FC 26 COVER
This page shows you the FC 26 cover of Standard and Ultimate Editions.
FC 26 Covers
The cover of each FC title is the artwork featured on the front of the game package, a hallmark of the franchise since its inception. Over the years, FIFA covers have reflected the evolving football landscape, symbolizing the game’s lasting appeal among fans. Typically, the cover showcases at least one prominent football star.
While digital editions are now the top sellers, one of the most exciting aspects of every EA FC release remains the anticipation around the cover star. From legends like David Platt to rising stars like Jude Bellingham, and even record-breaker Wayne Rooney, many iconic players have had the privilege of being featured on FIFA covers. With the shift to the FC branding, all eyes are now on who will grace the second-ever FC cover.
The covers vary based on edition, platform, and sometimes even region. For FC 26, there will only be two covers: one for the Ultimate Edition and another for the Standard Edition.
Cover Stars
The covers often feature a striking image of the chosen player, set against a dynamic background that reflects the excitement and drama of football.
In FC 25, Jude Bellingham replaced Erling Braut Haaland as the game’s cover star, a role he continues to hold this year, now alongside Musiala, the new addition for this edition.
Jude Bellingham
Born June 29, 2003, Bellingham rose from Birmingham City’s academy to become a global superstar. After shining at Borussia Dortmund, his €103m move to Real Madrid in 2023 cemented his status, winning La Liga in his debut season while becoming England’s midfield talisman. A complete player with maturity beyond his years, he’s not just football’s future; he’s already elite.
Jamal Musiala
Like Bellingham, Musiala represents football’s next generation. The Bayern Munich prodigy, born February 26, 2003, combines silky dribbling with ice-cool finishing. A key figure for Germany and Bundesliga contender, his creativity and flair make him indispensable.
Standard Edition
There is only one cover for the base version of FC 26. Once again, the cover features Jude Bellingham but this time he won’t be alone. The double cover stars are back, and he’ll be joined by Jamal Musiala.
Jude Bellingham
Jamal Musiala
The standard edition cover of FC 26 features two rising stars walking side by side onto the pitch, flanked by passionate fans in a UEFA Champions League tunnel.
On the left, Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham wears the club’s classic white kit, exuding calm confidence. On the right, Jamal Musiala represents Bayern Munich in their bold red-and-white stripes.
Both players are centered under the bold white FC 26 logo, with crowds on either side waving club flags and wearing team colors, capturing the energy and anticipation of a major European clash. The scene is vibrant, dramatic, and celebratory, a tribute to the next generation of football icons.
Ultimate Edition
Zlatan Ibrahimović not only leads the franchise’s new Icons lineup but also graces the Ultimate Edition cover, following in the footsteps of legends like Zidane and Ronaldo Nazário.
Zlatan Ibrahimović
The Ultimate Edition cover of FC 26 showcases Zlatan Ibrahimović relaxing on a bed in a nostalgic, football-themed bedroom. Dressed in Swedish training gear, he’s reading a book featuring Ronaldo Nazário on the cover.
The room is decorated with personal memorabilia — an Ajax pennant, a PSG jersey with his name and number, a framed photo of his iconic bicycle kick, a “We Want Zlatan!” poster, medals, stickers, and a retro computer displaying an old FIFA-style interface.
This intimate and humorous scene blends football history with Zlatan’s legacy and personality, celebrating him as the face of the game’s most prestigious edition.
Frequently Asked Questions
The FC 26 art will be revealed around July 14, 2025 (Ultimate Edition) and July 16, 2025 (Standard Edition).
Once again, Jude Bellingham. Musiala is also featured in the Standard Edition cover. The Ultimate Edition features Zlatan Ibrahimović.
Yes, when a cover star athlete transfers to a new club during the summer transfer window after the FC cover announcement, EA typically updates the cover to feature the player in their new kit. This has happened in the past with high-profile players like Gareth Bale and Cristiano Ronaldo, who saw their covers updated after major transfers.
Yes. You can print here your club’s custom design for your copy of the game or download a wallpaper for your smartphone, tablet or computer.
Introduced in FIFA 16, regional FIFA covers are custom art released exclusively in some specific countries and regions. In FC 26, there are no regional covers.
Two: one for the standard edition and one for the ultimate edition.
No. FC 26 art is the same for PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and PC (Origin, Epic Games, and Steam).
No. It’s a decision taken by Electronic Arts. However, in FIFA 17 Reus was chosen by the community from a pool of four players.
You can vote on our poll, showing who the community wants to see in the cover art.
An Ambassador is a very popular player used by EA to promote their game. The main ambassador is the one that features on the cover.
Wayne Rooney. He made the global cover seven times.
Jude Bellingham. It was his first apperance.
Eling Haaland featured once, in FC 24.
David Platt and Piotr Swierczewski.
On this page. You just need to click in the respective image.
It is free content included in the Ultimate Edition that let you play with the Bellingham regular item for 10 matches.
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