Electronic Arts officially announced that Liga MX will return to EA Sports FC 27 after a four-year absence from the franchise. The announcement came on July 24, 2026, confirming a multi-year licensing agreement that brings all 18 Mexican clubs back to the popular football video game series through June 2029.
Liga MX last appeared in FIFA 22 before disappearing entirely from FIFA 23, EA Sports FC 24, FC 25, and FC 26. The absence lasted longer than many fans expected because of an exclusivity deal between Liga MX and Konami, the company behind the competing eFootball series. That exclusivity agreement prevented Liga MX clubs from appearing in any other football video game for several years, leaving millions of Mexican football fans unable to use their favorite teams in EA Sports’ dominant platform.
The new partnership runs through June 2029, giving players at least three years of guaranteed Liga MX content. All 18 clubs will return with official rosters, team logos, uniforms, and league-specific branding. Major teams returning include Club América (multiple Mexican champions), Guadalajara (also known as Chivas), Cruz Azul, UNAM Pumas, Tigres UANL, Monterrey, Toluca, Atlas, León, and Pachuca, with eight additional clubs completing the roster.
Players will be able to use their favorite Liga MX players in Ultimate Team mode—the franchise’s most popular competitive mode—squad building challenges, and career modes across multiple platforms. Previously, Mexican players existed as rare free agents or imported players without team affiliations. Now they integrate naturally into the game’s card ecosystem, appearing in pack openings, seasonal events, and league-specific content tied to real Liga MX match results.
EA Sports FC 27 launches on September 25, 2026 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. Players who purchase special edition versions can access the game three days early, starting September 18. This early access window has become standard practice for EA Sports franchise releases, giving players who spend extra money on premium versions a head start on team building and competitive positioning.
The timing of Liga MX’s return aligns with the real Mexican football season’s Apertura phase (July–December), ensuring fresh player performance updates reflect authentic match performances. Career Mode players can now manage any of the 18 Liga MX clubs and compete both in domestic league competition and international tournaments, providing authentic representation of Mexican football’s competitive structure.
Liga MX’s return addresses a longtime complaint from Mexican and Latin American gaming communities. Fans of major Mexican clubs had limited options for playing with their favorite teams in recent years. The absence from EA’s series pushed some players toward eFootball, where they could still find Liga MX content but experienced a smaller player base compared to FIFA’s longtime dominance.
Estadio Azteca, home of Club América and iconic venue for Mexican national team matches, appears with updated graphics and remodeled features in FC 27. Stadium details affect gameplay atmosphere and player immersion. The Azteca redesign signals EA’s commitment to authentic representation, differentiating Mexican league experience from generic international settings.
The timing of Liga MX’s return coincides with growing interest in Mexican football globally. The sport has gained visibility through increased streaming coverage and international tournament exposure. Adding Liga MX to EA Sports FC 27 recognizes this market interest and gives the publisher access to millions of potential customers in Mexico and Spanish-speaking regions across the world.
Beyond the main EA Sports FC 27 game, Liga MX clubs will also appear in EA Sports FC Mobile, the smartphone version of the franchise. Mobile gaming represents an increasingly important market segment, particularly in Latin America where mobile gaming penetration exceeds console ownership. Including Liga MX in the mobile version extends the reach to players who primarily game on phones rather than dedicated consoles, significantly expanding potential revenue in the region.
The return marks a significant win for Liga MX’s international marketing efforts and a strategic move by EA to compete more effectively in Latin American markets. As gaming continues to shape how sports fans engage with their favorite teams, major video game inclusion affects real-world sport viewership and fan engagement across Spanish-speaking markets.