EA Sports FC 26: Every New and Returning Icon announced

This year's Icons might be some of the most exciting we've gotten from EA in a few years!

Zlatan Ibrahimovic with an acrobatic move in EA FC 26

Icons are among the most coveted and uncommon cards in Ultimate Team, representing legendary players who left a lasting impact on football history. Packing an Icon (especially early in the game’s release) is a huge deal. In addition to their standout ratings and unique PlayStyles, Icons automatically provide full chemistry, regardless of their teammates’ club or nationality. This makes them extremely valuable assets when building a squad.

The full list of Icons for EA Sports FC 26 has been revealed, and fans have plenty to be excited about. This year’s lineup features some long-requested legends, beloved fan favorites, and a host of returning superstars. With so many iconic names included, and with icons being introduced to Career Mode, it’s easy to argue that this might be the most thrilling batch of Icons in the franchise’s history. Without further ado, here are the Icons coming to EA Sports FC 26.

Every new icon in EA Sports FC 25

Zlatan Ibrahimovic (EA FC 26 Ultimate Edition Cover Star)



  • Nationality: Sweden
  • Rating: 92
  • Position: Striker

During his playing days and even now, Zlatan maintains a larger-than-life persona that is just electric. An author of some of the most iconic moments in football history, it was only a matter of time before we got Zlatan Ibrahimovic as an Icon in EA FC 26.

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Alex Morgan



  • Nationality: USA
  • Rating: 91
  • Position: Striker

A trailblazer on and off the pitch, Alex Morgan has redefined what it means to be a global football star. With her clutch performances and relentless drive, the USWNT icon now takes her place in EA FC 26 as one of the most lethal strikers in the game.

Andrés Iniesta



  • Nationality: Spain 
  • Rating: 92
  • Position: Central Midfield

Few midfielders in football history can match the elegance and vision of Andrés Iniesta. A magician with the ball and a maestro of the big occasion, it was only fitting that this Spanish legend return as an Icon in EA FC 26, pulling strings in the heart of midfield once again.

Toni Kroos



  • Nationality: Germany
  • Rating: 90
  • Position: Central Midfield

With precision, poise, and pinpoint passing, Toni Kroos has long been the blueprint for a modern midfielder. The German playmaker’s cerebral style and trophy-laden career earn him a deserved place among the Icons in EA FC 26.

Marcelo



  • Nationality: Brazil
  • Rating: 89
  • Position: Left Back

With flair, fight, and a flair for the spectacular, Marcelo revolutionized the left-back position with his attacking mindset and samba style. Now, the Brazilian maestro cements his legendary status in EA FC 26 as a true Icon.

Oliver Kahn



  • Nationality: Germany
  • Rating: 91
  • Position: Goalkeeper

A force of nature between the posts, Oliver Kahn’s intensity and leadership made him one of the most feared goalkeepers in football. With his return in EA FC 26, the German titan brings raw power and iconic presence to your backline.

Caroline Seger



  • Nationality: Sweden
  • Rating: 90
  • Position: Central Midfielder

With a career defined by consistency, leadership, and excellence, Caroline Seger stands tall as one of Sweden’s most decorated footballers. Her inclusion in EA FC 26 as an Icon is a tribute to her impact on the women’s game and her enduring legacy in midfield.

Giorgio Chiellini



  • Nationality: Italy
  • Rating: 89
  • Position: Center Back

An old-school defender with modern discipline, Giorgio Chiellini was a wall for club and country. Tough, tactical, and utterly dependable, the Italian warrior now steps into Icon status in EA FC 26.

Francesco Totti



  • Nationality: Italy
  • Rating: 89
  • Position: Attacking Midfielder

The Eternal Captain of Rome, Francesco Totti, was more than a footballer; he was a symbol. A master of the beautiful game with unrivaled loyalty and elegance, Totti’s inclusion as an Icon in EA FC 26 is nothing short of poetic.

