Salah and Mbappé headline the highest-rated men's players in EA SPORTS FC 26.
If you are looking for the highest rated football players on FIFA 26, there is an important naming point first: EA’s current game is officially called EA SPORTS FC 26, not FIFA 26. The launch ratings cover more than 17,000 players, and EA’s database separates overall rating from individual attributes such as pace, shooting, passing, dribbling, defending and physicality.
For this ranking, the focus is on the top-rated men’s players in the EA SPORTS FC 26 launch ratings. Mohamed Salah and Kylian Mbappé lead the list at 91 overall, while Ousmane Dembélé, Rodri, Virgil van Dijk, Jude Bellingham and Erling Haaland form the 90-rated group immediately behind them.
Quick Answer: Who Are the Highest Rated Players on FIFA 26?
The top 15 men’s players in the EA SPORTS FC 26 launch ratings are:
| Rank | Player | Position | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mohamed Salah | RM | 91 |
| 2 | Kylian Mbappé | ST | 91 |
| 3 | Ousmane Dembélé | ST | 90 |
| 4 | Rodri | CDM | 90 |
| 5 | Virgil van Dijk | CB | 90 |
| 6 | Jude Bellingham | CAM | 90 |
| 7 | Erling Haaland | ST | 90 |
| 8 | Raphinha | LM | 89 |
| 9 | Achraf Hakimi | RB | 89 |
| 10 | Lamine Yamal | RM | 89 |
| 11 | Vitinha | CM | 89 |
| 12 | Gianluigi Donnarumma | GK | 89 |
| 13 | Pedri | CM | 89 |
| 14 | Joshua Kimmich | CDM | 89 |
| 15 | Alisson Becker | GK | 89 |
These are the men’s launch ratings reported by EA SPORTS FC 26’s ratings database and independently listed by ESPN.
These launch ratings are useful for identifying the game’s elite players, but they can also be compared with broader assessments of current football quality. That wider perspective is covered in Top 10 Best Football Players in the World 2026 Rankings.
Rating note: EA says its launch ratings table covers Gold, Silver and Bronze player items available in Ultimate Team at launch. It does not include Icons, Heroes, campaign items or later live-form updates. EA also explains that the ranking order can use subjective real-world performance factors beyond the individual card attributes.
1. Mohamed Salah — 91
Mohamed Salah shares the highest men’s overall rating in FC 26 at 91. The Liverpool winger is listed as a right midfielder in the ratings database, with an 89 pace rating, 88 shooting, 86 passing and 90 dribbling.
His combination of dribbling, shooting and speed makes him one of the most complete attacking options among the game’s highest-rated players. Salah’s 91 overall also puts him level with Mbappé at the top of the men’s rankings.
2. Kylian Mbappé — 91
Kylian Mbappé is the other 91-rated men’s player and remains one of the most dangerous attacking cards in the game.
EA gives the Real Madrid striker 97 pace, 90 shooting and 92 dribbling. His acceleration and sprint speed are both rated 97, while his finishing is 92.
Mbappé is also the fastest player in the FC 26 ratings database, making his card particularly attractive for players who prioritize speed and attacking movement.
Mbappé’s exceptional pace is not limited to his FC 26 card. His real-world speed has also made him a regular part of discussions about the fastest players still competing at the highest level, as explored in The Fastest Football Players Still Active in 2026.
3. Ousmane Dembélé — 90
Ousmane Dembélé is the first player in the 90-rated group.
The Paris Saint-Germain forward has 91 pace, 88 shooting, 83 passing and 93 dribbling. His 94 ball control and 94 agility underline why he ranks among the game’s most effective technical attackers.
EA also lists Dembélé as the highest-rated dribbler in FC 26, ahead of Mbappé.
4. Rodri — 90
Rodri provides a very different profile from the attacking players at the top of the list.
The Manchester City defensive midfielder is rated 90 overall, with 86 defending, 86 passing and 85 physicality. His 80 shooting and 84 dribbling also give him strong all-around attributes for a central midfielder.
His inclusion in the top four reflects the value FC 26 places on elite midfield play rather than simply rewarding attacking output.
5. Virgil van Dijk — 90
Virgil van Dijk is the highest-rated center-back among the top 15 men’s players.
The Liverpool defender’s 90 overall rating puts him alongside Rodri and Dembélé in the second tier beneath the two 91-rated leaders. ESPN’s FC 26 rankings place him fifth overall among men’s players.
Van Dijk’s position is significant because the top seven contain only one specialist defender, showing how heavily the overall rankings are concentrated around elite attackers and midfielders.
