Konami’s eFootball 2026 Version 45 update has landed, folding the July 9, 2026 LiveUpdate into the offline game database alongside a batch of gameplay and roster fixes.
What’s new in Version 45
- 2026 FIFA World Cup content pass — the official World Cup intro cinematic, replay logo, and animated stadium ad boards are now live across online and offline modes.
- Licensed referee kits — Adidas referee uniforms for the tournament have been added.
- National squad refreshes — several federations received roster updates, including real player likenesses replacing generic placeholders on teams like Wales.
- Licensed kits for every World Cup nation — national team kits across the board now match their real-world 2026 releases.
Gameplay and stability fixes
Alongside the World Cup content, this LiveUpdate addresses a handful of long-standing complaints from the eFootball community: goalkeeper positioning on near-post corners, a rare disconnect bug tied to squad-swap during Dream Team matches, and AI defensive-line spacing at higher difficulty tiers.
What to expect next
Konami typically follows a major LiveUpdate with a smaller balance patch within two to three weeks, so expect a follow-up pass on shooting accuracy and dribble-tackle timing before the next full seasonal update. Dream Team managers should hold off on heavy squad investment until that balance patch lands, since attacker/defender ratings tend to shift after World Cup content settles in.
Key takeaways
- Version 45 is a content-and-fixes update, not a full seasonal overhaul.
- World Cup mode content is now fully live in both online and offline play.
- A balance-focused follow-up patch is likely within the next few weeks.