EA FC 26 TOTW 16 Predictions And All Contenders

As EA Sports FC 26 climbs the popularity ladder, welcoming new players every day and pampering the long running player base since the FIFA times, one thing has always been the key attraction for the players - the TOTW or the Team of the Week drop. We are currently on the 15th week and as the date for the TOTW’s 16th week drop comes near, players can’t hold their excitement anymore. To relieve that stress and curiosity, let’s follow LDShop, as we have made the prediction table on which players have the highest chance to be featured in the TOTW 16.

What is TOTW

For players who are unaware of the Team of the Week release, it is a weekly event where the creators drop a lineup of players who are selected through their real time performance. Most of the players in this lineup are always the highlight players of the following week. The TOTW is a crucial mini event which plays a significant role in defining the meta for the Ultimate Team in FC 26.

Release Date

Following the usual schedule of the Team of the Week drop, players will be able to witness this week’s TOTW lineup release by Wednesday 31st December, 2025.

Predictions for TOTW 16

There are 3 different sections of the TOTW card lineup:

• Starting XI
• Substitutes
• Contenders

And the predictions have been made on the basis of their real time performance in the leagues and matches. Buy FC 26 coins to purchase these amazing player cards. The best platform to make the top-up is LDShop, it lets players top up for less and it is a great way to save money.​

TOTW 16 Starting XI

• Starting off the list, we have Mike Maigan with his insane goalkeeping that secured them a clean sheet, making him a top goalkeeper of this week.
• Marc Geuhi for his consistent 7.3 rating, clean sheets matches and insane defending pressure + a goal from him.
• Santiago Bueno for his 1 goal against the mighty Liverpool which helped the team gain some momentum.
• Aitor Ruibal for his 2 goals in Real Betis’ 4-0 victory against Getafe.
• Patric Dorgu for his victory-defining goal to claim a 1-0 win in the MUN vs Newcastle match.
• TIjjani Rejinders for his 1 goal in the Man City vs Nottm Forest match where MCI won with a 2-1 score.
• Christopher Nkuku for his double goal in a clean sheet 3-0 win against Verona.
• Rayan Cherki for his 1 goal in the Man City vs Nottm Forest match where MCI won with a 2-1 score.
• Ollie Watkins with a double goal in a dominating 2-1 match against Chelsea
• Kevin Schade for his 3 goals contribution in the 4-1 victory match against Bournemouth.
• Nicolas Jackson for his 2 out of 3 goals in the AFCON match against Botswana.

Player Name	POS	Current OVR	TOTW OVR	Country	Club
Mike Maigan	GK	87	88	France	ACM
Marc Guehi	CB	82	84	England	CPFC
Santiago Bueno	CB	76	80	Uruguay	WOL
Aitor Ruibal	RB	77	82	Spain	BET
Patric Dorgu	LB	74	78	Denmark	MUN
Tijjani Rejinders	CM	86	88	Netherlands	MCI
Christopher Nkunku	CAM	81	85	France	ACM
Rayan Cherki	RW	81	85	France	MCI
Ollie Watkins	ST	84	88	England	AVL
Kevin Schade	LM	78	85	Germany	BRE
Nicolas jackson	ST	80	84	Senegal	CHE

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TOTW 16 Substitutes

For the Substitutes, we have a high chance of seeing the following players:

• Ademola Lookman for his 1 goal and 2 assists in the AFCON group stage match against Tunisia, securing them the winner spot of the group.
• Florian Wirtz with his 1 goal against Wolves in the Premier League.
• Martin Odegaard with his 1 victory defining goal in the Arsenal vs Brighton match.
• David Neres with his double goal in a clean sheet 2-0 win in the Supercoppa Final, securing them a win against Bologna.
• Joao Pedro for his exceptional play and 1 goal in the Chelsea vs Aston Villa match.
• Elias Achouri with his exceptional 9.5 rating for the intense 3-1 match against Uganda where he scored 2 out of 3 goals.
• Benjamin Nygren with his double goal in the 4-2 victory against Livingston.

Player Name	POS	Current OVR	TOTW OVR	Country	Club
Ademola Lookman	ST	84	87	Nigeria	ATA
Florian Wirtz	CAM	89	91	Germany	LIV
David Neres	LW	81	85	Brazil	NAP
Elias Achouri	LM	72	80	Tunisia	CPH
Martin Odegaard	CM	87	89	Norway	ARS
Joao Pedro	ST	79	82	Brazil	CHE
Benjamin Nygren	CM	72	80	Sweden	CEL

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TOTW 16 Contenders

Wrapping up the lineup, the contender players are:

• Victor Osimhen – 1 goal for Nigeria in the AFCON 2025, making them the group winners.
• Antoine Semenyo – 1 goal and 1 assist for AFC Bournemouth.
• Nicolas Paz Martinez for his match winning goal and match influence in Como 1907’s victory.
• Mohamed Saleh - 1 goal and 1 assist in a commanding win against LIV FC.

Player Name	POS	Current OVR	TOTW OVR	Country	Club
Victor Osimhen	ST	87	89	Nigeria	GAL
Antoine Semenyo	RM	80	82	Ghana	BOU
Nicolas Paz Martinez	CAM	79	82	Argentina	COM
Mohamed Saleh	RW	91	92	Egypt	LIV

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Conclusion

In conclusion, the TOTW 16’s prediction has evaluated that the mentioned players will be featured in the lineup this week due to their outstanding performances throughout their matches and leagues.