The wait is over. EA Sports has officially confirmed the EA Sports FC 27 release date, locking in a Friday, September 25, 2026 launch for the standard global release. Now that the official reveal trailer is out, players finally have the exact dates for when they can get their hands on the new game.
When is the EA Sports FC 27 release date?
EA FC 27 will officially release worldwide on Friday, September 25, 2026. This confirmed date lines up perfectly with EA’s usual habit of dropping its football titles in the final part of September. The game will be available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Nintendo Switch platforms.
When does EA FC 27 Early Access start?
If you want to play early, EA FC 27 Early Access officially begins on Friday, September 18, 2026.
To get this full 7 day head start before the global launch, you will need to pre order either the Ultimate Edition or the brand new Ultimate Plus Edition. Buying the Standard Edition means you will have to wait until September 25 to hit the pitch.
Is there a free version of EA FC 27?
Yes, if you want to try the game before you buy it, EA has confirmed that a free preview called EA FC 27 Lite will also launch on September 25. This free to download version will give players access to select modes like Kick-Off to test out the new gameplay.
Why does the FC 27 release date matter?
For FUT players, the release date shapes everything from web app expectations to Early Access planning and when the first major Ultimate Team grind begins. Now that the dates are locked in and pre orders are live, players can officially start mapping out their path to EA FC 27.
Are you jumping into Early Access on September 18, or waiting for the global launch? Let us know in the comments below, and keep an eye on the FUT.GG News page for all the latest FC 27 deep dives!