EA FC 26 World Cup mode: List of all licensed & unlicensed teams
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The World’s Game update will arrive on June 4, 2026
The countdown for the EA FC 26 World Cup mode has started as EA Sports FC has officially revealed that the World’s Game update will arrive on June 4, 2026.
Although this mode does not feature an officially licensed FIFA World Cup mode, it still introduces all 48 qualified national teams along with several new additions.
However, not every nation included in this update has full licensing rights. This leads to a mix of officially licensed squads, partially licensed teams, and completely unlicensed nations.
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Every team in EA FC 26 World Cup mode
Most of the teams are fully licensed, but there are some that are partially licensed or not licensed properly in the World’s Game update.
Here, check out the teams:
| Nation | Licensed Team | Licensed Players |
|---|---|---|
| Algeria | No | No |
| Argentina | Yes | Yes |
| Australia | Yes | Yes |
| Austria | Yes | Yes |
| Belgium | Yes | Yes |
| Bosnia & Herzegovina | Yes | Yes |
| Brazil | Yes | Yes |
| Cape Verde | Yes | Yes |
| Canada | Yes | Yes |
| Colombia | Yes | Yes |
| Congo DR | Yes | Yes |
| Croatia | Yes | Yes |
| Curacao | No | No |
| Czech Republic | Yes | Yes |
| Denmark | Yes | Yes |
| Ecuador | Yes | Yes |
| Egypt | No | Yes |
| England | Yes | Yes |
| Finland | Yes | Yes |
| France | Yes | Yes |
| Germany | Yes | Yes |
| Ghana | Yes | Yes |
| Haiti | Yes | Yes |
| Holland | Yes | Yes |
| Hungary | Yes | Yes |
| Iceland | Yes | Yes |
| Indonesia | Yes | Yes |
| Iran | No | No |
| Iraq | No | No |
| Italy | Yes | Yes |
| Ivory Coast | Yes | Yes |
| Japan | No | Yes |
| Jordan | No | No |
| Korea Republic | Yes | Yes |
| Mexico | Yes | Yes |
| Morocco | Yes | Yes |
| New Zealand | Yes | Yes |
| Northern Ireland | Yes | Yes |
| Norway | Yes | Yes |
| Panama | Yes | Yes |
| Paraguay | Yes | Yes |
| Poland | Yes | Yes |
| Portugal | Yes | Yes |
| Qatar | Yes | Yes |
| Republic of Ireland | Yes | Yes |
| Romania | Yes | Yes |
| Saudi Arabia | Yes | Yes |
| Scotland | Yes | Yes |
| Senegal | Yes | Yes |
| South Africa | Yes | Yes |
| Spain | Yes | Yes |
| Sweden | Yes | Yes |
| Switzerland | Yes | Yes |
| Tunisia | Yes | Yes |
| Turkey | Yes | Yes |
| Ukraine | Yes | Yes |
| United States | Yes | Yes |
| Uruguay | Yes | Yes |
| Uzbekistan | Yes | Yes |
| Wales | Yes | Yes |
Conclusion
Since FIFA and EA have ended their long-term partnership after the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, EA Sports FC no longer holds the official World Cup license.
Due to this, EA FC 26 cannot name this tournament as the FIFA World Cup. Despite that, fans will experience the same international football experience in this new game mode.
Are you excited for the new EA FC 26 World Cup mode? Do share your thoughts and views with us in the comments section.
Does EA FC 26 have an official FIFA World Cup mode?
No, EA FC 26 does not feature an officially licensed FIFA World Cup mode because EA Sports no longer holds the FIFA license.
How many national teams are included in EA FC 26 World Cup mode?
The World’s Game update includes all 48 qualified national teams for the 2026 World Cup.
Which teams are unlicensed in EA FC 26?
Algeria, Curacao, Iran, Iraq, and Jordan are fully unlicensed and use generic squads and branding.
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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 he’s not writing or playing, he can usually be found watching anime or cheering for WWE superstars.