6. Jude Bellingham — 90
Jude Bellingham is another 90-rated player and one of the highest-rated midfielders in FC 26.
The Real Madrid midfielder is ranked sixth among the top men’s players, ahead of Haaland despite both players sharing a 90 overall.
Bellingham’s high position also reflects the broader importance of elite midfielders, particularly players capable of influencing games from advanced and central areas. His profile fits naturally within the historical discussion in Greatest Midfielders in Football History Ranked.
Bellingham’s presence near the top reflects his broad midfield profile and his ability to contribute across different areas of the pitch.
7. Erling Haaland — 90
Erling Haaland completes the group of seven men’s players rated 90 or higher.
The Manchester City striker has one of the strongest shooting profiles in the game. EA lists him with 91 shooting, while only Harry Kane is rated higher among the game’s best shooters, with a 92 shooting rating.
Haaland’s 90 overall places him just behind Mbappé among the game’s most highly rated elite forwards.
8. Raphinha — 89
Raphinha is the first player in the 89-rated group.
The Barcelona attacker is ranked eighth among men’s players in the launch ratings, following the seven players rated between 90 and 91.
His position near the top is particularly notable because the 89-rated group becomes much deeper, with several elite players separated only by their ranking order.
9. Achraf Hakimi — 89
Achraf Hakimi is the highest-ranked full-back in this top 15.
The Paris Saint-Germain right-back is rated 89 overall, placing him ninth in the men’s list.
Hakimi’s inclusion gives the ranking some positional balance after a top seven dominated by attackers and central midfielders.
10. Lamine Yamal — 89
Lamine Yamal’s 89 overall rating places him inside the top 10 men’s players in FC 26.
Yamal’s place in the top 10 is particularly notable because of his age and the level at which he is already competing. His emergence fits into the wider discussion covered in Best Young Football Players Under 21 Right Now.
The Barcelona winger is one of the most notable young names on the list. EA’s ratings database lists him at 89 overall, while ESPN ranks him tenth among the men’s players.
His position is especially significant because it puts him alongside established superstars with much longer careers at the highest level.
11. Vitinha — 89
Vitinha is the second Paris Saint-Germain player in the top 15 after Dembélé and Hakimi.
The Portuguese midfielder is rated 89 overall and ranks 11th in the men’s FC 26 list.
His inclusion highlights the strength of PSG’s representation among the game’s highest-rated players.
12. Gianluigi Donnarumma — 89
Gianluigi Donnarumma is the first goalkeeper to appear in the top 15.
The Italian goalkeeper is rated 89 overall, making him one of three goalkeepers in the broader men’s top 20 alongside Alisson and Thibaut Courtois.
His ranking is also a reminder that goalkeeper ratings are evaluated differently from the outfield attributes that dominate much of the list.
13. Pedri — 89
Pedri is another Barcelona midfielder among the highest-rated men’s players.
He is rated 89 overall and sits 13th in ESPN’s ranking of the top men’s players.
Pedri’s presence alongside Vitinha, Rodri, Bellingham and Kimmich gives the top 15 a strong representation of elite central midfielders.
14. Joshua Kimmich — 89
Joshua Kimmich ranks 14th with an 89 overall rating.
The Bayern Munich midfielder is also the game’s highest-rated passer according to EA’s overall passing category, with a 89 passing rating.
That combination makes Kimmich particularly interesting for players who value distribution and midfield control.
15. Alisson Becker — 89
Alisson Becker completes the top 15.
The Liverpool goalkeeper is rated 89 overall, matching Donnarumma and sitting just above several other elite players in the wider FC 26 rankings.
His presence means goalkeepers account for two places in the top 15, alongside Donnarumma.
The presence of both Alisson and Donnarumma among the highest-rated players also underlines how highly elite goalkeeping can be valued in a complete squad. For a broader look at the position’s greatest figures, see Best Goalkeepers of All Time Ranked: Top 10 Legends in Football History.
What Does the FC 26 Top 15 Tell Us?
The rankings show how concentrated the highest overall ratings are at the very top.
Only two men’s players reach 91 overall, while five more are rated 90. The remaining six positions in the top 15 are all occupied by players rated 89.
The list is also heavily international. Players from France, Brazil, England, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Egypt, Belgium, Italy and the Netherlands are represented.
There is strong positional variety, too:
- Forwards and attacking players: Salah, Mbappé, Dembélé, Haaland, Raphinha and Yamal
- Midfielders: Rodri, Bellingham, Vitinha, Pedri and Kimmich
- Defenders: Van Dijk and Hakimi
- Goalkeepers: Donnarumma and Alisson
That spread makes the list more than a simple collection of the game’s best goalscorers.
