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Key Takeaways

EA FC 26 ratings dropped and players are furious — Modric got an 85, which is criminal
The most disrespectful ratings aren't just low, they're actively insulting given recent performances
Some ratings EA got right — but only about three of them

The EA FC 26 player ratings are here and honestly, some of them feel like a personal attack. We went through every single reveal and ranked the 10 most disrespectful ratings — from mildly annoying to absolutely criminal. Your favorite player probably got disrespected. Sorry in advance.

The Annual Ritual

Every year, EA drops their ratings like they're handing out grades. And every year, millions of fans scream at their screens. It's tradition at this point. But FC 26? FC 26 hit different. The downgrades were brutal. The overratings were suspicious. And somehow, the players who carried their teams got penalized for it.

We're not reviewing these ratings. We're prosecuting them. Here are the 10 most disrespectful player ratings in EA FC 26, ranked from "come on now" to "EA please explain."

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#10: Bernardo Silva — 89 (Should Be: 87)

We're starting with an overrating because disrespect goes both ways. Bernardo Silva at 89? After a season where he was good but not THAT good? This isn't a knock on Bernardo — he's class. But 89 puts him alongside players who had objectively better seasons. It inflates the curve for everyone.

Should be: 87. Two points down, still world-class, just honest.

#9: Kingsley Coman — 82 (Should Be: 84)

Coman was one of Bayern's most consistent attackers last season. His pace and dribbling created chances game after game. EA's response? An 82. That's the same rating as players who start half the matches. Coman starts nearly every game and produces. This one felt lazy.

Should be: 84. Not asking for the moon, just basic respect.

#8: Achraf Hakimi — 85 (Should Be: 87)

Hakimi won the Champions League with PSG. He was arguably their most important player outside of the attacking core. His overlapping runs, his defensive work, his pure athleticism — it was all elite. And EA gave him an 85. That's two points below where he should be for a player who just won the biggest trophy in club football.

"An 84? For HIM? EA is out of their minds."

Should be: 87. Champions League winners deserve better.

#7: Pedri — 86 (Should Be: 88)

Pedri played more minutes than almost anyone at Barcelona last season. He controlled games. He was the heartbeat of their midfield. And EA looked at all that and said, "Yeah, 86 seems right." No. It doesn't seem right. It seems like EA watched three matches and called it a day.

Should be: 88. The kid ran Barcelona's midfield. Show some respect.

#6: Luka Modric — 85 (Should Be: 87)

Here's where it gets criminal. Luka Modric, at 40 years old, was still starting for Real Madrid in Champions League knockouts. He was still dictating tempo. Still making passes that younger players can only dream of. And EA gave him an 85. A two-point downgrade from an ageless wonder who showed zero signs of decline.

Should be: 87. The man defies aging. His rating shouldn't.

#5: Virgil van Dijk — 89 (Should Be: 91)

VVD was the best defender in the Premier League last season. Not top three. The best. He led Liverpool's backline with authority, won aerial duels like they were a joke, and rarely put a foot wrong. EA's response? An 89 — the same rating as players he was clearly better than. When the best defender in the league isn't rated like the best defender in the game, something's off.

Should be: 91. Defenders deserve love too.

"The only thing lower than this rating is EA's respect for defenders."

#4: Vinicius Jr — 91 (Should Be: 93)

Vinicius Jr was arguably the best player in the world last season. His performances in La Liga and the Champions League were otherworldly. He terrorized every defender he faced. And EA gave him a 91. Sure, that sounds high — but Mbappe got a 93. Are we really saying Vinicius is two points behind? Based on what? Vibes?

Should be: 93. If Mbappe gets 93, Vini gets 93. That's just math.

#3: Antonio Rudiger — 83 (Should Be: 86)

Okay, this one is genuinely insulting. Rudiger was Real Madrid's most important defender last season. Not even close. He started every big game, shut down every top striker, and was arguably the best defender in the Champions League knockout stages. EA gave him an 83. An 83! That's the same rating as squad rotation players. This isn't a rating. It's a personal attack.

Should be: 86. Three points. That's all we're asking.

#2: Mohamed Salah — 87 (Should Be: 90)

Salah had one of the best individual seasons in Premier League history. Goals, assists, carried Liverpool week after week. He was unplayable. And EA looked at all that production and said, "You know what? 87." Three points below where he should be. For a player who was the best in the league. This isn't just disrespectful — it's delusional.

"This isn't a rating, it's a personal attack."

Should be: 90. Elite seasons deserve elite ratings. It's that simple.

#1: Rodri — 88 (Should Be: 92)

And here it is. The most disrespectful rating in FC 26 history. Rodri. The best midfielder on the planet. The player who won the Ballon d'Or. The man who controls every single game he plays. EA gave him an 88. Let that sink in. The Ballon d'Or winner got an 88. Meanwhile, attackers who didn't win anything got 90+.

This isn't just the most disrespectful rating of FC 26. It might be the most disrespectful rating EA has ever handed out. Rodri is the best midfielder in the world and EA rated him like he's having a decent season. He's not having a decent season. He's having an all-time career.

Should be: 92. Anything less is a crime against football.

The Ratings EA Got Right (Plot Twist — Only 3)

To be fair, not EVERY rating was wrong. A few actually made sense. Mbappe at 93 is fair — he's the best player in the game right now. Bellingham at 90 reflects his quality even if he probably deserves 91. And Haaland at 91 is about right for a striker who scores every time he breathes.

Three correct ratings out of hundreds. EA, you're really outdoing yourselves.

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Which rating made you scream at your screen? Drop it below.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the worst FC 26 ratings?

The most disrespected ratings in FC 26 include Rodri at 88, Salah at 87, and Rudiger at 83 — all significant downgrades from their real-world performances.

Who is overrated in FC 26?

Some players received suspiciously high ratings despite inconsistent seasons — Bernardo Silva at 89 and Antoine Griezmann at 88 raised eyebrows among fans.

Which players got downgraded in FC 26?

Notable downgrades include Modric (-2), Salah (-2), and Rudiger (-3), despite all having strong seasons for their clubs.

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