REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 23, 2026--
Today, Electronic Arts, Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) revealed the cover of the Ultimate Plus Edition for EA SPORTS FC™ 27, featuring Real Madrid superstars Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham following an incredible summer of football, alongside the first-look at EA SPORTS FC 27 gameplay ahead of its worldwide launch on September 25, 2026.
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WATCH: EA SPORTS FC™ 27 REVEAL TRAILER
As a limited-time edition available through August 31st, EA SPORTS FC™ 27 Ultimate Plus Edition includes a range of content across Football Ultimate Team™ (FUT™) and the full game, including up to 10,000 FC Points distributed across five monthly drops✝, Premium Passes for Seasons 1-5, a Hall of FUT Player Pick (1 of 5), alongside up to seven days Early Access to FC 27 beginning September 18. See here for full details.
KYLIAN MBAPPÉ AND JUDE BELLINGHAM UNITE AS FC 27 COVER STARS
Joining Kylian Mbappé, who was announced as cover star of both the Ultimate Edition and Standard Edition for EA SPORTS FC™ 27 earlier this week, Jude Bellingham returns to the cover of an EA SPORTS FC™ title for a third time as one of football's most influential stars. Together, the joint cover stars showcase their shared passion for the franchise and celebrate their impact on global football culture uniting fans around the world.
“I'm very proud to be featured across three editions of EA SPORTS FC 27, and to share the Ultimate Plus Edition cover alongside my Real Madrid teammate Jude Bellingham,” said Kylian Mbappé. “Every season brings fresh challenges and new opportunities, and I'm excited to see fans write their own stories in FC 27.”
“Every time I’ve had the chance to be part of EA SPORTS FC, it’s been a special moment, and coming back for a third cover alongside Kylian is no different.” said Jude Bellingham. “I’m looking forward to fans getting stuck into FC 27, experiencing everything the game has to offer, and creating plenty of new memories along the way.”
EA SPORTS FC™ 27 CONNECTS THE WORLD’S GAME TO ALL
Inspired by the FC player community and the connection shared by fans worldwide, EA SPORTS FC™ 27 introduces new ways to play The World’s Game, including:
“In EA SPORTS FC 27, we are delivering more ways for every player to play, with brand new experiences that mark a major step forward,” said John Shepherd, VP & GM, EA SPORTS FC. “Whether it’s gameplay shaped by community feedback, the all-new FUT Gallery, a rebuilt Transfer Market in Career, or creating and growing your footballer in The Grounds, our new social playground that expands the Clubs experience beyond the pitch, FC 27 is designed to deepen players’ connection to football and to one another.”
Across all EA SPORTS FC™ 27 game modes, community-driven gameplay improvements contribute to enhanced control and fluidity, featuring dynamic corners, stronger attacking awareness, and rebalanced AI defending, contributing to a more player-focused experience.
PRE-ORDER EA SPORTS FC™ 27 TODAY
Pre-orders are now available for EA SPORTS FC™ 27, which will launch on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2. EA SPORTS FC™ 27 will be available worldwide to play on September 25, 2026 with Ultimate Edition and Ultimate Plus Edition early access beginning September 18, 2026**.
The EA SPORTS FC™ 27 Ultimate Plus Edition includes:
Also starting September 18, 2026, EA Play*** members can be among the first to step into The Grounds and experience more true-to-football gameplay in the EA SPORTS FC™ 27 10-hour early access trial. EA Play Pro members get day 1 access to the EA Play Pro Edition, which includes all the content and benefits available with the Ultimate Edition.
All members score recurring Football Ultimate Team™ Draft Tokens and new vanity items in The Grounds. Plus, save 10% on pre-orders, EA digital purchases, including game downloads, FC Points, and DLC. For more information on EA Play, please visit ea.com/ea-play.
AUTHENTICITY AT THE HEART OF THE WORLD’S GAME
Experience unrivalled authenticity in EA SPORTS FC™ 27 with 21,000+ players from 800+ clubs and national teams, competing in 130+ stadiums and 35+ leagues, powered by more than 300+ global football partners.
Only EA SPORTS FC™ 27 brings together the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Conference League, CONMEBOL Libertadores, Premier League, Bundesliga, and LALIGA EA SPORTS in one game, alongside the Google Pixel Frauen-Bundesliga, Liga F Moeve, Barclays Women’s Super League, Arkema Première Ligue, National Women's Soccer League, and the UEFA Women's Champions League.
For more information on EA SPORTS FC™ 27, please visit ea.com/fc27 and ensure you’re following our global social channels for all the latest upcoming news and announcements for EA SPORTS FC™.
*Certain content & features, including The Grounds mode (including Clubs) is available only on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, PC and Nintendo Switch 2 versions.
**Conditions and restrictions apply. Offers may not be available on all platforms and/or all territories. See ea.com/games/ea-sports-fc/fc-27/game-disclaimers for details.
***Conditions, limitations and exclusions apply. See EA Play Terms for details.
✝You must complete the steps to obtain the initial FC Points distribution by June 1, 2027 to receive all 10,000 FC Points. If you redeem after September 26, 2027, you will not receive any FC Points.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Anthony Volpe's first night back in the majors was one to remember.
