EA Sports FC 26: New Icon Cards Announcement
As the gaming community eagerly awaits the launch of EA Sports FC 26, fans are excited to learn about the latest batch of Icon cards that will be introduced to the franchise. This year’s lineup honors some of the sport’s most legendary figures, with a special focus on their unprecedented achievements in soccer history.
Featured Icons
Among the illustrious names is Alex Morgan, a prominent U.S. striker who announced her retirement in 2024. Morgan’s illustrious career spanned from 2008 to 2024 and included prestigious stints in both the U.S. and Europe, where she played in leagues such as the WPS and NWSL, and clinched a UEFA Women’s Champions League title with Lyon in the 2016-2017 season. With an impressive tally of 123 goals in 224 appearances for the U.S. national team, her legacy includes pivotal contributions to two World Cup victories and an Olympic gold medal. Her EA FC 26 Icon card boasts a notable OVR rating of 91.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic, the icon featured on the game’s cover, and Andrés Iniesta from Spain are the only two athletes with an even higher rating, both achieving an OVR of 92. These ratings reflect their significant impact on the sport and are anticipated by fans as a highlight of this edition, which is set to launch on September 26, 2023. EA Sports encourages early engagement with a pre-order incentive highlighted on social media platforms.
Oliver Kahn and Other Icons
Joining Morgan in this esteemed group of Icons is Oliver Kahn, the former German international and acclaimed goalkeeper. Known for his fierce playing style and strong leadership on the field, Kahn is a cornerstone of soccer history. His prowess was evident during his time at Bayern Munich, where he played from 1994 to 2008, amassing 429 appearances. He also represented the German national team 86 times, culminating in his retirement from international play in 2006. Notably, Kahn made history by being the first goalkeeper to win the Golden Ball award during the World Cup in 2002, a testament to his exceptional skill and performance despite battling injuries throughout the tournament.
Complete List of New Icons
The complete list of new Icons featured in EA Sports FC 26 includes:
- Zlatan Ibrahimovic — Sweden (92 OVR)
- Andrés Iniesta — Spain (92 OVR)
- Alex Morgan — United States (91 OVR)
- Oliver Kahn — Germany (91 OVR)
- Toni Kroos — Germany (90 OVR)
- Caroline Seger — Sweden (90 OVR)
- Francesco Totti — Italy (89 OVR)
- Marcelo — Brazil (89 OVR)
- Giorgio Chiellini — Italy (89 OVR)
- Stephanie Jones — Germany (89 OVR)
- Cha Bum-kun — South Korea (88 OVR)
- Sissi — Brazil (88 OVR)
Fans are buzzing with excitement regarding the release of these new cards, which will allow players to engage with the legendary careers of these Icons in the virtual arena. As the countdown begins, anticipation builds for the gameplay experience that awaits in just a few weeks.
