EA SPORTS FC 26 Kicks Off Athlete Rankings Week, Reveals Top 26 Male and Female Players

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The top-rated mens players in EA Sports FC 26 are Mohamed Salah and Kylian Mbappé, both with a score of 91, while the top womens players are Alexia Putellas and Aitana Bonmatí also at 91.
Several athletes have seen substantial improvements since FC 25, with Lamine Yamal receiving the largest boost among men (8 points), and Mariona gaining 5 points among women. Other notable women players include Sophia Smith, Guro Reiten, Ewa Pajor, and Lauren Hemp, all with a rating of 87 or higher.
Fans can share their opinions on player rankings via the online ranking tool and on EA Sports FC social media channels, starting September 12 at 4 PM Brasilia time.
EA Sports FC 26 will be released on various platforms (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Luna, Nintendo Switch, and Switch 2) on September 26, 2025. Early access is available for Ultimate Edition holders starting September 19, while EA Play members can enjoy a 10-hour trial from the same date. Subscribers also receive various benefits, such as monthly Ultimate Draft Tokens, seasonal club rewards, and a 10% discount on digital content.

EA SPORTS FC 26 – Top Men & Women Players Revealed; Key Ratings & Improvements Highlighted

EA Sports has officially revealed the initial player ratings for EA Sports FC 26, showcasing the top athletes from leagues worldwide. This announcement includes the top 26 men and women, with several players achieving remarkable scores and significant rating boosts. Leading the men’s rankings are Mohamed Salah and Kylian Mbappé, both tied for the top spot with an impressive rating of 91. In the women’s category, Alexia Putellas and Aitana Bonmatí also share the highest rating at 91, marking a significant moment in the game’s history. Key Player Ratings & Improvements Beyond the top-rated players, several athletes have seen substantial improvements since FC 25. Top Men: Mohamed Salah (91) Kylian Mbappé (91) Top Women: Alexia Putellas (91) Aitana Bonmatí (91) Biggest Movers (Rating Increases): Men: Lamine Yamal received the largest boost, gaining 8 points. Raphinha and Hakimi each improved by 5 points. Women: Mariona gained 5 points, Russo gained 4 points, and Shaw gained 3 points. Several other notable female players and their ratings have also been released: Sophia Smith (Portland Thorns) – 88 Guro Reiten (Chelsea) – 88 Ewa Pajor (FC Barcelona) – 88

EA SPORTS FC 26 – Top Women’s Footballers Unveiled; Rankings Tool & Social Media Feedback Available

Christiane Endler (Lyon) – 88 Debinha (NC Current) – 88 Irene Paredes Hernandez (Zag FC Barcelona) – 88 Chloe Kelly (Arsenal) – 87 Lindsey Heaps (Lyonnes Ol) – 87 Lucy Bronze (Chelsea) – 87 Rose Lavelle (Gotham FC) – 87 Sakina Karchaoui (Paris SG) – 87 Leah Williamson (Arsenal) – 87 Beth Mead (Arsenal) – 87 Mallory Swanson (Chicago Stars FC) – 87 Ada Hegerberg (Lyonnes) – 87 Lauren Hemp (Manchester City) – 87 Share Your Feedback Fans can provide their opinions on player rankings using the online ranking tool and on EA Sports FC social media channels. Feedback will help the team refine future rankings. The opportunity to share opinions begins this Friday, September 12, at 4 PM Brasilia time, following the full database release. EA Sports FC 26 Rankings Release Schedule The full schedule for ranking announcements is as follows: Monday, September 8: Top 26 Men – 12 PM Brasilia time Top 26 Women – 12:30 PM Brasilia time Tuesday, September 9: Premier League – 12 PM Brasilia time Barclays WSL – 2:30 PM Brasilia time.

EA SPORTS FC 26 Game Release & Benefits for Members and Subscribers – September 2025

Wednesday, September 10: Saudi Pro League – 10 AM Brasilia time LaLiga EA Sports – 12 PM Brasilia time Ligue 1 – 2 PM Brasilia time Thursday, September 11: Frauen-Bundesliga – 10 AM Brasilia time Bundesliga – 12 PM Brasilia time MLS – 2 PM Brasilia time NWSL – 4 PM Brasilia time Friday, September 12: D1 Arkema – 10 AM Brasilia time Ligue 1 – 12 PM Brasilia time Serie A – 2 PM Brasilia time Full Database Release – 4 PM Brasilia time Game Release and EA Play Benefits EA Sports FC 26 is set to launch on September 26, 2025, for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Luna, Nintendo Switch, and Switch 2. Players can gain early access starting September 19 through the Ultimate Edition. EA Play members can kick off their experience on September 19 with a 10-hour trial. Subscribers also receive monthly Ultimate Draft Tokens, seasonal club rewards, and a 10% discount on all digital content, including pre-orders, game downloads, FC Points, and DLCs. For more details, visit EA.com/EAPlay.