FC 26 PlayStyles

EA Sports FC 26 PlayStyles

PlayStyles in FC 26 go beyond raw attributes and overall ratings by giving footballers signature abilities you can feel in-game. They shape how a player actually performs, the techniques they favor, the animations they trigger, and the advantages they unlock.

PlayStyles are available across Ultimate Team, Rush, Career, and Clubs in EA Sports FC 26.

Powered by real-world data, PlayStyles highlight the on-ball qualities that set players apart. Each PlayStyle changes gameplay, while PlayStyles+ push those traits to elite, world-class levels.

Below is the list of PlayStyles in FC 26 (from the beta), including who typically has them and how they affect gameplay:

FINISHING

PlayStyle Who Has It Gameplay Effects
Finesse Shot
 Forwards and attacking mids who prefer placed shots.
  • PlayStyle

    Performs finesse shots faster with additional curve and improved accuracy.
Chip Shot
 Attackers who frequently chip goalkeepers.
  • PlayStyle

    Performs chip shots faster and with greater accuracy.
Power Shot
 Players known for strong long-range strikes.
  • PlayStyle

    Performs power shots faster and with increased speed.
Dead Ball
 Set-piece specialists (free kicks, corners).
  • PlayStyle

    Set pieces are delivered with increased speed, curve, and accuracy. Ball trajectory preview line is longer.
Precision Header+
 Elite aerial forwards and defenders.
  • PlayStyle+

    Performs headers with even greater accuracy and unlocks unique Precision Header animations.
Acrobatic
 Players who often attempt bicycle kicks or acrobatic finishes.
  • PlayStyle

    Performs volleys with improved accuracy and has access to acrobatic volley animations.
Low Driven Shot
 Clinical strikers and forwards who finish low and fast.
  • PlayStyle

    Enhances ability to execute low driven shots with increased accuracy, faster ball travel, and quicker execution.
Gamechanger
 Creative forwards who pull off flair shots.
  • PlayStyle

    Enables trivela and fancy shots with higher accuracy. Unlocks Gamechanger shot animations.

PASSING

PlayStyle Who Has It Gameplay Effects
Incisive Pass
 Midfield playmakers and creative attackers.
  • PlayStyle

    Through Passes are more accurate, swerve passes have more curve, and Precision Passes travel faster to the destination.
Pinged Pass
 Midfielders and defenders who switch play or hit driven passes.
  • PlayStyle

    Passes travel faster along the ground without increasing trapping difficulty for the receiver.
Long Ball Pass
 Defensive midfielders, deep-lying playmakers, and long pass specialists.
  • PlayStyle

    Lob and Lofted Through Passes are more accurate, travel faster, and are more difficult to intercept.
Tiki Taka
 Technical midfielders who excel in tight spaces.
  • PlayStyle

    Executes difficult first-time Ground Passes with high accuracy, using backheels when appropriate. Optimized for short distance passing.
Whipped Pass
 Wide players and set-piece takers known for dangerous crosses.
  • PlayStyle

    All crosses are highly accurate, travel faster, and include more curve.
Inventive
 Flair players who use tricks and outside-of-the-foot passes.
  • PlayStyle

    Fancy passes (including outside-of-the-foot) are performed with improved accuracy and unlock special Inventive animations.

DEFENDING

PlayStyle Description Gameplay Effects
Jockey
 Players who excel at maintaining balance and speed while jockeying attackers.
  • PlayStyle

    Increased max speed of Sprint Jockey and faster transition speed from jockey to sprint.

  • PlayStyle+

    Greatly improved jockey speed and elite transition responsiveness, making it harder for attackers to bypass.
Block
 Players known for putting their body on the line to stop shots and passes.
  • PlayStyle

    Increased reach when performing blocks and improved success in blocking attempts.

  • PlayStyle+

    Maximum reach and consistency when blocking shots and passes.
Intercept
 Players skilled at cutting off passes and disrupting play.
  • PlayStyle

    Improved reach and higher chance of keeping possession after an interception.

