The EA Sports FC 26 wonderkids have been revealed.
The full ratings for EA Sports FC 26 dropped in September, with Kylian Mbappe and Mohamed Salah the top-rated players in the game – but when it comes to the stars of tomorrow, there's plenty to be excited for.
Here at FourFourTwo, our gaming experts have trawled through over 600 of the highest-rated wonderkids in EA Sports FC 26 to bring you the complete list of who to sign in Career Mode, with our picks for men's and women's players with 80-rated potential.
FourFourTwo's picks
The best EA Sports FC 26 wonderkids to sign, according to the experts
Lamine Yamal has the highest potential of any wonderkid in FC 26 with 95 – but there are several other players worth picking up… starting with Igor Tyjon and Lawrence Wong.
Tyjon and Wong are the two players with the highest growth of any men's player in the game this year, as they start off at 57 and 56 respectively, but can reach 82 and 81 – and keep an eye on Pedro Villalba, Francis Onyeka and Luke Brooke-Smith who all mature into world-class players from humble beginnings.
If you're looking for skill wizards who are actually attainable to sign, look no further than Julien Duranville, who starts at a 72-rating but matures into an 87-rating – while Maurice Krattenmacher is an interesting pick: the attacking midfielder has a 5-star weak foot and goes from 69 to 83.
Elsewhere, Gustavo Sa is extremely well-rounded, while Kees Smit and Ayyoub Bouaddi are affordable options in midfield who become world-class stars over time.
For the women's players, Linda Caicedo is the obvious star – but Giulia Dragoni is a future superstar who may be affordale to WSL clubs, starting at a 71-rating and becoming 90-rated over time.
Goalkeeper Gabriela Sobotkova is a must-sign from Czech Republic with potential growth from 55 to 81, while Ajax pairing Bo van Egmond and Mirte van Koppen both have impressive potentials – and look out for Silvia Lloris, one of the most well-rounded defenders in the game, who becomes a world-class addition to your backline.
Men's
Remember that you can use the search bar at the top of the table to look for a specific player, or to find all the players from a particular club: you can also sort the stats by overall stats, too, along with growth, contract or age.
Women's
FAQs
What is a wonderkid in EA Sports FC?
A wonderkid is a young, high-potential player. These are players who have a lower overall rating at the start of the game but are expected to develop significantly, often reaching world-class status, in the Career Mode. They are highly sought after by players looking to build a long-term, dominant squad without the massive transfer fees of established superstars.
What ages are wonderkids in EA Sports FC?
Wonderkids are generally considered to be players who are 21 years old or younger at the beginning of a Career Mode save. The youngest players are often the most appealing to managers as they have the most time to grow and develop.
How do you find wonderkids in EA Sports FC 26 Career Mode?
The most effective way to find wonderkids is through the scouting network. Set up a recruitment focus to scout young players with ‘Exciting Prospect’ or ‘Showing Great Potential’ statuses. You can also manually search for players by setting age filters (e.g., 16-21 years old) and filtering for high potential ratings. Many online guides and databases also provide comprehensive lists of the best wonderkids in each game.
How do you develop a wonderkid to reach their full potential?
To help a wonderkid reach their potential, it's crucial to give them regular game time. Playing them consistently in matches allows their overall rating to increase. You can also accelerate their growth by assigning them to a specific development plan in the training menu. A loan spell can be a good option for players who aren't getting enough minutes in your squad, as it ensures they continue to receive experience and improve.
