Saudi Arabia's Green Falcons Take Flight in EA SPORTS FC 26

A Historic Licensing Deal

Saudi Arabia's Football Federation has signed a licensing and marketing partnership with EA SPORTS FC, which will see the men's national team join EA SPORTS FC 26, a move that confirms Saudi football's standing and marks debut on virtual pitch in the FC series.

What It Means For Players and Fans

Under the deal, the national team will join EA SPORTS FC 26 in its full current lineup, letting players worldwide represent the Kingdom in game.

As part of the partnership, the Green Falcons' logo, kits, and players' images will be faithfully represented in EA SPORTS FC 26, ensuring a realistic fan experience and placing the team on virtual pitch for the first time.

Majed Al-Sahib, the Secretary General Assistant of the Saudi Football Federation, noted that the deal extends the Kingdom's strides in esports, now a magnet for a new generation of fans. He said Saudi pride in the sector reflects broader international interest, and that electronic sports have become a core cultural pillar for the country. He added that the national team's participation will bring interactive pride to fans.

Furthermore, Al-Sahib noted the partnership will give millions at home and abroad a chance to experience this pride in an engaging, interactive way and to global glory.

James Salmon, EA SPORTS FC's Senior Partnerships Marketing Director, welcomed the Saudi team to FC 26. He said the Green Falcons are among the most dynamic and exciting national teams in football, and adding them to FC 26 reflects a continued commitment to authentic football experiences that resonate with players globally, bringing the kingdom into focus.

Saudi team is accessible to all players in FC 26.

Punchline: If they score in FC 26, the referee might demand a Wi‑Fi timeout.

Punchline 2: And if the crowd goes wild, my pizza app goes offline in solidarity.