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EA SPORTS FC 26 Reveals Player Ratings: Messi Tops MLS

9/14/2025

Summary

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EA SPORTS FC 26 has unveiled its initial player ratings, with Lionel Messi (86) and Heung-Min Son (85) as the top MLS players.
Mohamed Salah and Kylian Mbappé lead the global list with an overall rating of 91.
Ratings reflect player performance and remain unaffected by in-season changes.
Arsenal's Bukayo Saka and Gabriel dos S. Magalhães are rated 88, with Gabriel seeing a slight increase.
The NWSL ratings highlight stars like Sophia Wilson, who leads at 88, and Rose Lavelle.

History

Historical Context

The 1994 FIFA World Cup in the United States marked a pivotal moment for soccer, attracting over 3.6 million spectators and solidifying Brazil's dominance with its fourth title. This event significantly enhanced player visibility and marketability, laying the groundwork for modern sports video games like EA SPORTS FC 26, which continues to evolve player engagement and commercial strategies in soccer today.

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EA SPORTS FC 26 has unveiled its initial player ratings, with Lionel Messi (86) and Heung-Min Son (85) as the top MLS players.
Mohamed Salah and Kylian Mbappé lead the global list with an overall rating of 91.
Ratings reflect player performance and remain unaffected by in-season changes.
Arsenal's Bukayo Saka and Gabriel dos S. Magalhães are rated 88, with Gabriel seeing a slight increase.
The NWSL ratings highlight stars like Sophia Wilson, who leads at 88, and Rose Lavelle.

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