FC 26 Heroes List: All New Heroes

FC 26 is launching its New Heroes this season. The Heroes are special footballers of old times known for their strong plays for their clubs, their unique styles, and have made iconic and lasting contributions to Football. FC 26 is introducing 8 New Heroes, including both male and female players. The New Heroes are added to make the Ultimate Team Squad stronger and balanced, all while pulling the interest of old football fans. Let’s follow LDShop to get to know about all the new heroes in FC 26, their ratings, the position they play, their playstyle, and how they affect the team.

Heroes in FC 26

Heroes are special player cards for Ultimate Team in FC 26. Highly popular players or legendary players are considered Heroes in FC 26. They are not considered icons, as icons are players who fit in any Ultimate Team or build synergy with other players, and give chemistry boosts, but Heroes have different functionality. Heroes connect to specific Leagues and Clubs. A Hero who played for a certain team will connect well with the current players of that team. Heroes bring out the passion and nostalgia for fans of their time, which pulls more players for both men’s and women’s football.

The New Heroes in FC 26

Eight New Heroes are being introduced in FC 26. Every Hero plays in different positions and has different playstyles. Both these factors impact the game in a different way.

1. Louisa Necib

Belonging to the France nationality, Louisa Necib is considered one of the best playmakers in women’s football with great passing skills. She holds a high technical ability, and her overall rating is 88. In FC 26, players can expect her to play as a Midfielder with good attacking skills, which will help to assist the defense using her passing and playmaking skills. These make her Hero card very important.

2. Simone Laudehr

Simone Laudher is considered an all-around midfield player, as she was strong with her skills in playmaking by both in attack and defense. She got her fame in women’s football by winning both the Champions League and the World Cup. Players can use her Hero card midfielder role, with high stats for stamina, passing, tackling, and an overall rating of 88.

3. Michel Salgado

Michael Salgado was a Spanish Player, and he was known for his strong performance during the time of the Galactico era of Real Madrid. He was considered a strong defender due to his fearless and determined defensive skills. Players can expect high stats for defense, pace, and tackle from his player card. With an overall rating of 87, he is a reliable choice for LaLiga.

4. Ivan Zamorano

Ivan Zamorano was a player from Chile. He holds a rating of 87. He is considered one of the best forwards from Chile in football during the 90s. His insane header shots made him very popular when he played for Inter Milan and Real Madrid. His Hero Card is expected to be striker-oriented, with accurate finishing for his headers.

5. Jill Scott - England

Jill Scott was one of the most respected football players from England. With her strong and reliable skills in midfield, she gained a name in women’s football.  Her Hero Card is expected to be defense or midfield-oriented. She will help in moving the ball forward and continuing the game. A strong overall rating of 85 has been given to her card.

6. Ricardo Quaresma

Belonging to the nation of Portugal, Ricardo Quaresma is known for his signature move, “Trivela”. It is an outside curling foot shot, which became his trademark. He is one of the most loved wing spikers known for his creative plays. He has an overall rating of 85. His player card is expected to have high stats for dribbling skills. He is a must for players looking for flashy plays and one-on-one dribbling showdowns.

7. De Rossi

Daniele De Rossi was among the best players of AS Roma, and he was considered the face of Italian football for two decades. He was considered one of the most respected midfielders of his time due to his wide passing range and his dedication to one club for a long time. His Hero card is expected to focus on midfield with defense and strong passing. Players can look for strong stats for passing, tackling, positioning, and an overall rating of 85. He is known for his control over the center and pace of the match.

8. Pablo Aimar

Belonging to Argentina, Pablo Aimar was known for his plays, which were highly creative, which led him to his nickname “The Clown” or “El Payaso”. The nickname supported his joyful playstyle. His Hero card is expected to focus on agility and dribbling skills. He is generally played as a Centre-Attack Midfielder, with quick passes and technical plays. He has a rating of 85.

 

Possible Additions to the Heroes

One more Hero is expected to join the lineup of 8 Heroes; after that, players will have nine Heroes. Among the three players of Bayern Munich: Stefan Effenberg, Claudio Pizarro, and Giovane Elber, one of them will join the eight Heroes. One of them can be introduced through a campaign event or SBCs. With the introduction of one more Hero, players will get more variety to build their squad, and some players might also buy FC 26 coins to get their favorite Hero faster and build a strong team with them. These Heroes will help players try out new combinations with them in the League.

Release of the Heroes by EA

Players should expect the release of Heroes over the course of the season; they won’t be available all at once. Players can expect their release as:

• To chase the goals and keep the players engaged throughout the season, the Heroes are expected to be released at the beginning of the season.
• Some Heroes are expected to be released through Campaign Events and SBCs, where players might have to complete challenges and build specific squads, respectively, to gain the Hero cards.
• The Heroes will not receive any upgrades in FC 26 since pre-order upgrades are not a part of this season, but there is always a possibility that players can receive strong versions of the Heroes.

Impact of Heroes on Ultimate Team

Since the heroes have different roles, they prove highly useful in the Ultimate Team. Necib and Aimar prove good in the midfield with their passing skills to unlock the defense.  Salgado and De Rossi are strong options for the defensive role in the Ultimate Team. Quaresma for Wing and Zamorano as a strong striker, and finally Scott and Laudehr for balancing and linking between attack and defense. Players can also notice a difference between Heroes and Icons, as Icons are the greatest players of all time, whereas Heroes are just below that level. Heroes are represented as fan favorite players with a strong background. To build an Ultimate Team, icons can be used flexibly anywhere, whereas the Heroes are used to link players from the same nation or team.

Conclusion

Bringing the new Heroes to FC 26 introduces depth to the gameplay with a hint of Nostalgia. Every hero brings a different skill set and qualities with them, starting from the creativity of Necib’s gameplay to the strong leadership of De Rossi. Using this guide, players can get an overview of the eight main Heroes being released in FC 26, they can get a glimpse of their playstyle, ways they can be released, and their impact on the Ultimate Team. Including these Heroes in the squad will help players to understand the essence of football history and how it connects to the new age of football.