16/07/2025

EA FC 26: Eight new Hero cards leaked - including one from England

EA FC 26 Acht neue Hero-Karten geleakt auch eine Deutsche dabei

The release of EA Sports FC 26 is approaching, and as every year, rumors are swirling. A new leak is now making waves: eight new Hero cards have been discovered – featuring true legends of their time. Especially exciting for German fans: Simone Laudehr is also expected to be included.

New Hero Cards Leaked for EA FC 26

Even before the official reveal of the game, the first details have already surfaced. While there’s still no official info on topics like system requirements (pro tip: if you equip yourself with a device like the Intel Core i7-12700KF, you won’t need to worry), we do already have early information about the upcoming Heroes. According to the leak, the following eight new Heroes are expected in EA FC 26:

Louisa Necib Cadamuro (France, CAM)
Simone Laudehr (Germany, CAM)
Michel Salgado (Spain, RB)
Iván Zamorano (Chile, ST)
Jill Scott (England, CDM)
Ricardo Quaresma (Portugal, RM)
Daniele De Rossi (Italy, CDM)
Pablo Aimar (Argentina, CAM)

The players are expected to launch with overall ratings between 85 and 88 – a major upgrade for many squads right from the start of FC 26. The mix of nations and positions should bring fresh dynamics to team building. Simone Laudehr joining as a new German Hero player is a real highlight.

What Are Hero Cards?

Hero cards were first introduced in FIFA 23 and celebrate standout footballers who achieved legendary status through exceptional club or national performances – even if they aren’t quite ICONs. Compared to ICONs, Heroes are slightly lower-rated and require a matching league link to provide full chemistry. This adds an extra challenge when building your Ultimate Team.

Community Reactions: Between Excitement and Confusion

The reactions to the leaked Heroes are mixed. While many are thrilled about returning names like Aimar, De Rossi, or Quaresma, some younger fans are puzzled by players they may not know. Long-time players, however, will appreciate the nostalgia of legends like Salgado and Zamorano.

How Many New Heroes Are Coming Altogether?

So far, a total of 16 new Heroes for FC 26 have been revealed through various leaks – including major names like Fàbregas, Cambiasso, and Mandžukić. It’s still unclear whether all Heroes from FC 25 will return. Some may be replaced or removed.

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Although we still have to wait a bit for the official announcement, these early leaks already look promising. The mix of familiar names, fresh faces, and new roles could make EA FC 26’s Hero lineup one of the strongest yet.

(Image source: EA)

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