EA Sports FC 26 Unveils Its Elite 52: The Game's Most Dominant Players Ranked

EA Sports officially unveiled the 26 top-rated male players in EA Sports FC 26 on Monday, as excitement and anticipation grow for the newest installment of the beloved gaming series.

Each year, one of the most thrilling aspects of a new EA Sports FC release is the ratings announcement. Supporters eagerly await to discover which stars have received improvements, which athletes earn the prestigious 'walkout' status—an Ultimate Team card with an 86+ rating—and which players have seen their ratings drop following underwhelming performances last season.

The initial announcement features the top-rated male players in the game. See the complete top 26 list below.

The 26 Top-Rated Male Players in EA Sports FC 26

This year brings significant changes to the ratings hierarchy as Salah now shares the top spot with Mbappé, both earning the game's highest base rating of 91. Additionally, several PSG stars received substantial upgrades following their impressive previous season. Dembélé, Hakimi, and Vitinha all earned significant improvements to secure their places in the top 26. Gabriel and Saka complete the top 26, with both players receiving +2 and +1 overall improvements respectively. Barcelona talents Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, and Pedri also earned spots in the top 26.

Both Rodri and Haaland shared the same rating as the Real Madrid icon last year, but this season they've each dropped one point to 90. Additional players experiencing downgrades include Vinícius Júnior, Kane, Martínez, and Kevin De Bruyne, who falls outside the top 26.

The 26 Top-Rated Female Players in EA Sports FC 26

Bonmatí maintains her position as the top-rated player in the women's division, but this year she's accompanied by club and national teammate Alexia Putellas, who earned a +1 overall upgrade. Arsenal players Mariona Caldentey, Alessia Russo, and Leah Williamson also received significant improvements following their Women's Champions League victory.