Fans can try EA SPORTS FC 26 before its global release as the FC Pro World Championship crowns a new champion with $1.5 million on the line
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 05, August, 2025 – Ahead of this year’s FC Pro World Championship fans will get exclusive access to EA SPORTS FC™ 26, with the first public hands-on available at the Esports World Cup Festival within the Publishers Park in Riyadh Boulevard, on August 7-8.. The pre-release build offers a preview of the game ahead of its worldwide launch on September 26, making Riyadh the first place in the world where players can publicly try EA SPORTS FC 26.
The EA SPORTS FC™ Pro World Championship, taking place August 7 to 10 at the Esports World Cup in Riyadh,brings together 32 of the world’s top EA SPORTS FC 25 players.These include reigning world champion Anders Vejrgang, nicolas99fc, Tekkz, and more — in a four-day showdown for international glory and a record USD $1.5 million prize pool.
Broadcasts will stream live each evening on the EA SPORTS FC Pro YouTube and Twitch channels, with commentary from a global lineup of talent including Nicole Holliday, Ryan Pessoa, Brandon Smith, Richard Buckley, and a full roster of Arabic-language casters. Fans who link their EA account to YouTube or Twitch will be eligible for viewership rewards, with full details available at ea.com.
Pre-orders are now available for EA SPORTS FC 26, which will launch on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC, with early access for the Ultimate Edition beginning September 19, 2025*.
The Esports World Cup is the largest esports event in the world. The annual seven-week competition, currently running through August 24 in Riyadh, features 2,000 elite players and 200 Clubs from over 100 countries competing in 25 tournaments across 24 of the world’s most popular games for a record-breaking $70+ million prize pool.
The Esports World Cup Festival, taking place just steps from the competitive event, unites gaming and esports communities for a global celebration of gaming culture. With esports tournaments, live music, retro arcades, anime cafes, cosplay, creator studios, and more, the Festival offers millions of fans exclusive experiences celebrating their love of gaming.
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For live updates, behind-the-scenes access, and more from the FC Pro World Championship, follow @EASPORTSFCPro on Instagram, X, and TikTok.
*Conditions and restrictions apply. Offers may not be available on all platforms and/or all territories. Seeea.com/games/ea-sports-fc/fc-26/game-disclaimers for details.
✝Conditions and restrictions apply. Seeea.com/games/ea-sports-fc/fc-mobile/game-offers-and-disclaimers for details.
For more information, please contact:
Jumanah Munir
THC & Partners (on behalf of Electronic Arts)
jumanah.munir@thcandpartners.com
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