EA FC 26 update 1.000.005 (patch 1.0.3) is available to download on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. According to the official FC 26 version 1.000.005 patch notes, the latest enhances gameplay balance and stability across modes. Kick off defense is now more compact, while Acrobatic and Trivela shots have been adjusted for realism. Ultimate Team issues with player bios and Premium Pass claims are fixed. Apart from this, FC 26 patch 1.000.005 also fixes Career Mode contract bugs, and PC players benefit from performance, display, and controller improvements..
FC 26 1.000.005 Patch Notes (patch 1.0.3) – October 2, 2025
Summary of Key Changes
- Improved defensive positioning after kick offs for more compact team shape.
- Reduced accuracy of Acrobatic shots following Rainbow Flicks.
- Fixed incorrect Gold Player Item bios and Premium Pass claim issues in Ultimate Team.
- Resolved Career Mode bug where players acted unhappy after signing a new contract.
- PC optimizations for performance, controller response, and display settings.
Gameplay
Kick Off Defensive Positioning
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Defending teams now form more compactly for a short period after kick off.
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Player positions before kick off updated across all formations.
Shooting Adjustments
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Reduced accuracy of Acrobatic shots performed immediately after a Rainbow Flick.
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Fixed cases where players took a Trivela Shot at the keeper instead of a lace shot.
Ultimate Team
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Corrected incorrect Bios appearing on Gold Player Items.
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Fixed issue where Ultimate Edition players needed to restart the game to claim the Season 1 Premium Pass.
Career Mode
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Fixed bug where players could act unhappy after signing a new contract, causing false notifications and transfer requests.
General, Audio, and Visual
PC Only
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Fixed instances of unresponsive controllers during gameplay.
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Resolved cases where Resolution and Display settings reset after closing the game.
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Optimized cloth physics to reduce performance impact.
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Improved performance during corner kicks.
Showcase Only
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Fixed issue where launching via invite didn’t place players in the match lobby.
General
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Addressed various stability issues.
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 1.000.005 will fix a few of these issues.
Download free FC 26 patch 1.000.005 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