Suddenly a fan favorite in New York again, Volpe smacked a grand slam and drove in a career-high five runs during his rousing return from Triple-A as the Yankees beat the Colorado Rockies 10-3 on Thursday.
The much-maligned Volpe is getting another chance with the Yankees — this time at a new position — and he's off to a terrific start. With the Bronx crowd chanting his name on several occasions, Volpe had three hits and a stolen base in his first big league game since Aug. 1.
“I wanted to be back up here. I wanted to contribute," Volpe said. "But when you’re down there, there’s obviously no guarantees. So you work really hard for yourself and for the player that you feel like can help the organization. But other than that, there’s nothing guaranteed. You can’t control it. So, I never thought I was going to be back here in this moment, but I want to be ready and prepared in case something happens.”
Something did happen.
Volpe was recalled from the minors Thursday when second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. went on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to Wednesday, with a sprained right thumb.
“Unexpected whirlwind, but it feels good to be back," Volpe said.
The 25-year-old Volpe, who lost his shortstop job in New York to 21-year-old rookie George Lombard Jr. last month, made his first big league start at second base and looked rejuvenated.
Batting ninth, he received an enthusiastic ovation from the Yankee Stadium crowd of 40,706 his first time up and laced an RBI single in the second inning before stealing third base. Volpe reached on a hard-hit infield single in the sixth and lined his second big league homer this season over the short porch in right field to make it 10-2 in the seventh.
He finished 3 for 4 and saw 21 pitches at the plate — 15 during his first two at-bats.
“Good to see the crowd right away behind him,” Yankees manager Aaron Boone said.
After rounding the bases in the seventh, Volpe came out of the dugout for a curtain call to salute fans who were chanting his name again.
“Probably a little bit of blackout," Volpe said. “It will be definitely something I’ll remember for a long time. ... I didn’t really know what was happening.”
New York didn't have a grand slam all season until Lombard connected in 6-1 win Wednesday night. It's the first time in franchise history players 25 or younger hit grand slams in consecutive games, according to the Elias Sports Bureau.
The only other regular-season slam for Volpe came in May 2023 against the Athletics. He also had one in the 2024 World Series.
“Excited for him. He hasn’t done anything but just continue to work and grind, and got his way back here and obviously had a massive impact tonight,” Boone said. “Hopefully something that can springboard him even a little bit more.”
A first-round draft pick in 2019 out of a nearby New Jersey high school, the 5-foot-10 Volpe won a Gold Glove as a rookie shortstop and hit 21 home runs with the Yankees in 2023.
He was expected to hold down the position for years to come, but Volpe entered Thursday with a .224 career batting average, .287 on-base percentage and .660 OPS in four big league seasons. He's also struggled at times on defense, drawing criticism from Yankees fans.
Volpe was optioned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Aug. 4, with a plan to gain experience at other positions. He played 19 games at second base for the RailRiders and went on a recent tear at the plate.
“He’s been excellent, from all the reports from player development,” Boone said. "The double-play turn’s been excellent. So, not surprised. He’s the type of athlete that should take to that position well and so far, so good.”
In his last 28 games at Triple-A, Volpe batted .284 with 10 homers, 21 RBIs, seven doubles, 15 walks and eight steals. He compiled a 1.023 OPS after getting demoted.
“It’s not an easy thing to go back there and have the right mindset and not only that but go out and perform at a high level, and that’s what he did," Boone said. “It’s a testament to who he is and his character and I think his love and respect for this game.”
Volpe was selected International League Player of the Week for hitting .524 with three homers, six RBIs and five stolen bases over six games from Aug. 31 to Sept. 6. He compiled a 1.674 OPS with five homers over his past eight games for the RailRiders.
“I definitely see a little difference with how he’s spread out," Boone said. “I thought he looked really good, really under control, controlled the strike zone, patient at-bats while also obviously delivering some blows.”
Volpe’s season debut for the Yankees was delayed until May 13 after he recovered from surgery last October to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder. He is batting .251 with 24 RBIs in 57 games with New York.
Chisholm can become a free agent after the World Series, so Volpe's chance at second base in a September pennant race could offer something of an audition for next season.
“I just feel like I have an opportunity," Volpe said. “Obviously, it’s weird the way it happened. You never want somebody to get hurt or anything, but I had nothing guaranteed, obviously. I thought I was never going to be back up here. So I’m trying to make the most of it.”
AP Baseball Writer Ronald Blum and AP freelance writer Larry Fleisher contributed to this report.
See AP’s full MLB coverage here
New York Yankees' Anthony Volpe celebrates with teammate after defeating the Colorado Rockies in a baseball game, Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Jimmy Herget reacts after giving up a grand slam to New York Yankees' Anthony Volpe during the seventh inning of a baseball game Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
New York Yankees' Anthony Volpe hits a run scoring single during the second inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
New York Yankees' Anthony Volpe hits a grand slam during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
New York Yankees' Anthony Volpe is congratulated after hitting a grand slam during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
New York Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. heads to third after hitting a solo home run during the first inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels, Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. throws to first for the out on San Diego Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. during the third inning of a baseball game Friday, Sept. 4, 2026, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
New York Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. reacts in the dugout during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)
FILE - New York Yankees' Anthony Volpe celebrates in the dugout after scoring on Trent Grisham RBI single in the during the tenth inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox, July 30, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Melissa Tamez, File)
