EA Sports FC 26 Refreshes Ultimate Team Mode - Tournaments, Rivals, Champions, And More

Recently, the latest news about EA Sports FC 26 stated that players can fully experience the highly anticipated Ultimate Team mode, which is more competitive and diverse than before.

FC 26 players have long loved Ultimate Team mode, and they are eagerly awaiting its latest changes. Below, we’ll detail the innovative changes to FC 26’s Ultimate Team mode.

1. Tournaments

FUT 26 has returned to the new Tournaments mode, which many players consider a core mode. This time, Tournaments consists of three rounds of matches, held every two weeks, with up to five matches per round.

FIFA Ultimate Team’s Tournaments mode also returns to its traditional knockout style. This tournament features a completely new format and schedule, with up to four rounds. If you lose a round, you will be eliminated, so the competition is very exciting and wonderful.

The newly added Gauntlet feature in Tournaments mode requires a unique lineup for each match, including all substitutes. The developers’ primary goal is to test your ability to manage lineups in various scenarios and their performance in the match.

Unlike knockout mode, Tournaments mode allows you to complete the entire tournament regardless of the outcome. Winning each match earns you a reward, and the more you win, the greater the rewards. Therefore, it’s crucial to carefully plan your team’s lineup before each match and how to adapt to changing conditions on the field.

Because each match in FC 26 requires a different lineup, players will need to explore a wider range of team combinations. Observing the lineups and play in each match may influence the overall composition of your final team.

Therefore, if you want to make your players more powerful, you can spend FIFA 26 Coins to increase their ratings and thus have a better chance of winning matches.

2. Rivals

FUT 26’s recent changes to Rivals are particularly notable, with Bounties and Limited Checkpoints being two examples.

Bounties

Bounties are randomly triggered challenges that can occur during Rivals matches. Each successful completion of a Bounty will earn your rewards, including Rivals Points, Champion Qualification Points, Coins, and more, which can even help you advance faster.

Bounties are awarded for various reasons, such as scoring the first goal of the match or helping your team score multiple goals in a match.

Even if your team loses the match, Bounty can still be completed, and you can still compete for the rewards.

Limited Checkpoints

Limited Checkpoints are a new, breakable checkpoint format. Simply put, they automatically calculate your losses during gameplay. Once losses reach a certain limit, you’ll be demoted to avoid further losses. You can also check your maximum number of losses, with each check varying depending on your situation. Your opponent will also be notified if you’re on a winning or losing streak.

3. Champions & Challengers

Although Playoffs have been eliminated from FC 26 and are no longer part of Championship, players can still earn Champion Qualification Points directly.

EA FC 26 has added Challengers, an innovative Champions mode with specialized gameplay and limited rewards. It’s a new Weekend League mode designed for lower-ranked players.

Previously, Weekend League consisted of players advancing through Championship Qualifiers and reaching the finals. However, this revamp aims to provide a competitive experience for players who didn’t qualify for the standard Champions League but still crave a challenging environment.

While this mismatched high-level league format can lead to a losing streak, it may further fuel your passion for the game and create a new experience. It also ensures that Champions League remains a top-tier competitive competition in FC 26.

4. RUSH Match Outcomes

Players know that experiencing disconnection from teammates or opponents during gameplay is irresponsible and degrades the overall gaming experience. To address this, FC 26 developers have implemented a feature that will deem you the winner if your opponent withdraws from the match or disconnects in a tied match. While this may not completely resolve the issue, it is a positive step forward.

These are some of the innovative changes to FIFA Ultimate Team. Personally, I hope the developers consider bringing the skill level of Challengers mode closer to that of the current Weekend League. This will allow players to experience the fun of the game while also allowing them to compete against Champions in a more competitive division.