FC 26 Update: Release Date, New Features, and Patch Details

A new FC 26 update is knocking at the doors, and this one will introduce the much hyped Team of the Year Promo. This update will not only bring new events and promos but also fix some gameplay mechanics. If you are unable to use the live features of FC 26 at the moment, then it's likely because the update is underway. If you want to know what EA is cooking for the new version of the game, you can check all the details of the latest FC 26 update below.

When is the next FC 26 update?

As per the official announcements from the end of developers, the next FC 26 update is scheduled on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. One of the official X handles, @EASFCDirect, posted the information on the same day at 5:04 AM UTC.

The update shall start rolling out from 7 AM UTC today. The game will be in the maintenance period for about 5 hours during this FC 26 update. You will not be able to play online PvP matches starting half an hour before the maintenance time. This update will affect the three latest titles of the EA Franchise: EA FC 26, EA FC 25, and EA FC 24 on all platforms (console, Xbox, PlayStation, and Steam).

What will be in the next FC 26 Update?

From the official announcements, the next FC 26 update is scheduled for January 14, 2026. This will be a minor live tuning update that will make some balance adjustments ahead of the release of the much-awaited Team of the Year Promo. You can expect to get some exclusive TOTY packs, players, SBCs, and evolution after the update is over and the servers are back. This part of the article will be updated once the official patch notes are out. Till then, you can check the latest FC 26 TOTY predictions, since the promo will be live post-maintenance.

List of all FC 26 Updates

FC 26 gets frequent updates, all of which are of a different nature and magnitude. Each type of update brings changes to the game in distinctive ways. There are minor updates, major updates, data change updates, and many more. You can check the details of all FC 26 Updates below:

• Title Updates: As the name suggests, these are huge updates that require you to download the new version of the game on your PC. If you don't download the game, you won't be able to access any of its new modes and features. These updates change the core of the game to an extent by fixing bugs and introducing new assets (Stadium and Player Faces) and promos. These updates are there to change the game meta.
• Live Tuning Updates: These are like minor updates, which are rolled out to keep in check the balance in the game. These updates fix any minor glitches in the game and generally don't require you to download a new version on your PC. The maintenance period of these updates also remains for only half an hour to 2 hours.
• Live Service Updates: These updates are more content-oriented. This type of update makes changes to in-game authentic squads, live form of players, and introduces new packs, squad building challenges, and evolutions. These updates are rolled out frequently to keep the game fresh for the players.

How often do FC 26 updates come?

FC 26 updates arrive at different intervals. Some updates arrive regularly, while others are pretty rare. You can check the frequency of regular FC 26 updates below:

• Title Updates: These major updates usually arrive once a month.
• Live Tuning Update: These updates arrive once a week.
• Live Service Updates: These updates arrive regularly, once or twice every week.

When does the current FC 26 Season End?

The developers are yet to announce the end-of-season date of FC 26. If we go by the general trends, you can expect it to happen in September 2026. You will get to see the exact date here once it's announced. For all the latest FC 26 updates, leaks, squad building challenges, evolutions and analysis, don't forget to bookmark us to keep yourselves informed.