC Bayern. James Taylor, EA Sports FC Football Partnerships Director, emphasized the community-driven development: “Everything we added to FC 26 was based on feedback from our community. That means returning some famous stadiums and fan-requested clubs, as well as increasing the representation of high-level women’s football – all part of their commitment to authenticity in celebrating the game’s amazing diversity.”
EA SPORTS FC 26 Introduces Iconic Stadiums and Collaborates with FC Bayern for Enhanced Gaming Experience
In response to fan requests, EA Sports FC 26 is adding several iconic stadiums. These include the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, which will significantly draw Napoli fans, alongside fan favorites like the Allianz Arena, home of FC Bayern, and the Tupras Stadyumu, home of Besiktas. Michael Diederich, Vice President of EA Sports FC’s Board of Directors, commented on the new partnership with FC Bayern: “Football is all about passion, commitment, and emotion — both on and off the virtual pitch. Our gaming community is growing faster than ever, and we’re stoked to bring that energy to our new partner, EA Sports FC. Together with FC Bayern, we’re aiming to connect with the next generation of soccer fans, both in-stadium and on the console.”
EA Sports FC 26 Expands Global Football Representation with Major Women’s and Men’s Clubs and Leagues
EA Sports FC demonstrates its ongoing dedication to expanding men’s and women’s soccer worldwide through new and renewed licensing deals. For women’s football, these include the Barclays Women’s Super League, Arkema Premiere Ligue, and UEFA Women’s Champions League. Top clubs such as OL Lyonnes, Chelsea Women, and FC Bayern Women have also joined, further enhancing EA Sports FC’s global representation of elite women’s soccer. Zarah Al Kudcy, Chief Revenue Officer, highlighted the impact: “EA Sports FC’s power and its dreamy football world have given our league, clubs, and athletes a whole new fanbase. Our league and clubs are already among the most popular in women’s football within the game, and we can’t wait to keep growing together.” Other renewed partnerships extend to prominent men’s clubs and leagues, including Atletico Madrid, River Plate, Racing Club, the Scottish Premier League, and the Belgian Pro League. EA Sports FC 26 is scheduled for release in September 2025 across multiple platforms. EA Play subscribers will enjoy early access and additional benefits. Terms and restrictions may apply; full details are available at ea.com/games/easportsfcfc26/game-disclaimers.
Expanded EA Portfolio Brings Over $7.5 Billion in FY2025 Revenue
In Fiscal Year 2025, EA reported approximately $7.5 billion in revenue, based on GAAP. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, EA is renowned for its leading brands, including EA Sports FC, Battlefield, Apex Legends, The Sims, EA Sports Madden NFL, EA Sports College Football, Need For Speed, Dragon Age, Titanfall, Plants Vs. Zombies, and EA Sports F1. More information about EA can be found at www.ea.com/news. EA, EA SPORTS, EA SPORTS FC, Battlefield, Need For Speed, Apex Legends, The Sims, Dragon Age, Titanfall, and Plants Vs. Zombies are trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. John Madden, NFL, and F1 are trademarks of their respective owners, used with permission.
