EA Sports FC 26: A Nostalgia Trip with Classic XI Squads
Hold onto those controllers, because EA Sports FC 26 has decided to dust off the memorabilia and invite ten Classic XI squads to the Kick Off and Kick Off Rush modes. Yes, that’s right—you can now relive those glory days without bumping elbows with Ultimate Team enthusiasts.
What Are These Classic XI Squads Anyway?
Picture this: The best players from football’s glorious past and present are mingling together as if they’re at a reunion nobody knew was happening. These squads combine Icons, Heroes, and current stars from the vast player pool already hanging out in the game. (What could possibly go wrong, right?) It’s basically a ‘best of’ party for specific teams or leagues, and there’s no awkward small talk about retirement plans!
Why Not Just Stick to Ultimate Team?
Ah, the Ultimate Team mode—where dreams can either be realized or crushed like an overly confident striker in the final minutes of a game. While it boasts a plethora of nostalgic Icons and cheeky Heroes, they only make pit stops in one or two special teams in Kick Off mode. Who wouldn’t want to break out the good ol’ favorites without diving into the deep end of Ultimate Team? That’s where these Classic XI squads step in, offering a much-needed lifeboat for anyone hesitant about going too far into the football depths.
The Ten Classic XI Squads, Because Why Not?
For those curious about the illustrious lineup, here’s a peek at the star-studded squads:
| Classic XI: Bayern Munich |
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| GK) Neuer |
| DF) Lahm |
| DF) Beckenbauer |
| DF) Lúcio |
| DF) Lizarazu |
| MF) Schweinsteiger |
| MF) Matthaus |
| MF) Musiala |
| FW) Olise |
| FW) Muller |
| MW) Ribéry |
| Classic XI: Chelsea |
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| GK) Cech |
| DF) James |
| DF) Desailly |
| DF) Carvalho |
| DF) Cole A. |
| MF) Makélélé |
| MF) Zola |
| MF) Lampard |
| FW) Palmer |
| FW) Drogba |
| FW) Hazard |
| Classic XI: Juventus |
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| GK) Buffon |
| DF) Thuram |
| DF) Cannavaro |
| DF) Chiellini |
| DF) Zambrotta |
| MF) Locatelli |
| MF) Pirlo |
| MF) Zidane |
| FW) Baggio |
| FW) Vialli |
| FW) Del Piero |
| Classic XI: Liverpool |
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| GK) Alisson |
| DF) Frimpong |
| DF) Van Dijk |
| DF) Carragher |
| DF) Riise |
| MF) Salah |
| MF) Alonso |
| MF) Gerrard |
| MF) Barnes |
| FW) Dalglish |
| FW) Rush |
| Classic XI: Real Madrid |
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| GK) Casillas |
| DF) Carvajal |
| DF) Cannavaro |
| DF) Hierro |
| DF) Roberto Carlos |
| MF) Kroos |
| MF) Makélélé |
| MF) Bellingham |
| FW) Zidane |
| FW) Raúl |
| FW) Mbappé |
The Ultimate Free Sample: EA Sports FC 26 Showcase
As if that wasn’t enough, a lovely little package named EA Sports FC 26 Showcase has arrived, bringing a complimentary “preview experience” to those curious about the game. This means access to a limited number of clubs and modes—perfect for when there’s time to kill but no serious commitment is desired. Who knew sampling could be so fun?
So, for all the football fans out there who enjoy a good trip down memory lane, EA Sports FC 26 is turning the nostalgia dial up to eleven. One question remains, though: What era will be next to be “re-imagined”? Place your bets!
