EA is reportedly in advanced discussions with FIFA to secure the official license for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and it could have massive implications for FC 26. If successful, this agreement would allow EA to integrate the official tournament branding, name, and iconic trophy directly into the game, paving the way for FC 26 Coins an unmatched World Cup experience both online and offline.

FIFA World Cup Mode is coming in FC 26

This exciting move signals a potential return to one of the most beloved aspects of past FIFA titles: a dedicated World Cup mode, offering fans an immersive and authentic international tournament setting that extends far beyond standard game modes.

EA in Negotiations for 2026 World Cup License

Key Highlights:

EA is in talks with FIFA to regain the official World Cup license, which could include the tournament's name, trophy, teams, and broadcast-style presentation.

FC 26 is expected to feature a standalone World Cup mode alongside the always-popular Ultimate Team experience.

The real-world expansion to 48 teams in the 2026 World Cup brings new depth and excitement to the tournament structure, which EA plans to reflect in the game.

Reviving the Official World Cup Experience

Securing the World Cup license would mark a landmark moment for FC 26, reestablishing an element that fans sorely missed following the departure from the FIFA brand. By reintroducing official World Cup components—like licensed teams, stadiums, and visuals—EA could significantly elevate the realism of international tournament gameplay.

It's more than just cosmetic. This move has the potential to immerse players in a digital version of football's biggest stage, mirroring the drama, passion, and high stakes of the actual 2026 tournament.

Standalone World Cup Mode

Leaked details and industry chatter point to a dedicated World Cup mode in FC 26, built from the ground up to deliver the essence of international competition. Unlike Ultimate Team, this mode is expected to focus purely on national squads, tournament-style progression, and immersive single-player or multiplayer campaigns.

Players will be able to:

Choose from any of the 48 qualified nations.

Compete in full group-stage to knockout-round tournaments.

Play offline or online, either against the CPU or other players in competitive formats.

In many ways, this revives the tournament-specific gameplay style that was popularized in FIFA World Cup 2010 and FIFA 14, where the spotlight was entirely on EA FC Coins country vs. country clashes, without the distraction of card collecting or market trading.