  • PlayStyle+

    Exceptional anticipation and maximum success rate in interceptions, with increased ball control after recovery.
Anticipate
 Defenders who time their standing tackles to perfection.
  • PlayStyle

    Improved chances of standing tackle success and ability to stop the ball at their feet when tackling.

  • PlayStyle+

    Elite tackling accuracy with maximum control after dispossessing the opponent.
Slide Tackle
 Players who specialize in strong and accurate sliding challenges.
  • PlayStyle

    Grants the ability to stop the ball directly at their feet after a slide tackle.

  • PlayStyle+

    Increased range, precision, and recovery when performing slide tackles.
Aerial Fortress
 Players who dominate in defensive aerial duels.
  • PlayStyle

    Performs higher jumps with improved aerial defensive presence.

  • PlayStyle+

    Maximum jump height, hang time, and superior dominance in aerial duels.

BALL CONTROL

PlayStyle Description Gameplay Effects
Technical
 For players who excel in smooth turns and agile dribbling under control.
  • PlayStyle

    Reaches a higher speed when performing Controlled Sprint and executes wide turns with more precision.
Rapid
 For fast dribblers who thrive at full pace with the ball.
  • PlayStyle

    Achieves a higher sprint speed while dribbling and reduces errors during sprints or knock-ons.
First Touch
 Specialists in controlling the ball instantly under pressure.
  • PlayStyle

    Reduces errors when trapping the ball and allows faster transition into dribbling with tighter control.
Trickster
 Skillful players who use flair and creativity to beat defenders.
  • PlayStyle

    Grants the ability to perform unique flick Skill Moves, giving more unpredictability in 1v1 situations.
Press Proven
 Composed dribblers who keep control under physical pressure.
  • PlayStyle

    Keeps close ball control when dribbling at jog speed and shields the ball more effectively against stronger opponents.

PHYSICAL

PlayStyle Description Gameplay Effects
Quick Step
 For explosive players who accelerate faster than others.
  • PlayStyle

    Accelerates quicker during Explosive Sprint, making bursts of speed more effective.
Relentless
 For tireless players who maintain energy and defensive intensity.
  • PlayStyle

    Increases stamina regeneration speed and boosts the duration of teammate contain and partial team press.
Long Throw
 Specialists who can launch throw-ins across longer distances.
  • PlayStyle

    Performs throw-ins with increased power to cover a greater distance.
Bruiser
 Strong players who dominate in physical battles and tackles.
  • PlayStyle

    Provides greater strength when performing physical tackles, making it harder for opponents to hold possession.
Enforcer
 Powerful players who shield the ball with dominance.
  • PlayStyle

    Provides greater strength and stability when performing shield dribbles against opponents.

GOALKEEPING

PlayStyle Description Gameplay Effects
Far Throw
 Goalkeepers with the ability to launch throws much farther than usual.
  • PlayStyle

    Unique GK throw animations and increased throw maximum distance.
Footwork
 Keepers who rely on quick feet to stop low-driven shots.
  • PlayStyle

    Exclusive foot save animations and increased performance against low trajectory shots.
Cross Claimer
 Goalkeepers confident in dealing with crosses through punches or claims.
  • PlayStyle

    Unique punching animations, stronger hand impact, quicker ball-out speed, and prioritization of punches in contested aerial duels.
1v1 Close Down
 Keepers who excel in rushing out and closing down attackers in 1v1 situations.
  • PlayStyle

    Unique reflex/anticipation animations, increased rush speed, and improved reading of close-range shot trajectories.
Far Reach
 Specialists with incredible reach to stop long-range efforts.
  • PlayStyle

    Unique long diving animations and increased success in saving long-distance shots.
Deflector
 Goalkeepers who redirect shots safely away from danger zones.
  • PlayStyle

    Unique deflection animations with increased power to parry shots into safer areas.
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