EA SPORTS FC 26 Reveals Future Stars Team 1 Led by Alyssa Thompson and Estêvão
EA SPORTS FC 26 is officially shining the spotlight on football’s rising generation with the return of Future Stars, headlined this year by Chelsea’s Alyssa Thompson and Estêvão. Available starting today, Future Stars Team 1 marks the beginning of FC 26’s definitive celebration of elite U23 players who are shaping the future of the beautiful game.
Future Stars brings emerging talent championed by the EA SPORTS FC community into the spotlight, allowing fans to follow their journeys both in-game and, for the first time, across EA SPORTS FC Mobile. The program continues EA SPORTS FC’s long-standing tradition of identifying players on the brink of superstardom, guided by a global community that often spots future icons before they dominate real-world football.
The credibility of Future Stars is reinforced by an alumni list that includes Endrick, Trinity Rodman, and Jude Bellingham, further establishing the initiative as one of football’s most trusted platforms for recognizing tomorrow’s elite.
Voices of the Next Generation
“To be featured as a Future Star in FC 26 is really special because it connects my journey with the way young fans experience football every day,” said Alyssa Thompson, Chelsea winger. “So many people discover new players first through FC, and knowing that I can be that player for someone, in-game and in real life, is an incredible feeling.”
“It means a lot to be one of the faces of Future Stars in FC 26,” added Estêvão, Chelsea forward. “I grew up playing the game and dreaming about one day seeing myself in it. To be recognised now as a Future Star is motivation to keep improving and proving that ambition can become reality on the pitch.”
EA SPORTS FC 26 Future Stars Team 1 Roster
The full Future Stars Team 1 lineup in EA SPORTS FC 26 includes standout talents from both the men’s and women’s game:
- Alyssa Thompson, Chelsea
- Estêvão, Chelsea
- Désiré Doué, Paris Saint-Germain
- Álvaro Carreras, Real Madrid
- Antonio Nusa, RB Leipzig
- Rodrigo Mora, FC Porto
- Jaedyn Shaw, Gotham FC
- Michelle Agyemang, Arsenal
- Francisco Conceição, Juventus
- Diego Luna, Real Salt Lake
- Nico O’Reilly, Manchester City
- Adam Wharton, Crystal Palace
- Senne Lammens, Manchester United
- Nick Woltemade, Newcastle United
- Elliot Anderson, Nottingham Forest
- Mateus Mané, Wolverhampton Wanderers
- Hanna Lundkvist, Manchester United
- Eva Gaetino, Paris Saint-Germain
- Santiago Castro, Bologna
- Givairo Read, Feyenoord
- Kees Smit, AZ Alkmaar
- Lisanne Gräwe, Eintracht Frankfurt
- Valentín Barco, Strasbourg
- Ayyoub Bouaddi, LOSC Lille
- Jade Le Guilly, Paris Saint-Germain
- Eduardo Quaresma, Sporting CP
- Oskar Pietuszewski, FC Porto
- Luany, Atlético de Madrid
- Mikel Jauregizar, Athletic Bilbao
- Vitor Reis, Girona
- Michelle Cooper, Kansas City Current
More Content Coming Soon
On February 6, Future Stars Team 2 will be revealed, with additional player items becoming available through Squad Building Challenges and objectives.
This year also introduces Age-Restricted Evolutions in FUT, allowing players to develop eligible young talents into their own personalized Future Stars by boosting ratings and unlocking growth paths based on age criteria. This feature gives the community the chance to recognize breakout players early and shape their evolution.
Adding to the celebration are two new Future Stars Heroes, reimagining legendary players through a future-focused lens. These include Micah Richards as The Burst, known for his strength and explosive power, and Cesc Fàbregas as The Architect, defined by vision, intelligence, and control of the pitch.
Future Stars Coming to Mobile
Starting February 19, Future Stars will also debut in EA SPORTS FC Mobile, bringing the next generation of men’s football talent to mobile players worldwide. The mobile event will feature a two-team item release into the Ultimate Team pool, running through March 5.
With Future Stars now live in EA SPORTS FC 26, the journey of football’s next icons officially begins.
