Manchester United’s dynamic midfielder Bruno Fernandes has earned the top spot as the highest‑rated player in the EA SPORTS FC 26 Premier League Team of the Season (TOTS). His consistent brilliance throughout the campaign in England’s top division has been recognized alongside a host of other standout performers.
Among those sharing the starting XI are Manchester City’s reliable custodian Gianluigi Donnarumma and Hungary’s versatile attacker Dominik Szoboszlai, both of whom have also secured places in the elite lineup. The selection also highlights a few breakthrough moments. Like Szoboszlai, West Brom’s rising star Antoine Semenyo has been granted a starting position for the first time in his career, signalling his growing influence in the league.
Similarly, Lyon’s promising winger Rayan Cherki joins Donnarumma in the starting XI, marking his debut season in the Premier League with a noteworthy accolade. Erling Haaland, Manchester City’s prolific striker, continues his streak by making the EA SPORTS FC Team of the Season for the third consecutive year. His inclusion pushes City’s total representation to four players this season, underscoring the club’s dominance across multiple positions. Arsenal also enjoys a strong presence with four representatives: midfielder Gabriel, defensive midfielder Declan Rice, versatile defender Jurrien Timber, and centre‑back William Saliba, all of whom have contributed significantly to the Gunners’ campaign.
Chelsea’s adaptable full‑back Marc Cucurella rounds out the list of established stars, earning his place among the season’s best. In addition to the starters, several young talents have been highlighted as emerging prospects. Hugo Ekitike, James Garner and Lewis Hall have been singled out as TOTS breakthrough items, a special recognition for players who have shown exceptional promise even though they did not make the starting XI.
Not every high‑profile name secured a starting berth. Goalkeeper David Raya, midfielder Igor Thiago and full‑back Reece James were omitted from the starting lineup and instead placed on the bench, reflecting the depth and competition for places within the league. The women’s side of the game receives equal attention.
In the Women’s Super League Team of the Season, Manchester City’s prolific forward Bunny Shaw is the highest‑rated player, leading a squad that also includes Manchester United’s talented duo Jess Park and Maya Le Tissier. Chelsea’s record signing Alyssa Thompson makes the team in her inaugural Premier League season, while Arsenal’s experienced campaigner Katie McCabe and Spanish international Mariona Caldentey also earn spots. For fans eager to relive the season’s most exciting moments, free Premier League highlights are available online. Subscribers to Sky Sports can stream matches via the Sky Sports app, while those without a Sky subscription can gain instant, contract‑free access through alternative platforms.
A live Premier League table is also provided for real‑time tracking of club standings. The full roster of goalkeepers and defenders featured in the TOTS includes bench options such as David Raya (rating 93), Reece James (91), Virgil van Dijk (95), Lewis Hall (90), Granit Xhaka (91), James Garner (90), Bruno Guimarães (92), Enzo Fernández (93), Hugo Ekitike (93), João Pedro (92), and Igor Thiago (92). On the women’s side, notable defenders and goalkeepers include Hannah Hampton (92) from Chelsea, Kerstin Casparij (96) from Manchester City, Maya Le Tissier (95) from Manchester United, Tōko Koga (93) from Tottenham Hotspur, and Katie McCabe (92) from Arsenal. Midfield and attacking talents such as Yui Hasegawa (94) from Manchester City, Jess Park (94) from Manchester United, and Mariona Caldentey (96) from Arsenal are also highlighted.
Additional standout players include Alyssa Thompson (95) of Chelsea, Vivianne Miedema (93) from Manchester City, and Khadija Shaw (97) of Manchester City, each demonstrating the high caliber of talent across both men’s and women’s competitions. Bench players for the women’s team comprise Freya Godfrey (91), Aoba Fujino (91), and Olivia Holdt (90), rounding out a comprehensive list of the season’s top performers. Fans can also engage with the Super 6 competition for a chance to win a £250,000 prize, with free entry available to all participants. Overall, the EA SPORTS FC 26 Premier League Team of the Season showcases a blend of established stars, emerging talents, and breakthrough players, reflecting the depth and excitement of English football across both the men’s and women’s leagues.
The selections celebrate individual excellence while highlighting the collective strength of clubs that have defined the 2023‑24 season.