Today, Electronic Arts Inc.,(NASDAQ: EA) announced the arrival of the illustrious Zlatan FC into EA SPORTS FC 26, meaning fans will finally be able to play as the icon in his preferred position – all of them. Zlatan FC will be available across Kick Off in FC 26, featuring a bespoke kit and logo inspired by (and requested by) the Swedish sensation himself. Zlatan once famously said he could play all 11 positions, and now he finally gets his chance in FC 26.
“Zlatan is pleased to finally be able to express himself in all areas of the pitch,” said Zlatan FC Manager, Goalkeeper, Striker, Defender, and Midfielder Zlatan Ibrahimovi?. “Fans will no longer have to decide who to play in what position, because they will have the best player available – me.”
Known for his bold personality on and off the field, the mercurial striker enjoyed a prolific career across Europe and North America, and with Zlatan FC sees one of his most prolific quotes become reality. Not only will FC players once again get to experience his goal scoring prowess up front, but they’ll now also get to experience Zlatan tracking back for a last-ditch tackle, making a spectacular save, marshalling the midfield, or shouting instructions from the touchline.
“At EA SPORTS FC we pride ourselves on bringing the world’s greatest football clubs together in our experiences, and as a long time Zlatan FC fan, I’m thrilled to see the team make its digital debut in EA SPORTS FC 26,” said James Salmon, Senior Director, EA SPORTS FC Franchise Activation. “Our community have long clamoured for Zlatan to return to FC, and we’re excited for fans to take control of this illustrious club and its notable players such as Zlatan, Zlatan, and Zlatan.”
The team features a unique visual identity that truly represents the ex-Swedish International and current FC 26 ICON and celebrates his illustrious career alongside the start of a new era for Zlatan and EA SPORTS FC. The logo encompasses a tradition of evolution, the same evolution that marked Zlatan’s path to stardom, and features a bold and striking ‘Z’ that stands for, well, Zlatan.
Fans will have the ability to play with Zlatan FC across Kick Off mode in FC 26, with the team being selectable in the ‘Rest of World’ category.
Zlatan FC will be playable in EA SPORTS FC 26 at worldwide launch on September 26, and with Early Access from September 19 for those who have pre-ordered the Ultimate Edition.
