# ‘EA Sports FC’ Sets World Cup Recordbreaker Kylian Mbappé as New Cover Athlete (Gaming News Roundup)

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/ea-sports-fc-sets-world-cup-recordbreaker-kylian-mbappe-as-new-cover-athlete-gaming-news-roundup/
- Published: 2026-07-22T14:02:10+00:00
- Updated: 2026-07-22T14:15:42+00:00
- Original publisher: Variety
- Original article: https://variety.com/2026/gaming/news/gaming-news-roundup-week-of-july-20-1236817576/
- Topics: Art, Culture, Entertainment, Gaming

## Key points

- Mbappé returns as "EA Sports FC 27" cover star after four years away
- Comes after he broke Messi's World Cup goal record
- Game trailer due Thursday, 23 July at 9am PT

## Summary

Electronic Arts has named French footballer Kylian Mbappé as the cover athlete for "EA Sports FC 27," marking his return to the franchise after a four-year absence. The choice follows a standout period for Mbappé, who joined Real Madrid in 2024 and recently broke Lionel Messi's all-time World Cup goal-scoring record after netting his 22nd tournament goal.

Mbappé will feature on the "FC 27" Ultimate Edition and the game's mobile version, with both Mbappé and EA Sports FC vice-president Jeff Sharma issuing statements welcoming his return. A trailer for the game is set to be revealed on Thursday, 23 July, at 9am PT.

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