Classic XI Heroes receive a one-time upgrade into TOTY Honourable Mention items during Team of the Year
All eligible Heroes move from 88 OVR to 90 OVR automatically
The promo rewards FUT players with guaranteed, chemistry-friendly upgrades
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FC 26 TOTY Honourable Mention Heroes Are Here; Know Them All

Summary
FC 26 TOTY Honourable Mention Heroes have officially arrived as part of the Team of the Year celebrations. These new cards offer a new and potent line of upgraded Hero cards based on legendary careers for all Ultimate Team players.
They reward long-time fans with boosted stats, improved playstyles, and strong chemistry links, all tied to the biggest promo of the year. Here is everything you need to know about the EA FC 26 TOTY Honourable Mention Heroes.
What are FC 26 TOTY Honourable Mention Upgrades?
FC 26 TOTY Honourable Mention Heroes are special upgraded versions of the Classic XI Hero cards. The players included in this category are all examples of how a player changed the course of history for both their teams and throughout their leagues, even if they were not part of the main Team of the Year squad.
Each Classic XI Hero card has a starting OVR of 88 but will receive a one-time, automatic upgrade to OVR 90 as soon as the Team of the Year has begun. This allows for improvements in various attributes, as well as the introduction of the blue and gold theme that is typically associated with TOTY-style cards, which improves their performance against other similar players for each of their key stats.
Honourable Mention Heroes do not have a voting component associated with them, as these cards are awarded through a campaign that requires you to log in, and the cards will automatically receive their upgrades when the Team of the Year campaign starts.
How to Get FC 26 TOTY Honourable Mention Heroes

Players must acquire the Classic XI Hero Pack to unlock a TOTY Honourable Mention Hero. Here's how to get them first:
- Log in to Football Ultimate Team in EA SPORTS FC 26
- Use an EA Account
- Login deadline: January 12 at 9:59 am PT
Once claimed, the Hero card appears in the My Packs section. When Team of the Year starts officially, the card will automatically be upgraded to a TOTY Honourable Mention Hero. You do not need to complete any SBCs or rely on pack luck to upgrade your TOTY Honourable Mention Hero.
Full List of FC 26 TOTY Honourable Mention Heroes

The following players make up the FC 26 TOTY Honourable Mention upgrades lineup:
| Player | OVR (Classic XI Hero) | OVR (TOTY Honourable Mention) |
|---|---|---|
| Vincent Kompany | 88 | 90 |
| Blaise Matuidi | 88 | 90 |
| Claudio Marchisio | 88 | 90 |
| Zé Roberto | 88 | 90 |
| Guti | 88 | 90 |
| Jean-Pierre Papin | 88 | 90 |
| Mario Gomez | 88 | 90 |
| Gianluca Vialli | 88 | 90 |
| Diego Forlán | 88 | 90 |
| Tim Howard | 88 | 90 |
| Harry Kewell | 88 | 90 |
If you have already claimed the Classic XI Hero Pack, then the TOTY Honourable Mention Pack is going to be a treat for you. This is actually a crazy addition to the FC 26 Team of the Year 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What rating are FC 26 TOTY Honourable Mention Heroes?
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What rating are FC 26 TOTY Honourable Mention Heroes?
All TOTY Honourable Mention Heroes are upgraded to 90 OVR.
Do Classic XI Heroes upgrade automatically?
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Do Classic XI Heroes upgrade automatically?
Yes, the upgrade happens automatically at the start of Team of the Year.
Can you still get the Classic XI Hero Pack?
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Can you still get the Classic XI Hero Pack?
No, the pack was available only until January 12 at 9:59 am PT.
Are TOTY Honourable Mention Heroes in packs?
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Are TOTY Honourable Mention Heroes in packs?
No, they are obtained through the Classic XI Hero login reward.
Do these Heroes have full Hero chemistry?
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Do these Heroes have full Hero chemistry?
Yes, they retain standard Hero chemistry benefits in Ultimate Team.
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