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EA Sports FC 27 Cover Athlete Brings Mbappé Back to the Franchise
Electronic Arts has revealed Kylian Mbappé as the cover athlete for EA SPORTS FC 27 Ultimate Edition, marking the French forward’s return to the franchise cover for the first time in four years.
While Mbappé previously appeared on EA’s football covers during the FIFA era, this will be his first time fronting an EA SPORTS FC title. He will also appear as the new cover athlete for EA Sports FC Mobile, giving EA’s latest football rollout a major global name across both console and mobile.
Mbappé described the cover as a special moment, saying he was honoured to continue his long-term relationship with the franchise in its latest chapter.
Mbappé Returns After a Huge Real Madrid Run
EA’s announcement points to Mbappé’s recent club and international form as part of the reason behind the cover selection. Since joining Real Madrid in 2024, Mbappé has continued to deliver at the highest level. According to EA, he finished as LALIGA EA SPORTS’ top scorer in each of his first 2 seasons in Spain and won the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League Golden Boot after scoring 15 goals in the competition.
He has also carried that momentum into international football, further strengthening his case as one of the defining players of this generation with his recent exploits at the FIFA World Cup 2026, including winning the Golden Boot for being the top scorer in the tournament.
EA Sports FC 27 Reveal Week Begins
The cover reveal is also the first step in a wider week of EA Sports FC 27 announcements.
EA has confirmed that the official gameplay trailer will premiere on YouTube on July 23, and that reveal should give players a clearer look at what is changing on the pitch this year.
As usual, the cover star announcement is only part of the annual build-up. Fans will be watching closely for details on gameplay refinements, Ultimate Team changes, Career Mode updates, Clubs, licensing, and any major new systems being introduced for this year’s entry.
EA Sets the Tone for Its Next Football Launch
Mbappé’s return gives EA Sports FC 27 an immediately recognisable face. For EA, the choice also works on several levels. Mbappé remains one of football’s most marketable players, already has a long connection with the franchise, and now represents both the legacy of EA’s football series and its current EA SPORTS FC era.
The next test will be the gameplay reveal. Cover stars build attention, but EA Sports FC 27 will ultimately be judged by whether this year’s game delivers meaningful improvements once players get back on the pitch.