Steffi Jones



  • Nationality: German
  • Rating: 89
  • Position: Defender

Strong, composed, and tactically sharp, Steffi Jones was a rock in Germany’s golden era. Her influence as a player and beyond earns her a deserved place among the Icons in EA FC 26.

Cha Bum-Kun



  • Nationality: South Korea
  • Rating: 88
  • Position: Striker

A pioneer for Asian footballers in Europe, Cha Bum-Kun combined blistering pace with clinical finishing. As one of South Korea’s most legendary figures, his Icon card in EA FC 26 celebrates a career that broke boundaries and records.

Sissi


EA Sports FC 26 every new Icon

  • Nationality: Brazil
  • Rating: 88
  • Position: Attacking Midfielder

A true artist on the pitch, Sissi dazzled with her flair, vision, and creativity. The Brazilian legend lit up tournaments and inspired a generation. Now, she brings her magic to EA FC 26 as an Icon.

Every returning Icon in EA Sports FC 25

Ronaldo



  • Nationality: Brazil
  • Rating: 92
  • Position: Striker

An unstoppable force at his peak, Ronaldo blended power, pace, and poise like no other. EA FC 26 sees the return of “O Fenômeno” as a top-tier Icon, ready to terrorize defenders once again.

Gareth Bale



  • Nationality: Wales
  • Rating: 88
  • Position: Right Winger

Thunderous goals, blistering speed, and big-game moments: Gareth Bale’s iconic return is a celebration of one of the most electric wingers of his era.

Thierry Henry



  • Nationality: France
  • Rating: 91
  • Position: Striker

Grace and goals personified, Thierry Henry was poetry in motion. A Premier League and international legend, his Icon card in EA FC 26 brings style and swagger to any attack.

Ferenc Puskás



  • Nationality: Hungary
  • Rating: 92
  • Position: Striker

With a left foot from the heavens and goal-scoring instincts that defied logic, Ferenc Puskás remains one of football’s most iconic figures. His return as an icon is a gift to fans of pure striking excellence.

Roberto Carlos



  • Nationality: Brazil
  • Rating: 90
  • Position: Left Back

Few defenders have blended defense and dynamism like Roberto Carlos. His rocket of a left foot and explosive runs down the wing make him a must-have Icon once again in EA FC 26.

Steven Gerrard



  • Nationality: England
  • Rating: 89
  • Position: Central Midfielder 

A captain, a talisman, and a symbol of loyalty, Steven Gerrard brought fire to every match. The English midfielder returns to EA FC 26 as an Icon whose leadership is matched only by his legendary long-range strikes.

David Beckham



  • Nationality: England
  • Rating: 88
  • Position: Right Midfielder

From pinpoint crosses to curling free kicks, David Beckham defined a generation of football. His Icon status in EA FC 26 honors his technical brilliance and global legacy.

Luís Figo



  • Nationality: Portugal 
  • Rating: 89
  • Position: Winger

Silky smooth on the ball and a nightmare for defenders, Luís Figo was a master of the wing. The Portuguese great returns as an icon who brings flair and finesse to the midfield.

Zinédine Zidane



  • Nationality: France
  • Rating: 94
  • Position: Central Midfielder

Grace, genius, and greatness—Zinédine Zidane was the epitome of footballing elegance. With a 94-rated Icon card in EA FC 26, he remains one of the most complete and revered midfielders ever.

Gianluca Zambrotta



  • Nationality: Italy
  • Rating: 86
  • Position: Fullback

Versatile and tireless, Gianluca Zambrotta offered consistency wherever he played. A dependable fullback with big-match credentials, he remains a valuable icon for building balanced squads.

Hugo Sanchez



  • Nationality: Mexico
  • Rating: 89
  • Position: Striker

Acrobatic, instinctive, and deadly in front of goal, Hugo Sánchez lit up La Liga with his unique flair. His return as an Icon in EA FC 26 brings back a true goal machine from Mexico’s rich football history. 


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