While the final Team of the Year XI is already making waves in packs, many elite performers who defined 2025 were left just outside the main squad. For these players, the Team of the Year Honorable Mentions are their chance to shine with significant upgrades. According to the latest leaks, here is everything you need to know about the upcoming release.
Release Date and Time
The Team of the Year Honorable Mentions are scheduled to hit packs this Friday, January 23, 2026, at 19.00 CET. These cards will join the Full TOTY XI and the 12th Man winners in the pack pool, making this the peak moment of the promo for many players looking to upgrade their squads.
Leaked Honorable Mention Players
While EA Sports has not yet confirmed the full roster, several high-profile names have been leaked as locks for the Honorable Mention status. These players performed at a world class level throughout 2025 but narrowly lost out in the community vote.
Men’s Honorable Mentions Leaks
The leaked list features a strong variety of talent from across the major leagues:
- Harry Kane (FC Bayern)
- Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)
- Lamine Yamal (FC Barcelona)
- Luis Díaz (FC Bayern)
- David Raya (Arsenal)
- Marquinhos (PSG)
- Denzel Dumfries (Inter)
- Willian Pacho (PSG)
- Marc Guéhi (Manchester City)
Women’s Honorable Mentions Leaks
The following players are expected to receive well deserved boosts after stellar domestic and international campaigns:
- Kadidiatou Diani (Lyon)
- Patri Guijarro (FC Barcelona)
Expected Stats and Upgrades
It is important to note that the stats are not yet official. However, based on the power curve of FC 26 and previous years, Honorable Mention cards typically receive a significant boost over their highest rated previous item. For example, players like Harry Kane could potentially reach a 93 or 94 OVR, while younger stars like Lamine Yamal are expected to receive significant physical and pace upgrades to make them meta relevant for the remainder of the season.
Will There Be More?
It remains unclear if the leaked names represent the entire squad. Traditionally, EA adds a secondary batch or individual players through Squad Building Challenges and Objectives throughout the weekend. Stay tuned as we approach Friday evening for the official reveal and the full list of ratings.
