With FC 26 on the horizon and early leaks already surfacing, career mode enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating what new features EA Sports might introduce. After examining community requests, concept designs from EAFC Concepts on Twitter, and recent leaks, we've compiled 15 realistic features that could revolutionize career mode. From managerial depth to youth leagues and historical stats, these additions could make FC 26's career mode the most immersive yet.
The current bland, dark background when loading a career mode save needs refreshing. A vibrant stadium image with your manager's 2D profile picture, name, board confidence level, and club badge would add life to the interface. This simple visual upgrade would make navigating career mode more engaging from the start.
A new player chat system would allow managers to call players into meetings for contract discussions, pep talks, training feedback, or setting expectations. This feature would be particularly valuable when trying to convince players to withdraw transfer requests – something currently impossible in FC 25.
Bringing the practice arena into career mode would allow for practice matches, set piece scenarios, and freestyle sessions with your squad. This would be invaluable for testing new signings or running intra-club friendlies between your senior team and youth squad.
A return to the classic six training slots from FIFA 16/17 would provide more flexibility in player development. Combined with practice arena functionality, this would create a more comprehensive training system beyond just skill games.
Expanding beyond just coaches, FC 26 could introduce physios and facility upgrades similar to older FIFA titles. The office section would include:
| Feature | Potential Impact |
|---|---|
| Staff Management | Hire physios and specialized coaches |
| Facility Upgrades | Improve training grounds, youth facilities |
| Financial Fair Play | Add realism with financial constraints |
| Manager Contracts | Negotiate your own terms and project vision |
A long-requested feature from FIFA 11 PSP that's already present in seasons mode and Pro Clubs. This would allow players to view all trophies won throughout their managerial career, with details like:
• League finishes by season
• Champions League victories
• Cup triumphs
• Progression timeline
The calendar needs a complete overhaul with these potential improvements:
• Schedule friendlies at will (no forced tournaments)
• View historical fixtures and stats
• Track club/national team rankings
• Access club encyclopedia with historical data
A revamped chemistry system would track player familiarity with:
• Positions and roles
• Teammates
• Tactical systems
• Positive/negative effect breakdowns
Adding real youth leagues like Premier League 2 and UEFA Youth League would give purpose to youth development. Features could include:
• Dedicated youth squad roster separate from senior team
• Ability to demote senior players for match fitness
• Youth league tables and stats tracking
• Temporary call-ups without permanent promotion
A console-friendly database editor would allow modifications to:
| Editable Element | Example Changes |
|---|---|
| Player Ratings | Adjust attributes, potential |
| Appearances | Hairstyles, boots, tattoos |
| Managers | Change club affiliations |
| Transfers | Custom moves with contract details |
A revolutionary system where:
• Managers have ratings and tactical styles
• Clubs fire/hire managers realistically
• You compete with AI managers for jobs
• Retired players become managers
• Track manager histories and trophies
Begin your career without a club and:
• Apply for open positions
• Build reputation from lower leagues
• Compete with other managers
• Accept international youth jobs
Returning from FIFA 07, these charts would:
• Track attribute progression season-by-season
• Show development peaks and declines
• Include projections for youth players
• Remain accessible after players leave your club
Potential league additions based on rumors:
| League | Significance |
|---|---|
| Greek Super League | First appearance in FC |
| Brazilian Serie A/B | Return of Brazilian teams |
| Egyptian Premier League | First African league |
| Vanarama National League | English 5th tier debut |
The confirmed acquisition of TrackAB could bring:
• More realistic player movements
• Unique animations for all players
• Enhanced gameplay physics
• Potential stat tracking applications
