The first wave of FC 26 rating leaks has arrived, creating major buzz across the community. While EA Sports has not confirmed anything yet, several player ratings for the upcoming game have been leaked online through smaller but active sources.
Many of these leaks seem to line up with career mode stats from SoFIFA, which update throughout the year in FC 25. That connection adds credibility to some of these numbers, but until names like FutSheriff or FutScoreboard confirm them, it’s still best to stay cautious.
Still, the leaked ratings have started discussions about which players are rising, which ones are falling, and what it could mean for the early FC 26 meta.
Big upgrades for Palmer and Marmoush
A few players have seen upgrades that most would agree are deserved. Two standout names are:
- Cole Palmer: Up from 85 to 87. After a breakout year at Chelsea and regular involvement with EA campaigns, this boost seems fair. Palmer’s base card will likely be one of the best gold attackers early in FC 26.
- Omar Marmoush: Going from the mid 70s to a leaked 84 overall, this is one of the largest upgrades seen so far. The boost is reportedly based more on his Frankfurt form than his time at Manchester City. With Premier League and Bundesliga links, Marmoush could be an early-game gem worth 40 to 50k coins.
Downgrades for big names like Grealish and Ederson
Not every player came out of the leaks looking better. Several notable downgrades have made players question EA’s reasoning, especially for stars that have not had poor seasons but still got hit.
- Jack Grealish: Reportedly dropping from 84 to 81. Whether you think it’s fair or not, this does make him a perfect candidate for early evolution use.
- Ederson: Down from 88 to 86. This lowers his value as a starter keeper, but he still holds decent in-game traits like high reactions.
- Ilkay Gündoğan: From 87 to 84. His usefulness will likely be as fodder unless he gets an early promo or SBC boost.
Other notable rating leaks in FC 26
- João Félix: Leaked at 80 rated. A clear downgrade from his past potential, but not unexpected given his inconsistent season.
- Marc Cucurella: Said to be 84 overall, though his actual usability will depend heavily on his pace stat. If he gets 85+ pace, he could sneak into early squads.
- Ousmane Dembélé: Rumored to be entering FC 26’s top 10 rated players, which would put him at 89 or 90 rated. That’s a major boost from his current 87 in FC 25. If true, this makes him one of the most valuable gold cards at launch, especially if he retains 5-star skills and 5-star weak foot.
The Dembélé leak is especially interesting because SoFIFA still lists him as 87 in the latest FC 25 database. This could be a sign that the new rating is an actual FC 26 update and not just copied from existing files.
Conflicting opinions among leakers
One of the more active leak accounts, FUT POLICE LEAKS, recently posted that these rating leaks should be treated with caution. He claimed that the FC 26 ratings are not final, suggesting that the posts making the rounds might be placeholders or early concepts.
At the same time, Foot Latest, another active leaker, has doubled down on the accuracy of the numbers and even teased dropping more names once he reaches 30K followers.
That conflicting tone between leakers has created confusion in the community. With so many “leaks” out there, it’s becoming harder to tell what’s real and what’s just a prediction made to go viral.
SoFIFA shows signs some leaks could be accurate
Many of the leaked ratings match those found on SoFIFA, a trusted resource for live player ratings in career mode and head-to-head. Here are a few examples:
- Marmoush is listed as 84 on SoFIFA. The leaked card also shows him as 84.
- Gündoğan is an 84 in SoFIFA’s July 17 update, matching the leaks.
- Dembélé is still 87, so if he’s truly 89 or 90 in FC 26, it suggests EA made a change not yet reflected in SoFIFA.
This adds an extra layer of complexity. Some leaks are clearly based on what’s already available in FC 25 data, while others — like Dembélé’s upgrade — suggest insider knowledge or early access.
Legends like Messi and Ronaldo getting downgraded
Multiple leaks suggest that aging stars are also seeing rating drops in FC 26. The following players are all rumored to be downgraded:
- Lionel Messi
- Cristiano Ronaldo
- Kevin De Bruyne
- Heung-Min Son
- Luka Modrić
This is not shocking, as most of these players have moved to leagues outside Europe’s top five or dealt with injuries. But it does mark a shift in Ultimate Team, possibly opening space for players like Vinicius Jr, Bukayo Saka, and Jude Bellingham to rise.
Fake leaks and clickbait are everywhere
Another trend growing on X (Twitter) is the use of predicted ratings disguised as leaks. These are often easy to spot if you check SoFIFA for comparison.
For example, Reijnders has been shown as an 85 in some popular posts. But on SoFIFA, his rating is still 84. These are likely guesses made to gain clicks and engagement. Some posts are even using fake card designs that still look like FC 25 assets.
Until more reliable accounts weigh in, players should view these leaks as unconfirmed.
More FC 26 rating leaks coming soon
Despite the early uncertainty, it’s clear more FC 26 rating leaks are on the way. FUTLatest has promised to reveal 10 more ratings once his follower count ticks past 30,000.
This lines up with what we saw last year, when full ratings lists began to appear toward the end of August. With the FC 26 pre-load already live on Xbox, EA is close to entering the final marketing phase, and that means ratings reveals could begin officially very soon.
FAQ about FC 26 player rating leaks
Are the FC 26 rating leaks confirmed?
No, they’re not confirmed by EA and should be treated as unverified.
Which players got the biggest upgrades?
Cole Palmer and Omar Marmoush both received major stat boosts.
Is Dembélé really a top 10 card in FC 26?
Leaks suggest yes, likely meaning an 89 or 90 rating.
Where can I check real-time ratings?
SoFIFA updates career mode ratings regularly.
Did Messi and Ronaldo really get downgraded?
Yes, according to multiple leaks tied to lower league performance.
Are some leaked ratings fake?
Yes, many are just predictions meant to generate attention.
