EA SPORTS FC 26 v1.4.2 is now live for the PC/PS4/PS5/XB1 and XBX|S versions and will soon be able for the Switch / Switch 2 versions.
Gameplay
Made the following updates:
- Addressed an issue where the goalkeeper could've deflected the ball too accurately during an anticipation save.
- Inaccurate knuckle ball shots could have occurred more often than intended.
Career Mode
Made the following changes:
- Added a new Contract Extension setting under Transfer & Scouting that enables you to choose how open players might be to contract extensions.
- Updated visuals and animations for scheduling loading screen.
- Added a new Social Media panel that surfaces active Challenge Objectives during challenge scenarios.
Addressed the following issues:
- After requesting a transfer, players could not have always been offered new contacts.
- In Live Start Points, women’s teams were unintentionally present in some leagues.
Clubs
- Goalkeepers were sometimes holding the ball for longer than intended when a pass was requested.
- Once emptied, short-term stamina could have previously only been recovered if players became idle.
General, Audio, and Visual
Made the following changes:
- Updated some badges, logos, hair, boots, star heads, lighting, kits, tattoos, 2D portraits, scarves, banners, cameras, button callouts, overlays and TIFOs
Addressed the following issues:
- Addressed various stability issues that could have occurred.
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Thanks to those who’ve provided and continue to provide feedback. Throughout the course of the EA SPORTS FC 26 season, we'll provide you with more information and updates if and when they become available. Be sure to follow @EASFCDIRECT on X as well as WhatsApp, and check out the EA SPORTS FC Tracker for the latest news and updates.
- The EA SPORTS FC Team
Community Manager