Turn real-world performances into in-game upgrades with Fantasy FC in FC 26, where Opta-tracked stats power rating boosts for key contributions across attack and defence. Going beyond just wins and clean sheets, this year’s campaign also rewards discipline and all-round impact on the pitch, with additional upgrades tied to how players help their clubs over a defined set of league fixtures. The better a player and their team perform week after week, the greater the rewards in Football Ultimate Team™. Fantasy FC also includes special Heroes items, which upgrade based on the results and performances of their former clubs in upcoming domestic league matches.
Fantasy FC 26 Promo
Power your Ultimate Team with live, Opta-driven items during Fantasy FC 26. Each special Fantasy FC Player Item is eligible for upgrades based on both team and individual achievements in real-world domestic league matches after they are released. Every action matters — from defensive contributions to goals and assists — with ratings boosted as players hit specific statistical milestones across a defined run of fixtures.
Fantasy FC 26 once again features multiple squads of dynamic Player Items, including Fantasy Heroes that can upgrade based on how their former clubs perform in those league games. All upgrades are tied to a fixed number of domestic league matches played after the item first becomes available in packs, Objectives, or SBCs.
The Fantasy FC 26 campaign runs for two weeks, with the first squads — including Fantasy Heroes — released on February 20, followed by additional teams one week later as the event continues to evolve.
Fantasy FC League
As the Football Ultimate Team™ experience continues to evolve in FC 26, Fantasy FC introduces a refreshed take on Live UT Friendlies with a new competitive experience inspired by the original Fantasy FC League. Focused on high-stakes, limited-entry gameplay, this Live Friendly format rewards only those who can consistently turn performances into wins.
Rewards follow a league-style progression, with valuable packs and player rewards earned after hitting specific win milestones. Staying true to the spirit of Fantasy FC, you will need to build a squad under a defined OVR allowance to compete, making every squad-building decision matter.
Across the campaign, a limited total number of entries will be available, with the top reward unlocked after reaching the highest tier of wins within the Live Friendly window. Just like in previous years, select exclusive Player Items will only be obtainable through this Fantasy FC-themed Live UT Friendly, giving dedicated competitors unique rewards that cannot be found anywhere else.
Alongside the League-style Live Friendly, a refreshed Fantasy FC Cup also returns during FC 26. Featuring the same style of OVR restrictions, you will have to build a unique squad to enter each time it refreshes. Every refresh brings updated entry requirements, a dedicated House Rules game mode, and a new Objectives group tied to the cup run, offering additional rewards for those who can rise to the challenge.
FAQ
Let’s break down the key details about the Fantasy FC 26 event and how these live Player Items earn their upgrades.
How do Fantasy FC upgrades work in FC 26?
Fantasy FC Player Items in FC 26 receive upgrades based on Opta-tracked performances across a set number of domestic league matches after their release. Both individual contributions (such as attacking or defensive actions) and team achievements can unlock boosts to Overall Rating, Roles, key face stats, PlayStyles, and Skill Moves or Weak Foot. Exact thresholds and upgrade paths are detailed in the official Pitch Notes and may vary slightly between attackers, midfielders, defenders, goalkeepers, and Heroes.
Which games count towards Fantasy FC upgrades?
Only domestic league matches count towards regular Fantasy FC upgrades. Cup and international fixtures do not contribute to standard upgrade conditions. Separate seasonal upgrades, such as winning a primary domestic cup or league title, are applied based on the team’s overall success and follow their own criteria over the course of the season.
When does player tracking start?
Tracking begins from the moment a Fantasy FC Player Item is made available in Football Ultimate Team™. If a player’s club plays on the same day their item is released, that fixture will count as the first of the eligible domestic league matches for upgrade evaluation.
Do players need to appear in matches to earn team-based upgrades?
No. For team-focused conditions such as club wins or total team goals over the defined period, the player’s participation is not required. As long as the club meets the criteria in eligible league fixtures, the item can still receive the corresponding upgrade.
Do players need to appear in matches to earn individual-contribution upgrades?
Yes. For upgrades tied directly to individual attacking or defensive contributions (such as specific numbers of chances created, shots, tackles, blocks, or clearances), the player must feature in those matches and hit the required thresholds, as tracked by Opta.
What is the source of truth for stats used in Fantasy FC upgrades?
All Fantasy FC upgrades are driven by Opta data. Only goals, assists, and other attacking and defensive actions officially recorded by Opta in eligible domestic league matches will count towards the upgrade conditions listed for each Fantasy FC Player Item.
How do Fantasy FC Heroes upgrade?
Fantasy FC Heroes in FC 26 are linked to one of their most iconic former clubs. Their upgrade paths are based on that club’s results and relevant performances across a set number of domestic league fixtures after the Hero item is released. When the linked club hits the defined thresholds — such as wins or goal totals — the corresponding Hero will receive their upgrades.