Fresh off claiming the Golden Boot at the 2026 World Cup, Kylian Mbappé is heading straight back onto the biggest stage in football gaming. EA Sports has officially confirmed him as the cover star of EA FC 27’s Ultimate Edition, putting to rest earlier rumours that Cristiano Ronaldo would headline this year’s edition.
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EA FC 27 Ultimate Edition Cover Star Announcement
EA Sports made the reveal on X, captioning the post “Back on the cover. Ready to go again,” alongside confirmation that the full reveal trailer arrives on July 23, 2026, at 9:27 PM IST.
Key Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Cover Star | Kylian Mbappé |
| Edition | Ultimate Edition |
| Reveal Trailer Date | July 23, 2026 |
| Trailer Time | 9:27 PM IST |
| Previous Cover Stars (FC 26) | Jude Bellingham, Jamal Musiala |
| Standard Edition Cover Star | Not yet announced |
Why This Makes Sense
Mbappé’s timing couldn’t be better — coming off a Golden Boot-winning World Cup campaign, he’s the natural face to lead EA’s marketing push. The description accompanying the reveal teased “The World’s Game,” widely believed to hint at a new open-world game mode joining the franchise this year.
What to Expect on Reveal Day
The July 23 trailer is expected to showcase first gameplay footage, new features and game modes, alongside pre-orders going live and further details on the rumoured open-world addition. The Standard Edition cover star remains a mystery for now. Fans can catch the reveal directly via EA Sports’ official website.
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