Team of the Year season has officially arrived in Ultimate Team, and EA Sports has now confirmed the full list of FC 26 TOTY Men's nominees via social media. As expected, the announcement has generated enormous excitement across the community, with fans given the chance to vote for the players they believe deserve to be immortalized in one of the most prestigious squads of the entire game cycle.

 

The Team of the Year promo is widely regarded as the most anticipated event in Ultimate Team every year. TOTY items typically receive massive stat upgrades, elite PlayStyles, and endgame-level performance, making them some of the most desirable FC 26 Players available. As a result, the release of the nominees always sparks intense debate, speculation, and discussion among fans.

 

Europe's elite clubs dominate the TOTY shortlist

 

The FC 26 TOTY Men's nominees list features many of the biggest names in world football, with top clubs such as Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, Manchester City, and Bayern Munich heavily represented. Their dominance in major domestic and international competitions over the past year has naturally translated into strong representation within the shortlist.

 

From title-winning defenders to record-breaking attackers, the nominees reflect a season defined by consistency, individual brilliance, and team success. For Ultimate Team users, this shortlist offers a glimpse into which players could soon receive the most powerful cards in the game—items that may require a huge investment of FC 26 Coins once they become available.

 

Team of the Year remains the most hyped promo

 

TOTY continues to stand above every other promo in FC 26 due to the sheer power level of the cards involved. These items often remain viable for the remainder of the game cycle, making them essential targets for competitive FC 26 Players. The excitement is further amplified by the fan voting system, as supporters feel directly involved in shaping the final squad.

 

Since the reveal of the nominees, social media has been flooded with discussions over inclusions, exclusions, and positional classifications. While many expected stars appear in the list, several surprising decisions have already divided opinion.

 

Full list of FC 26 TOTY Men's nominees

 

Below is the complete list of nominees across all positions.

 

Goalkeepers

 

Alisson

Thibaut Courtois

David Raya

Gianluigi Donnarumma

Manuel Neuer

Jan Oblak

Svilar

 

Defenders

 

Alessandro Bastoni

Marc Cucurella

Denzel Dumfries

Gabriel

Marc Guéhi

Dean Huijsen

Jules Koundé

Marcos Llorente

Marquinhos

Nuno Mendes

Mittelstädt

Willian Pacho

Rațiu

David Raum

Rrahmani

William Saliba

Nico Schlotterbeck

Jonathan Tah

Micky van de Ven

Virgil van Dijk

 

Midfielders

 

Al Dawsari

Akliouche

André-Frank Zambo Anguissa

Nicolò Barella

Jude Bellingham

Moisés Caicedo

Frenkie de Jong

Luis Díaz

Ritsu Doan

Evander

Ryan Gravenberch

Alejandro Grimaldo

Bruno Guimarães

Højbjerg

João Neves

Joshua Kimmich

Riyad Mahrez

Scott McTominay

Jamal Musiala

Nico Paz

Nmecha

Michael Olise

Orsolini

Cole Palmer

Pedri

Raphinha

Declan Rice

Mohamed Salah

Stiller

Tolisso

Federico Valverde

Vitinha

Nico Williams

Lamine Yamal

Kenan Yıldız

 

Attackers

 

Julián Álvarez

Antony

Ayoze Pérez

Bradley Barcola

Karim Benzema

Ousmane Dembélé

Désiré Doué

Dreyer

Emegha

Serhou Guirassy

Viktor Gyökeres

Erling Haaland

Harry Kane

Kean

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia

Robert Lewandowski

Romelu Lukaku

Lautaro Martínez

Mateta

Kylian Mbappé

Bryan Mbeumo

Lionel Messi

Christian Pulisic

Cristiano Ronaldo

Patrick Schick

Vinícius Júnior

Heung-min Son

 

Controversial omissions and positional surprises

 

While the shortlist includes most of the expected superstars, there are a few notable surprises. The absence of PSG right-back Achraf Hakimi has raised eyebrows across the community, as many fans believe he was among the best players in his position throughout 2025.

 

Additionally, the classification of players such as Mohamed Salah, Raphinha, and Lamine Yamal as midfielders rather than attackers has sparked debate. This positional placement could reduce the number of attacking stars that ultimately make the final Team of the Year, potentially impacting both squad balance and gameplay diversity.

 

Final Thoughts

 

Once voting concludes and the final TOTY squad is revealed, the Ultimate Team market is expected to shift dramatically. TOTY cards often cost millions of FC 26 Coins, making them aspirational items for most players. Even so, their unmatched performance ensures they remain highly sought after throughout the season.

 

For FC 26 Players, the TOTY Men's promo represents the pinnacle of Ultimate Team content. With so many elite nominees and a few controversial decisions already fueling discussion, this year's Team of the Year is shaping up to be one of the most exciting yet.