EA SPORTS FC has officially unveiled the Men’s and Women’s Team of the Year for 2025, with Kylian Mbappé and Lucy Bronze making history as the first-ever TOTY Captains.
Available now across EA SPORTS FC 26 on console, PC and mobile, this year’s TOTY once again puts the power firmly in the hands of the community, with millions of fan votes shaping football’s ultimate honour roll.
The annual Team of the Year celebration shines a spotlight on players who didn’t just perform, but defined the global game throughout 2025. From dominant defensive displays to match-winning attacking brilliance, this year’s selections reflect a season full of unforgettable moments.
EA SPORTS FC Team Of The Year At A Glance
- Fan-voted Men’s and Women’s TOTY squads revealed
- Kylian Mbappé and Lucy Bronze named inaugural TOTY Captains
- TOTY items live now in EA SPORTS FC 26 Ultimate Team
- Content available on console, PC, Companion App and FC Mobile
Women’s Team Of The Year Celebrates Consistency And Class
The EA SPORTS FC Women’s TOTY highlights a year of excellence across Europe’s biggest clubs, with strong representation from Barcelona, Arsenal, Chelsea and OL Lyonnes. In goal, Christine Endler anchors a defence packed with experience and leadership, including Lucy Bronze, Millie Bright and Leah Williamson.
Midfield sees creativity and control embodied by Aitana Bonmatí, Mariona Caldentey and Alexia Putellas, while the forward line of Clàudia Pina, Ewa Pajor and Alessia Russo rounds out a side built on balance, intelligence and attacking flair.
Lucy Bronze’s inclusion carries extra weight, as she becomes the first Women’s TOTY Captain, recognised not only for her performances, but her influence during a trophy-laden year at both club and international level.
“Being named the first ever Women’s EA SPORTS FC TOTY Captain is an honour,” said Lucy Bronze, Chelsea & England right-back “Getting the nod from the fans means a lot to me. 2025 was an amazing year – winning the EUROs again and picking up my first BWSL with Chelsea – so much of that success is thanks to our fans, and it’s great to see them recognise my efforts with this award.”
- Goalkeeper And Defenders
- Christine Endler – OL Lyonnes & Chile
- Lucy Bronze – Chelsea & England
- Millie Bright – Chelsea & England
- Leah Williamson – Arsenal & England
- Selma Bacha – OL Lyonnes & France
- Midfielders
- Aitana Bonmatí – FC Barcelona & Spain
- Mariona Caldentey – Arsenal & Spain
- Alexia Putellas – FC Barcelona & Spain
- Forwards
- Clàudia Pina – FC Barcelona & Spain
- Ewa Pajor – FC Barcelona & Poland
- Alessia Russo – Arsenal & England
Men’s Team Of The Year Brings Star Power And Steel
On the men’s side, the EA SPORTS FC Men’s TOTY blends defensive resilience with elite attacking firepower. Gianluigi Donnarumma takes the gloves behind a back line featuring Virgil van Dijk, William Saliba and Jules Koundé, while Nuno Mendes completes a formidable defensive unit.
Midfield control comes from Pedri, Declan Rice and Vitinha, a trio combining creativity, discipline and tempo. Up front, few will be surprised to see Erling Haaland and Ousmane Dembélé joined by Kylian Mbappé, whose impact throughout 2025 earned him the inaugural Men’s TOTY Captain accolade.
Van Dijk’s inclusion marks his seventh Team of the Year appearance, underlining his continued influence at the very highest level.
Liverpool Captain and Defender, Virgil van Dijk said “I’m extremely proud to be named in the EA SPORTS FC Team of the Year for the 7th time. Being voted for by the fans always means a lot and I’d like to thank them for their support.“
- Goalkeeper And Defenders
- Gianluigi Donnarumma – Manchester City & Italy
- Jules Koundé – FC Barcelona & France
- William Saliba – Arsenal & France
- Virgil van Dijk – Liverpool & Netherlands
- Nuno Mendes – Paris Saint-Germain & Portugal
- Midfielders
- Pedri – FC Barcelona & Spain
- Declan Rice – Arsenal & England
- Vitinha – Paris Saint-Germain & Portugal
- Forwards
- Ousmane Dembélé – Paris Saint-Germain & France
- Erling Haaland – Manchester City & Norway
- Kylian Mbappé – Real Madrid & France
TOTY Content Live Now In EA SPORTS FC 26
Team of the Year items are now rolling out across EA SPORTS FC 26 on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Amazon Luna, Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, as well as the Companion App and EA SPORTS FC Mobile.
TOTY content will appear in Ultimate Team packs in phases, with attackers, midfielders, defenders and goalkeepers each taking centre stage before the full TOTY XI becomes available. Honourable Mentions and TOTY Icons also return, celebrating players who narrowly missed the Final XI and legends whose careers helped define football history.
Players who logged into Ultimate Team between December 12th and January 12th will also receive a special Classic XI Hero upgrade, transforming into a TOTY Honourable Mention Hero.
Voting Continues With The 12th Player
While the Final XI is locked in, fans still have a say. Voting for the Men’s and Women’s 12th Player opens on January 17th and closes on January 20th, allowing one final standout from 2025 to be recognised. Votes can be cast directly through EA SPORTS FC 26 on console or PC, as well as via the Companion App.
“Team of the Year is a celebration of footballing excellence as much as fan passion,” said Jeff Sharma, Vice President, Franchise Strategy and Marketing at EA SPORTS FC “This year’s Men’s and Women’s Team of the Year and Team of the Year Captains pay homage to the players fans love to watch every week: the ones who change matches, carry teams, and define eras. By putting voting in the hands of fans, Team of the Year sits in on the right at the intersection of football and fandom, and that’s where EA SPORTS FC thrives.”
A Perfect Fit For EA SPORTS FC 26
TOTY arrives during a strong year for the franchise, with EA SPORTS FC 26 continuing to impress across its modes. In our 4.5/5 review, we praised its refined Ultimate Team experience, engaging career options and overall authenticity, noting that despite occasional frustrations, it remains unmatched in delivering the complete football package.
With Team of the Year now live, EA SPORTS FC 26 once again gives fans the chance to celebrate the players who made 2025 unforgettable – and to take them straight onto the pitch.
