Manchester United’s midfield maestro Bruno Fernandes has emerged as the top‑rated player in EA SPORTS FC 26’s Premier League Team of the Season (TOTS). His consistent excellence throughout a demanding English top‑flight campaign earned him the highest overall rating, placing him ahead of every other star in the virtual lineup.
Fernandes joins a distinguished group that includes Manchester City’s goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma and Hungarian forward Dominik Szoboszlai, both of whom secured starting positions in the elite eleven. The selection also highlights several breakthrough performances.
Like Szoboszlai, West Ham’s young winger Antoine Semenyo has been granted a starting berth for the first time in his professional career, reflecting his rapid development and impact on the pitch. Meanwhile, Lyon’s promising attacker Rayan Cherki mirrors Donnarumma’s achievement by earning a spot in the starting XI during his inaugural Premier League season, underscoring his adaptability and skill in a new league environment. Erling Haaland continues his streak of virtual dominance, marking his third consecutive appearance in the EA SPORTS FC Team of the Season.
Haaland’s inclusion lifts Manchester City’s total to four representatives on this year’s list, showcasing the club’s depth across multiple positions. Arsenal contributes a quartet of players: Gabriel, Declan Rice, Jurrien Timber, and William Saliba, each recognized for their defensive solidity and midfield versatility. Chelsea’s dynamic left‑back Marc Cucurella also earns a place, rounding out the defensive contingent.
Beyond the starting eleven, the game highlights emerging talent through the TOTS Breakthrough category. Hugo Ekitike, James Garner and Lewis Hall have been singled out as rising stars, despite not making the main squad.
Their performances this season suggest they could soon become regular fixtures in future editions of the Team of the Season. Some notable names missed out on a starting role but remain on the bench list, including David Raya, Igor Thiago and Reece James. Their inclusion as substitutes indicates they were close contenders and still hold significant value within the virtual roster.
The women’s side of the competition mirrors the excitement of the men’s league. In the Women’s Super League Team of the Season, Manchester City’s prolific striker Bunny Shaw claims the highest rating, leading a squad that also features Manchester United’s dynamic duo Jess Park and Maya Le Tissier.
Chelsea’s record signing Alyssa Thompson makes an immediate impact, earning a spot in her debut Premier League season. Arsenal’s versatile full‑back Katie McCabe and forward Mariona Caldentey round out the list of recognized talent. For fans eager to relive the season’s highlights, free Premier League clips are available online. Viewers with a Sky subscription can stream matches via the Sky Sports app, while those without a Sky package can still gain instant, contract‑free access to live games and on‑demand content.
The live Premier League table is also continuously updated, providing real‑time standings for every club. The full lineup of goalkeepers and defenders, including bench players, is as follows: Starting Goalkeepers & Defenders: - David Raya (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) - Igor Thiago (92) Women’s starting defenders and midfielders: - Hannah Hampton (92) – Chelsea - Kerstin Casparij (96) – Manchester City - Maya Le Tissier (95) – Manchester United - Tōko Koga (93) – Tottenham Hotspur - Katie McCabe (92) – Arsenal - Yui Hasegawa (94) – Manchester City - Jess Park (94) – Manchester United - Mariona (96) – Arsenal Additional forwards and attacking talent: - Alyssa Thompson (95) – Chelsea - Vivianne Miedema (93) – Manchester City - Khadija Shaw (97) – Manchester City Bench options for the women’s side include: - Freya Godfrey (91) - Aoba Fujino (91) - Olivia Holdt (90) Beyond the virtual accolades, EA SPORTS FC 26 invites fans to engage with the game through promotional events such as the Super 6 competition, offering a chance to win a £250,000 prize pool.
Participation is free, encouraging widespread involvement from the gaming community. Overall, the EA SPORTS FC 26 Premier League and Women’s Super League Teams of the Season celebrate both established superstars and emerging prospects, reflecting the dynamic nature of English football across both genders.
The selections provide gamers with a realistic and rewarding experience, allowing them to assemble squads that mirror the real‑world performances of the 2023‑24 season while also spotlighting the next generation of talent ready to make their mark on the sport.