EA FC 26 Update 1.2.0 Overview

It’s been almost two months since EA Sports FC 26 launched, and the community has had mixed feelings about how the game plays. Players have constantly voiced frustrations over sluggish gameplay, overly strong defending AI, and matches feeling dull overall.

Now, EA have released Title Update 1.2.0, which aims to address several of those complaints while introducing improvements across all modes from Ultimate Team to Career Mode and Clubs.

The full patch notes are now live on the EASFC Tracker you can view all the update details here.

Here's a breakdown of the major changes and what they could mean for the game.

Gameplay Changes

Attacking

• Reduced accuracy for Acrobatic shots after flicks.
• AI teammates now make more attacking runs into the box.
• Strikers will better support counter attacks.
• Wingers will push into open space instead of dropping deep.
• Through passes and crosses now respond more accurately to player input.

Defending

• AI defenders now mark a bit less aggressively around the box.
• Improved man-marking during short corners.

Goalkeeping

• Goalkeepers are smarter about when to catch or punch crosses.
• Better decision-making when diving near dribblers.
• Reduced overcommitting on far-post saves.
• Fixed CPU GKs taking unnecessary touches before passing.

General Fixes

• Improved player switching accuracy.
• Refined referee foul logic.
• Addressed unresponsive animations and visual issues.
• [Competitive Gameplay Only] Fixed players becoming stuck during certain animations.

EA’s effort to regularly communicate with players even holding Discord polls for gameplay feedback initially seemed like a step forward. However, some fans now argue that the constant changes have made the experience inconsistent and unpredictable.

With this new patch, the big question remains: Can Update 1.2.0 bring back the excitement that FC 26 had at launch?

EA’s commitment to community feedback is clear, but the community’s patience might be running thin.