Why Are Some Players Ranked Above Others With the Same Rating?
An important detail in EA’s ratings methodology is that overall rating and ranking position are not necessarily identical.
Several players share an overall rating. For example, Raphinha, Hakimi, Yamal, Vitinha, Donnarumma, Pedri, Kimmich and Alisson are all listed at 89.
EA explains that its ranking system can use subjective factors connected to real-world player performance when ordering players with the same overall rating. The order therefore should not be interpreted as saying that an 89-rated player is dramatically better than every other 89-rated player.
A Note About “FIFA 26” vs. “EA SPORTS FC 26”
Many fans still search for the game using terms such as FIFA 26 ratings, FIFA 26 players and FIFA 26 highest rated players.
However, EA’s football series is officially branded EA SPORTS FC following the end of its FIFA naming partnership. The relevant game for these ratings is EA SPORTS FC 26.
So, if you are searching for the latest FIFA 26 player ratings, the EA SPORTS FC 26 ratings database is the authoritative place to check the launch numbers. EA’s database contains ratings and PlayStyles for more than 17,000 players.
Key Takeaways
- Mohamed Salah and Kylian Mbappé share the highest men’s rating at 91.
- Ousmane Dembélé, Rodri, Virgil van Dijk, Jude Bellingham and Erling Haaland are all rated 90.
- Eight additional players in the top 15 are rated 89.
- Lamine Yamal is one of the youngest players inside the men’s top 10.
- Donnarumma and Alisson are the two goalkeepers in the top 15.
- Mbappé has 97 pace, the highest pace rating in the game.
- Harry Kane has the highest shooting rating at 92, although he sits just outside this top 15.
- Kimmich has an 89 passing rating, making him the highest-rated passer among the men’s players highlighted here.
Final Thoughts
The EA SPORTS FC 26 men’s ratings place Salah and Mbappé at the summit, but the depth immediately behind them is what makes the ranking interesting. Seven players are rated 90 or higher, while the next eight positions are occupied by 89-rated stars from attack, midfield, defense and goal.
The concentration of elite names also makes the ranking useful as a snapshot of the players currently attracting the most attention at the highest level. For a separate assessment focused specifically on the current No. 1 debate, see Who Is the Best Football Player Right Now in 2026?.
The rankings also show that overall rating does not tell the entire story. Mbappé’s 97 pace, Dembélé’s 93 dribbling, Kane’s 92 shooting and Kimmich’s 89 passing demonstrate how individual attributes can make a player especially valuable for a particular style of play.
For players deciding which stars to build around in FC 26, the overall ranking is a useful starting point. The individual attributes and PlayStyles are where the biggest differences in how these elite players actually feel on the pitch become apparent.
FAQ
Who is the highest rated player on FIFA 26?
Among men’s players, Mohamed Salah and Kylian Mbappé share the highest EA SPORTS FC 26 overall rating at 91.
Is Mbappé the highest rated player in FC 26?
Mbappé is one of the highest-rated men’s players at 91 overall, level with Mohamed Salah. However, EA’s complete ratings database also includes women’s players, including Alexia Putellas and Aitana Bonmatí, who are also rated 91.
Who is the fastest player in FC 26?
Kylian Mbappé is the fastest player in the EA SPORTS FC 26 ratings database, with 97 pace.
Who has the highest shooting rating in FC 26?
Harry Kane has the highest shooting rating at 92, followed by Erling Haaland at 91 and Kylian Mbappé at 90.
Is Lamine Yamal one of the highest-rated players in FC 26?
Yes. Lamine Yamal has an 89 overall rating and ranks 10th among the top-rated men’s players in the launch rankings.
Who is the highest rated goalkeeper in FC 26?
Among the men’s players in the top 15, Gianluigi Donnarumma and Alisson Becker are both rated 89. Thibaut Courtois is also rated 89 and appears immediately outside the top 15.
Sources
- EA SPORTS FC 26 Official Player Ratings Database — Official EA ratings database and methodology.
- EA SPORTS FC 26 Kylian Mbappé Player Ratings — Mbappé’s official FC 26 attributes and 91 overall rating.
- EA SPORTS FC 26 Ousmane Dembélé Player Ratings — Dembélé’s official FC 26 attributes and 90 overall rating.
- ESPN: Salah, Mbappé lead EA FC 26 ratings — Independent listing of the top 20 men’s FC 26 players.
- Red Bull: EA FC 26 Best Players — Additional comparison of the highest-rated men’s players and goalkeepers.
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