Kylian Mbappé is the EA Sports FC 27 Ultimate Edition cover athlete, marking his return to the cover after four years

Kylian Mbappé, the star for France and Real Madrid, has been announced as the cover athlete for the EA Sports FC 27 Ultimate Edition. This marks his return to the cover after four years, having last appeared on FIFA 23. While the boxart is currently available, a full reveal featuring a trailer and further information is scheduled for Thursday, 23rd July 2026. The announcement follows the player's recent efforts to overturn a significant half-time lead.