The world of virtual football is buzzing with excitement as reliable leaks confirm the highly anticipated return of Mexico’s Liga MX to the EA Sports FC franchise in FC 26. This news marks a significant moment for fans, especially those who enjoy the Career Mode, as the premier Mexican division and all its official licenses were recently removed from Konami's eFootball 2025 game. Liga MX has been notably absent from all EA FC games since its last appearance in FIFA 22, meaning players haven't been able to engage with any Mexican league in recent titles. Now, it's "almost official" that the league is making a grand comeback.
The Landmark Deal: Full Licensing and Exclusive Clubs
EA Sports has successfully "swooped in" to secure a five-year agreement to bring Liga MX back to the EA FC franchise. This deal is reportedly "pretty much finalized" and "closed" , with only an official announcement from EA Sports and Liga MX pending. The agreement includes a review of results after three years, ensuring mutual satisfaction and potentially extending the collaboration for the full five-year term if both parties are content. While specific figures remain undisclosed, reports suggest that the American company paid a "million-dollar amount" to secure this partnership.
Crucially, the league will be fully licensed, encompassing all 18 of its clubs. Beyond full league inclusion, EA is also reportedly aiming for exclusive deals with six prominent clubs:
Club América
Chivas
Cruz Azul
CF Monterrey
Pumas
Tigres
These are some of the most popular and successful teams in Liga MX, including three of the "big four" Mexican clubs: América, Cruz Azul, and Pumas. Monterrey has also demonstrated strong performances in the Club World Cup 2025. These exclusive partnerships, or "partnerships," mean these clubs will receive greater priority, potentially including their actual stadiums, detailed player scans, and full rights to their logos and players' likenesses.
Impact and Future Expectations for EA FC 26
The return of Liga MX is undoubtedly "fantastic news" for Mexican fans and Liga MX enthusiasts worldwide. For Career Mode fans, it offers another rich league to explore and fully immerse themselves in.
This development also fuels broader hopes within the EA FC community. Players are optimistic that more licenses previously held exclusively by Konami's eFootball will now make their way to FC 26. There are specific hopes for the return of Bayern Munich's Allianz Arena , and many players, particularly those invested in Career Mode, are also eager for the inclusion of all major clubs from Italy’s Serie A.
EA Sports Senior Producer Samuel Rivera has publicly commented on EA FC 26, emphasizing that the game will be "very different" from its predecessor. He stated that EA has "never worked so closely with the community," giving "a huge priority to exactly what the community has told us they want us to improve in the game." Rivera highlighted a significant difference when playing the new game compared to the old one, suggesting an unprecedented leap in quality and community integration.
Expanding the Latin American Horizon
Beyond Liga MX, there's growing excitement for other Latin American leagues in FC 26. Information suggests that the Liga Chilena and certain Brazilian clubs could also be featured. A generic "Liga Chile" has already been added to the game's database, coinciding with Konami reportedly losing licenses for prominent Chilean clubs like Colo Colo and Universidad de Chile. For Brazilian clubs, while licensing can be complex due to individual player rights, there are indications that some clubs, potentially the four participating in the Club World Cup, could be 100% licensed. There are also mentions of the Liga Argentina potentially being included. This collective movement signals that EA Sports is "turning its attention to the Latin community" after years of less focus on Latin American football.
Conclusion
The confirmed return of Liga MX to FC 26 is a monumental development for the EA Sports FC franchise and its dedicated fanbase. With full licensing and exclusive club deals, players can anticipate a deeply authentic and immersive experience. This news, coupled with promises of strong community integration and significant gameplay improvements from EA Sports, builds immense anticipation for the next iteration of the game.
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