Electronic Arts Inc. recently celebrated a landmark release with EA SPORTS FC™ 25. The game has sparked an overwhelming response since its global debut on September 27, 2024.
Football fans from over 200 nations have embraced this new era of virtual football, uniting in a digital playground and breaking records worldwide.
Since early access began on September 20, fans have played more than 1.7 billion matches, and players have scored a staggering 4.3 billion goals in just the first 25 days. These impressive stats reflect the excitement and dedication of EA SPORTS’ global community.
Real Madrid and FC Barcelona have quickly emerged as the top teams. Real Madrid is the favorite men’s team, while FC Barcelona has become the most-picked women’s team.
Both clubs’ enduring rivalry has intensified, especially in EA SPORTS FC™ 25‘s in-game El Clásico matchups.
The Spanish rivalry between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona tops the popular matchups for both men’s and women’s teams. El Clásico sits at the top for men’s matchups, followed by Manchester City vs. Real Madrid. Real Madrid vs. Real Madrid is also among the favorites.
The most-played matchups for women’s teams include Real Madrid vs. FC Barcelona, followed by Arsenal vs. Chelsea. Chelsea vs. FC Barcelona rounds out the top three, underscoring the popularity of competitive, high-profile clashes.
One of the newest features in EA SPORTS FC™ 25 is the 5v5 Rush mode, which adds a fresh play style and focuses on a faster, more intense experience. Rush mode alone has drawn in fans, resulting in nearly 300 million matches played.
Most Rush games occur in the Nike Air Zoom Arena, a digital-only stadium exclusive to this mode. This new setting quickly becomes a go-to space for friends to come together for quick, exhilarating matches.
Two players have become fan favorites in Rush: Andreu Fontàs Prat and Patricia Guijarro Gutiérrez. These two lead the most-selected player items in Ultimate Team™’s Rush mode for men’s and women’s games.
With fluid positioning and easy social play, Rush has become a favorite for connecting with friends.
Beyond new modes, EA SPORTS FC™ 25 offers a wealth of real-world stadiums. Fans can choose from more than 120 stadiums, each providing an immersive and authentic atmosphere.
Popular venues include the legendary Estadio Santiago Bernabéu, Liverpool’s Anfield, and Manchester’s Etihad Stadium.
EA has also added new iconic stadiums this year, like Buenos Aires’ Mâs Monumental (home to Club Atlético River Plate). Other new venues include De Kuip in Rotterdam, Estádio José Alvalade in Lisbon, Istanbul’s RAMS Park, and Ülker Stadyumu in Istanbul.
Adding women’s football to Career Mode marks another milestone for EA SPORTS FC™ 25. Now, fans can explore transfers for male and female players, adding a new layer of excitement to Career Mode. This expansion has sparked an incredible response among players.
Since the launch, Aitana Bonmatí has emerged as the most sought-after women’s player in Career Mode’s transfer market. On the men’s side, young star Lamine Yamal tops the list.
With this new feature, players can enjoy managing transfers for their favorite male and female stars, expanding Career Mode like never before.
Career Mode’s top five men’s transfers include rising stars and veteran players. Lamine Yamal leads, followed by Endrick, Memphis Depay, Pau Cubarsí, and Nico Williams.
Each of these transfers shows the varied interests of fans eager to manage the best talent in the game.
Aitana Bonmatí tops the list for women’s transfers, joined by Sophia Smith, Alisha Lehmann, Alexia Putellas, and Jule Brand. These names highlight the growing appeal of women’s football among players.
With women’s transfers now in the mix, EA SPORTS has broadened the Career Mode experience for everyone.
Beyond matchups and transfers, EA SPORTS FC™ 25 includes the biggest competitions in the world. Fans can play the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, and the CONMEBOL Libertadores. Other leagues include the Premier League, Bundesliga, and LALIGA EA SPORTS.
EA SPORTS has introduced major leagues for women’s football, such as the UEFA Women’s Champions League, Barclays Women’s Super League, and the National Women’s Soccer League.
Fans can also play in France’s Arkema Première Ligue, Liga F, and Germany’s Google Pixel Frauen-Bundesliga. These leagues give players access to the best women’s and men’s football under one title.
Over 19,000 players, 700 teams, and over 30 leagues are now available to fans in EA SPORTS FC™ 25. Supported by 300 global partners, the game is a complete destination for football enthusiasts.
Players can access EA SPORTS FC™ 25 across multiple platforms. It is available on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch™. Members of EA Play can also enjoy exclusive perks with the game’s latest features.
EA SPORTS has launched a public Discord server for fans who want to stay updated. This new community space lets fans discuss matches, connect with others, and keep up with the latest news.
It’s another way for EA to bring the global football community together.
Since its release, EA SPORTS FC™ 25 has ushered in a new era of football gaming. With exciting new features, expanded modes, and a focus on men’s and women’s leagues, EA SPORTS continues evolving football’s digital future.
The latest release captures the excitement of real-world football and offers fresh ways for fans to connect, compete, and celebrate the sport they love.
Fans eager to experience the thrill of football can now explore EA SPORTS FC™ 25. The new game blends authentic match experiences, expansive stadium options, and a deep roster of teams and players.
EA SPORTS has set the bar high with this release, creating a new, unified home for global football fans.