The EA Sports FC 26 striker ratings are officially here, and as always, the community has opinions. From goal machines who were destined to top the charts to a few head-scratchers that have fans divided, this year’s ratings for forwards are packed with talking points. Whether you’re into clinical finishers, pace merchants, or physical powerhouses, EA has laid out who they think are the top strikers in the world right now.
Some picks are no-brainers. Others? Not so much. But one thing’s for sure: we now know which No. 9s made the cut, who’s climbing the ranks, and who might’ve been robbed. Here’s a look at the highest-rated male strikers in EA Sports FC 26.
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Victor Osimhen
26-year-old Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has an overall rating of 87 in FC 26. The striker plays for Galatasaray in the Trendyol Süper Lig. Osimhen shines with his incredible physical stats; his 91 strength, 91 acceleration, and 92 sprint speed are among the highest in the game; these stats make him a true menace on the run and unshakable in possession. With 91 positioning, 88 finishing, 86 shot power, and 88 reactions, Osimhen is a constant threat in the opposition box.
Osimhen also has 95 jumping and 89 heading accuracy; combined with his 95 strength and 6’1″ frame, that makes him a viable crossing option and a great source of goals during set-piece routines. In the right system and tactical setup, Osimhen could prove to be an unstoppable force against even the best defensive setups.
Viktor Gyökeres
Arsenal’s star striker Viktor Gyökeres is an impressive goal-scoring machine in EA Sports FC 26. The 27-year-old striker has an overall rating of 87, a testament to the incredible season he had with Sporting before joining Arsenal FC. Gyökeres stands out with his incredible jumping (95), stamina (93), strength (91), and aggression (87), making him an ever-advancing threat for even the strongest defenders.
Gyökeres also possesses impressive sprint speed and acceleration, which, combined with his other physical stats, allow him to maintain his intensity and threat level from the first whistle to the last. His 88 positioning, 88 finishing, and 88 shot power put him among the elites of goal scoring in the game. Finally, his 6’2″ frame and Enforcer+ playstyle further cement him as a goal-scoring brute, capable of striking fear into the hearts of any defenders.
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Serhou Guirassy
Serhou Guirassy is an 87 overall-rated striker for German giants Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga. Despite his impressive 6’2″ frame, Guirassy is actually more of a finesse striker. 90 positioning, 90 finishing, and 91 shot power make him a constant goalscoring threat. Serhou has 86 reactions, 86 ball control, 88 composure, and 83 dribbling, meaning he’s very comfortable on the ball and can handle long spells of possession, even under pressure from opposition players. His 83 short passing and 79 long passing give him the ability to pick out precise passes and occasionally start attacking moves rather than finish them.
That said, his impressive height, 90 jumping, 85 strength, and 88 heading accuracy allow him to be a viable target option for crosses. Ultimately, Serhou Guirassy is a versatile striker who can fit into a multitude of striker roles, from a creative false-9 capable of starting moves as well as finishing to a target forward always ready to put the ball in the net.
Alexander Isak
Liverpool’s 88 overall-rated record signing, Alexander Isak, is simply an elite finisher. With his 89 positioning, 91 finishing, and 91 shot power, he offers the ability to score spectacular goals. With his 83-rated long shots and the Finesse Shot+ trait, Isak is capable of scoring incredible long-range goals.
Most impressively, Isak is incredible with the ball at his feet; with 87 ball control, 88 dribbling, and 88 composure, he’s capable of breaking tackles, gliding past would-be tacklers, and running rings around defenders before finishing tidily in the back of the net. An advanced forward through and through, Isak would thrive in a gegenpressing setup, providing exciting and entertaining football.
Lautaro MartÃnez
Lautaro MartÃnez plays in the Italian top-flight league for Lombardia FC/Inter Milan in EA Sports FC 26. His positioning, finishing, and shot power are all rated among some of the highest in the game. With 92 volleys, 88 agility, 87 balance, 92 reactions, 84 ball control, and 88 composure, Lautaro is a constant threat capable of providing goals from various scenarios; from dribbling past defenders and scoring to hitting a loose ball clean on the volley, Lautaro simply provides goals.
