Typically, each Icon has three different versions based on their career progression: the Base, Mid, and Prime versions. The Base version reflects a player’s early years, the Mid version highlights their peak form, and the Prime version showcases their legendary years at the top of FC 26 Coins their game. With such a broad range of stats and playstyles, Icons become an essential building block for competitive players and fans of Ultimate Team.

According to leaks from a source close to the development team, EA FC 26 will feature a total of 12 new Icons, adding to the already extensive roster of legendary players available in Ultimate Team. While the specific names of these Icons have not been confirmed, speculation about which legends will make an appearance has been rife. If the leaks turn out to be true, these new Icons will further enhance the tactical options and creativity available to players.

These new Icons will likely be available for players to collect, trade, and use in different Ultimate Team modes, including the popular weekend leagues, tournaments, and team battles. The introduction of fresh, high-rated player cards would not only enrich the diversity of the game’s roster but also inspire new strategies and team compositions.

Though the exact list of new Icons is still speculative, several legendary players have surfaced as potential candidates for inclusion:

David Villa – Spain's all-time top scorer, Villa was instrumental in Spain's golden generation that dominated international football. A prolific striker known for his clinical finishing and positioning, Villa’s inclusion would provide a buy Fut 26 Coins powerful attacking option for players to integrate into their squads.