EA FC 26 Team of the Year: Mbappé, Dembélé, Bonmatí Join Forces
EA Sports recently revealed the 2026 Team of the Year (TOTY) in its EA Sports FC franchise. Fans worldwide participated in a poll that gathered millions of votes to determine the standout players from the past year. This year marks a significant milestone with the selection of a captain for both the men’s and women’s teams, recognizing their exceptional contributions throughout 2025.
EA Sports FC 26 Team of the Year Overview
The players selected for the TOTY will receive special in-game items and enhancements. Additionally, a special card will be awarded to the “12th player,” highlighting another outstanding contender who narrowly missed selection. This card, along with several honorable mentions, will be unveiled by the end of January.
Men’s Team of the Year
The men’s TOTY features a mix of rising stars and established talents:
- GK: Gianluigi Donnarumma (Manchester City & Italy)
- DF: Jules Koundé (Barcelona & France)
- DF: William Saliba (Arsenal & France)
- DF: Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool & Netherlands)
- DF: Nuno Mendes (Paris Saint-Germain & Portugal)
- MF: Pedri (Barcelona & Spain)
- MF: Declan Rice (Arsenal & England)
- MF: Vitinha (Paris Saint-Germain & Portugal)
- FW: Ousmane Dembélé (Paris Saint-Germain & France)
- FW: Erling Haaland (Manchester City & Norway)
- FW: Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid & France)
Key highlights include Donnarumma, who helped PSG win the treble, including the Champions League. Mbappé, who finished the year with an impressive 59 goals, has been named the inaugural captain of the men’s team.
Women’s Team of the Year
The women’s TOTY showcases the following players:
- GK: Christiane Endler (OL Lyonnes & Chile)
- DF: Lucy Bronze (Chelsea & England)
- DF: Millie Bright (Chelsea & England)
- DF: Leah Williamson (Arsenal & England)
- DF: Selma Bacha (OL Lyonnes & France)
- MF: Aitana Bonmatí (Barcelona & Spain)
- MF: Mariona Caldentey (Arsenal & Spain)
- MF: Alexia Putellas (Barcelona & Spain)
- FW: Clàudia Pina (Barcelona & Spain)
- FW: Ewa Pajor (Barcelona & Poland)
- FW: Alessia Russo (Arsenal & England)
Endler takes the goalkeeper position after a strong performance with OL Lyonnes. Bronze captains the side as the sole defender from last year’s team, while Bonmatí continues her dominance as a three-time Ballon d’Or winner, solidifying her spot.
Conclusion
The EA Sports FC 26 Team of the Year reflects the remarkable talent and contributions of players across the globe. With millions of votes, this year’s selections highlight key figures like Kylian Mbappé and Aitana Bonmatí who have left an indelible mark on the game in 2025.