Lautaro’s Game Changer+ playstyle further increases the flair and potency of his already impressive goal-scoring ability. Finally, despite being only 5’9″, Lautaro’s Precision Header playstyle, 91 jumping, 87 aggression, and 86 heading accuracy make him a viable heading option in the box.
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Robert Lewandowski
Robert Lewandowski is one of the greatest strikers of his generation. Despite being 37, the Barcelona striker still holds his place among the elite goal scorers in football. With 90 positioning, 92 finishing, 89 shot power, 86 volleys, and 90 penalties, Lewandowski is an incredible goal-scoring option capable of producing great goals in almost any tactical setup.
With incredible long and short passing, great free-kick stats, and elite jumping and heading stats, Lewandowski can turn up during set pieces as either the provider or the finisher. Due to his age, Lewandowski might also be affordable in Manager Career mode, making him a great temporary option at striker while managers sort out their teams. This super striker is surely a future icon.
Harry Kane
Harry Kane is the most well-rounded striker in FC 26. Kane has an overall rating of 89 and plays in the Bundesliga for the elite Bayern Munich. In terms of finishing, Kane ticks every box: 94 positioning, 93 finishing, 91 shot power, 89 long shots, 89 volleys, 95 rated penalties, and Finesse Shot+. Kane’s pace stats are abysmal, but he more than makes up for that with his playmaking stats; his 86 vision, 80 crossing, 86 short passing, 79 long passing, and 82 curve put him on par with some of the best midfielders in the game.
Harry Kane is also a viable set-piece and crossing option with 87 jumping, 86 strength, and 90 heading accuracy. A creative passer of the ball and a lethal finisher, Kane can easily adapt to any team and any system.
Erling Haaland
It should come as no surprise that Erling Haaland continues to shine as one of the highest-rated players in FC. Manchester City’s goal machine boasts a 90 overall rating. Haaland’s biggest claim to fame is his ability to score goals. Whether it’s with his head, an acrobatic finish, or more traditionally, with his powerful left foot, if you get the ball to Erling Haaland, he’ll put it in the back of the net.
Haaland’s 95 positioning, 94 shot power, 94 finishing, 90 volley, 90 penalties, and Low Driven Shot+ playstyle make him the biggest goal-scoring threat in the game. His towering 6’5″ frame combined with 92 jumping and 93 strength allows him to pose a constant aerial threat despite only having 83 heading accuracy. Haaland is a specialist, and he perfectly fits the mold of a target striker who, partnered with the right creative players, will provide a lot of spectacular goals.
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Ousmane Dembélé
PSG’s Ousmane Dembélé is a sleek and fast striker who bests defenders with flair and finesse rather than force and aggression. The 90-rated Frenchman is uncatchable with his Rapid+ playstyle, 89 sprint speed, and 93 acceleration. 95 positioning, 90 finishing, 91 shot power, and 85 long shots allow him to score goals both inside and outside of the 18-yard box.
With his 84 vision, 80 crossing, 89 short passing, 78 long passing, and 85 curve, he can fulfill not only several striker roles but also several positions. With 94 agility, 94 ball control, 94 dribbling, 88 composure, and 5-star skill moves, you can deploy Ousmane Dembélé on the wings or even as an attacking midfielder. Lastly, Dembélé also has a 5-star-rated weak foot, meaning he can score goals from any position within his shot range.
Kylian Mbappé
Kylian Mbappé’s 91 overall rating places him among not just the highest-rated strikers but also the highest-rated players in EA Sports FC 26. His positioning, shot power, long shots, volleys, and finishing are all among the highest rated in the game. Mbappe is an advanced forward, comfortable with the ball at his feet and capable of withstanding constant pressure from defenders. His agility, balance, reactions, dribbling, ball control, and composure allow him to maintain possession and easily glide past defenders on his way to the goal.
Finally, Mbappé’s 97 sprint speed and 97 acceleration are the unrivaled highest pace stats in the game. Combined with his Quick Step+ playstyle, Kylian Mbappé is completely unstoppable when he gets into his stride. With incredible finishing stats, elite ball retention stats, and an overall well-rounded line-up of skills, Kylian Mbappé takes the crown as the best striker in EA Sports FC 26.
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