EA FC 26 Festival of Football promo schedule, new ICONs & more
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All new content starting from June 5, 2026
Football fans and FUT lovers are pretty excited for the EA FC 26 Festival of Football promo, which starts next month. It wonât be a lie to say that June is the football month.
Not only do we have the FIFA World Cup 2026, but we are also getting some exciting new content in FC 26 as well.
EA Sports has also introduced six weeks of World Cup-inspired content, which will feature multiple promos, live upgrade cards, fresh ICONs, tokens, rewards & over 100 new players to collect in Ultimate Team.
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When does EA FC 26 Festival of Football promo start?
Festival of Football campaign will officially start on June 5, 2026, at 6 PM BST. The opening promo is going to be the Path to Glory. It will run for two weeks and focus on live player card upgrades. This will be based on real-life international performances during the tournament.
This will also mark the official beginning of a packed six-week Ultimate Team event and it will continue until July 24, 2026.
At the same time, EA Sports will also release recurring Ultimate Team content such as Showdowns, National Pride cards, and Star Performers throughout this festival campaign.
Also Read: EA FC 26 World Cup update release date, ICONs, what to expect & more
Full EA FC 26 Festival of Football Promo schedule
Here is the complete campaign schedule:
| Festival of Football Promo | Start Date | Theme |
|---|---|---|
| Path To Glory | June 5 | Live player items that upgrade based on national team performances during the World Cup |
| Greats of the Game | June 19 | Celebrates legendary footballers and introduces new ICONS like Mario Kempes and Rivellino |
| Glory Hunters | June 26 | Adds PlayStyle customization features for selected Ultimate Team cards |
| Phenoms | July 10 | Focuses on rising young stars and breakout World Cup talents |
| Summer Stars | July 17 | Celebrates the best players and biggest moments from the tournament |
Conclusion
One of the major highlights of the EA FC 26 Festival of Football promo is the Greats of the Game. This will introduce legendary footballers Mario Kempes and Rivellino as the new ICON cards.
Some fans are also excited for the Phenoms promo, which is going to focus on the footballâs next generation stars.
When does Festival of Football start in EA FC 26?
The Festival of Football campaign begins on June 5 at 6 PM BST with the Path to Glory promo.
How long will the Festival of Football event last?
The event will run for six weeks, ending on July 24.
Which new ICONS are coming to EA FC 26?
Mario Kempes and Rivellino will be added as new ICONS during the Greats of the Game promo.
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Mahaksh Chauhan is a gaming journalist with a soft spot for old-school RPGs and turn-based games. With a keen eye for storytelling and a strong understanding of game mechanics, he enjoys exploring what makes games special beyond just the gameplay. Inspired by titles like Persona, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Skyrim, Mahaksh brings his own perspective to gaming stories. When heâs not writing or playing, he can usually be found watching anime or cheering for WWE superstars.