Electronic Arts has announced EA Sports FC 27 for 25 September 2026, alongside three editions, its cover stars, and the first details of its modes and gameplay changes. The company says Ultimate Edition and Ultimate Plus Edition buyers can start playing on 18 September.
Kylian Mbappé is the cover star for the Standard, Ultimate, and Ultimate Plus editions. Jude Bellingham joins his Real Madrid teammate on the Ultimate Plus cover, marking his third appearance on an EA Sports FC cover. EA had previously announced Mbappé as the FC 27 cover star before revealing the joint Ultimate Plus artwork.
What comes with each EA Sports FC 27 edition?
EA Sports FC 27 has Standard, Ultimate, and limited-time Ultimate Plus editions, but EA has not disclosed their prices in the supplied announcement.
| Edition | Cover | Announced access and content |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Edition | Kylian Mbappé | Worldwide launch on 25 September |
| Ultimate Edition | Kylian Mbappé | Early access beginning 18 September |
| Ultimate Plus Edition | Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham | Up to seven days of early access, up to 10,000 FC Points across five monthly drops, Premium Passes for Seasons 1–5, and a Hall of FUT Player Pick |
EA describes Ultimate Plus as a limited-time edition available through 31 August. Its package also includes content for Career, The Grounds, and EA Sports FC 26, although that older game is sold separately.
Pre-orders have opened under EA’s announcement, but the company notes that offers may differ by platform and territory. The release does not provide UAE prices or name local retailers, so prospective buyers should confirm the edition, platform, and included content on their chosen digital storefront before ordering.
Which platforms get The Grounds?
The Grounds will be available only on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2, according to EA.
EA describes The Grounds as a social football playground extending the Clubs experience through casual matches and higher-level competition across three districts. Players can develop and customise a footballer with mentors including Mbappé, Chloe Kelly, Paulo Dybala, and Alex Hunter.
FC 27 itself is also scheduled for PS4, Xbox One, and the original Nintendo Switch, but those versions will not include The Grounds. That platform split is the most consequential detail in the reveal for anyone deciding between console generations.
Elsewhere, EA says FC 27 introduces a rebuilt Career Transfer Market and a FUT Gallery for collecting and grading sets of player items. Announced gameplay changes include dynamic corners, stronger attacking awareness, and rebalanced AI defending. These are company-described improvements and have not been independently assessed in the material provided.
How does EA Sports FC 27 early access work?
Ultimate Edition and Ultimate Plus Edition early access begins on 18 September 2026, while EA Play members are promised a 10-hour trial from the same date.
EA Play Pro members are due to receive day-one access to the EA Play Pro Edition, which EA says includes the Ultimate Edition’s content and benefits. EA Play members are also promised a 10% saving on pre-orders and EA digital purchases, subject to the membership’s terms and exclusions.
PlayStation users in the UAE can purchase EA Play through PlayStation Store by searching for the membership, according to PlayStation’s UAE support guidance. The FC 27 announcement does not confirm local currency pricing for the game or its three editions.
EA says FC 27 will feature more than 21,000 players, over 800 clubs and national teams, more than 130 stadiums, and over 35 leagues. Its announced licences include the UEFA Champions League, Premier League, Bundesliga, Laliga EA Sports, and several major women’s competitions.
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