EA FC 26 update 1.000.004 is available to download on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. According to the official FC 26 version 1.000.004 patch notes, the latest fine-tunes Low Driven Shots, enhances AI attacking support and positioning, and improves Career Mode stability. Apart from this, FC 26 patch 1.000.004 also updates Goalkeeper UI, and addresses key PC display and controller issues.
FC 26 1.000.004 Patch Notes – September 25, 2025
Title Update 1.0.2 – Summary
- Low Driven Shots tuned for reduced accuracy with excessive power.
- AI Attacking improvements including smarter runs, positioning, and offside awareness.
- Career Mode fix for players incorrectly leaving clubs when simming.
- Be A Goalkeeper UI update with dive indicators and input adjustments.
- PC fixes for borderless display performance and controller responsiveness.
Gameplay
Shooting & Passing
- Low Driven Shots tuned to be less accurate when overpowered.
- Driven Ground Passes tuned to be less accurate, especially in difficult situations (e.g., 180° first-time passes).
- Fixed instances of incorrect lace shot animations.
- Improved Ground Pass targeting to reduce passes falling behind receivers.
AI Attacking Support
- Increased winger runs into the box.
- Wing Backs no longer drop too deep in possession.
- Improved offside awareness for teammates.
- Players more likely to run into open space.
- Better positioning with low defensive depth settings.
- Center Backs less likely to drift wide when marking.
- False Backs transition more intelligently to defense.
Be A Goalkeeper
- New dive indicator shows incoming shot direction.
- Camera Pan input updated to prevent conflicts.
- Continued improvements to Goalkeeper save responsiveness.
Authentic Gameplay
- Reduced heavy touches when sprinting in wet weather.
Ultimate Team
- Fixed issue preventing entry into multiplayer after Co-Op invite.
- Corrected misaligned Player Item portraits in Squad screen.
- Fixed stability issue after completing Onboarding and viewing Squad.
Career Mode
- Fixed bug where players could leave the club when simming through calendar.
General, Audio & Visual
- Updated star heads, kits, and placeholder assets.
- Fixed performance issues when adjusting display in Borderless mode (PC).
- Fixed controller input recognition issues (PC).
- Various stability fixes across all modes.
Recently, the game was released with positive reviews. Unfortunately, since the last patch, players have been experiencing several issues with online gameplay. Today’s FC 26 version 1.000.004 will fix a few of these issues.
Download free FC 26 patch 1.000.004 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
