EA Sports has officially confirmed EA Sports FC 27 — the game most fans still refer to by its old name, FIFA 27 — is launching worldwide on September 25, 2026, with Early Access opening September 18 for players who pre-order the Ultimate Plus edition.
Release date and editions
- Early Access: September 18, 2026
- Worldwide standard release: September 25, 2026
- Cover stars: Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham front the Ultimate Plus Edition
The Grounds — the headline new feature
FC 27’s biggest addition is The Grounds, a new social football hub where players customize an avatar and drop into Kickabouts, 1v1s, and Clubs matches, while connecting with football mentors in a shared social space. It’s EA’s clearest pivot yet toward a persistent, social-first mode sitting alongside the traditional career and Ultimate Team pillars.
Gameplay changes
- Dynamic corners — corner-kick routines now react to defensive setup in real time.
- Enhanced attacking awareness — off-ball attacking runs are more context-sensitive to space and defensive shape.
- Player-focused defending — manual defending gets finer control over individual marking assignments.
Newly licensed content
EA Sports FC is now the Official Licensed Product of the 2027 AFC Asian Cup, confirmed May 7, 2026, meaning the tournament will be integrated into FC 27. The game also brings back Liga MX for the first time since FIFA 22 — its first appearance in the EA Sports FC series.
Key takeaways
- FC 27 (FIFA 27) launches September 25, 2026; Early Access from September 18.
- The Grounds is the new social hub built around Kickabouts, 1v1s, and Clubs.
- Liga MX and the 2027 AFC Asian Cup are the standout new licensed additions.