EA FC 26 Cornerstones Promo Players and Ratings

• Posted by ZhangLi Li September 26, 2025 Filed in Sports #buy cheap FC 26 Coins  112 views
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  The EA FC 26 Ultimate Team season has kicked off with the launch of the innovative Cornerstones promo, introducing some of the most exciting young talents in world football. These cards are designed to be the foundation of your squad, offering dynamic upgrades based on real-world performances. For players looking to start strong, securing one of these items can be a game-changer, especially when paired with smart investment in FC 26 Coins to build a competitive roster early.

  The defining feature of the Cornerstones promo is its live upgrade system. Each featured player can earn up to two significant boosts over their next four domestic league matches. This creates a direct link between your Ultimate Team and actual football results, adding excitement and strategy to team building. The upgrade conditions are:

  • Upgrade 1 (+1 OVR): Achieved if the player’s club wins at least two of their next four league matches.
  • Upgrade 2 (+1 OVR & new PlayStyle+): Earned if the player scores or assists three goals across those matches.

  Players can secure both upgrades, resulting in a +2 overall rating increase and an additional PlayStyle+, turning strong starters into elite performers. Choosing who to invest in depends on both individual talent and team form.

  Below is the complete list of Cornerstones Team 1 players available in packs for a limited time:

  Player Name	Club	Position	Cornerstones Rating	Key PlayStyles+
  Jude Bellingham	Real Madrid	CM	89	Technical, Relentless
  William Saliba	Arsenal	CB	87	Anticipate, Jockey
  Lamine Yamal	FC Barcelona	RW	86	Rapid, Trickster
  Florian Wirtz	Bayer Leverkusen	CAM	88	Incisive Pass, Flair
  Khvicha Kvaratskhelia	Napoli	LW	88	Finesse Shot, First Touch
  Warren Zaïre-Emery	Paris Saint-Germain	CM	85	Intercept, Press Proven
  Jeremie Frimpong	Bayer Leverkusen	RWB	86	Whipped Pass, Quick Step
  Rasmus Højlund	Manchester United	ST	85	Power Shot, Aerial

  Among these, three stand out as early must-haves:

  • Jude Bellingham: A complete midfielder with elite all-round stats and PlayStyles+ Technical and Relentless. Real Madrid’s strong form makes him a top candidate for both upgrades.
  • Lamine Yamal: A pacey winger with Rapid and Trickster PlayStyles+, ideal for skill-based attacks. His role at Barcelona gives him high upgrade potential.
  • William Saliba: A dominant CB with Anticipate and Jockey PlayStyles+, likely to benefit from Arsenal’s winning record.

  Beyond pack pulls, EA has included accessible options for all players:

  SBC Player – Xavi Simons (CAM, 87 OVR)

  Available through a Squad Building Challenge, Xavi Simons offers agility and creative passing, with Dead Ball and Tiki Taka PlayStyles+. Perfect for Bundesliga or Dutch hybrids, his upgrade eligibility makes him a strong long-term option.

  Objectives Player – Cole Palmer (RW, 86 OVR)

  Earnable for free via objectives, Palmer’s card features excellent shooting and dribbling, plus the Trivela PlayStyle+. Tasks include:

  • Score 8 goals with Premier League players.
  • Assist 5 goals with English players.
  • Win 6 matches with at least 3 Premier League starters.
  • Play 10 matches in any Ultimate Team mode.

  Palmer is a valuable addition for early squads, offering strong chemistry links and upgrade potential. Securing him while balancing your resources is a smart move, especially when combined with strategic use of FC 26 Coins buy  to strengthen your team for the long season ahead.