EA FC 25 Icons List

FC 25 introduces a stellar roster of Icons, featuring some of the most legendary footballers in the history of the sport. These players have left an indelible mark on football through their extraordinary performances and countless accolades. The Icons List for FC 25 includes stars from both the men’s and women’s games, celebrating their contributions to football at the club and international levels. Let’s take a closer look at some of the newest Icons added to FC 25.

1. Gareth Bale

Gareth Bale

Gareth Bale’s rise to prominence began in the Premier League with Tottenham Hotspur, where his incredible form during the 2012–13 season earned him the Player of the Season award. His blistering speed, powerful left foot, and ability to score from anywhere on the pitch caught the attention of Europe’s biggest clubs. Bale’s move to Real Madrid in 2013 propelled him to new heights, where he won three LaLiga titles and an astonishing five UEFA Champions League trophies. Bale retired as Wales’ most capped player and all-time top scorer, leaving behind a legacy that includes a fourth-place finish at UEFA EURO 2016 and qualification for the 2022 FIFA World Cup™.

2. Gianluigi Buffon

Gianluigi Buffon

Gianluigi Buffon is one of the greatest goalkeepers in football history, with a career spanning over two decades. The Italian shot-stopper first made a name for himself with Parma, helping the club win the 1998–99 UEFA Cup. Buffon’s legendary career took off when he joined Juventus, where he would go on to win 10 Serie A titles, seven of them consecutively between 2011–12 and 2017–18. His crowning achievement came in 2006, when he led Italy to victory in the FIFA World Cup™, a performance that earned him second place in the Ballon d’Or rankings that year. Buffon’s ability to perform at the highest level across three different decades makes him an undisputed football Icon.

3. Lotta Schelin

Lotta Schelin

Lotta Schelin was a prolific goal-scorer and a pioneer for Swedish women’s football. Her bold decision to join Olympique Lyonnais in 2008 helped elevate the club into one of Europe’s elite teams. Schelin’s lethal finishing helped OL win three UEFA Women’s Champions League titles and dominate French domestic football with eight league crowns. She retired as Sweden’s all-time top scorer, having led her nation to a third-place finish at the 2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup™ and becoming an inspiration for the next generation of female footballers.

4. Marinette Pichon

Marinette Pichon

Marinette Pichon was a trailblazer in women’s football, becoming the first French player to compete in a fully professional women’s league in the United States. Pichon joined the Philadelphia Charge in 2002, where she won the league’s MVP Award in her debut season, outperforming a field of international stars. On the international stage, Pichon led France to their first-ever FIFA Women’s World Cup™ appearance in 2003, where she scored the first goal in Les Bleues’ history at the tournament. Pichon remains a revered figure in French football.

5. Lilian Thuram

Lilian Thuram

Lilian Thuram will forever be remembered for his heroics during France’s 1998 FIFA World Cup™ triumph. His defensive solidity and versatility were on full display in the semi-final against Croatia, where he scored a stunning brace to secure France’s spot in the final. Thuram’s contributions earned him the Bronze Ball as the tournament’s third-best player. Over his illustrious career, Thuram also won UEFA EURO 2000 with France, the 1998–99 UEFA Cup with Parma, and two Serie A titles with Juventus. His ability to excel at right-back and center-back made him one of the most dependable defenders of his generation.

6. Julie Foudy

Julie Foudy

Julie Foudy was one of the pillars of the United States Women’s National Team (USWNT) during their early dominance in international football. She made her international debut at just 17 years old and was a key figure in the USWNT’s victory at the inaugural FIFA Women’s World Cup™ in 1991. Foudy played an instrumental role in the team’s dramatic second World Cup victory on home soil in 1999, a moment that captivated the nation and helped pave the way for professional women’s football in the U.S. Foudy’s leadership, work rate, and intelligence on the pitch cement her legacy as one of football’s greatest Icons.

7. Aya Miyama

Aya Miyama

Aya Miyama was the driving force behind Japan’s historic 2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup™ victory. Miyama’s calmness under pressure and precise passing helped the “Nadeshiko” overcome a heavily favored United States team in the final. Miyama scored a crucial equalizer in regular time and provided the assist for the last-minute extra-time goal that took the game into penalties. Japan went on to win the shootout, making Miyama a national hero. Her technical ability and determination have left a lasting impact on Japanese football.

8. Nadine Angerer

Nadine Angerer

Nadine Angerer redefined the role of the goalkeeper in women’s football. After excelling at the club level with Turbine Potsdam, Angerer took center stage at the 2007 FIFA Women’s World Cup™, where she made history by not conceding a single goal throughout the tournament. Her crowning moment came in the final when she saved a penalty from Brazilian superstar Marta, leading Germany to their second consecutive world title. In 2013, Angerer won the UEFA Women’s EURO with Germany and was subsequently named the FIFA World Player of the Year, becoming the first goalkeeper — male or female — to receive the prestigious award.

Conclusion

The FC 25 Icons List is a testament to the incredible talent, dedication, and impact of these football legends. From Gareth Bale’s heroics in Europe to Julie Foudy’s leadership in the rise of women’s football, each Icon has left an indelible mark on the sport. The inclusion of these Icons in FC 25 allows players to experience the magic of these legends in Ultimate Team™ and celebrate their incredible achievements on the virtual pitch. Whether you’re building your squad or simply looking to honor the history of football, these Icons represent the best of the beautiful game.

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