EA FC 25 unveils new Icons including Bale and Thuram

EA Sports has announced the addition of eight new Icons for Ultimate Team in its upcoming release, EA FC 25, set to launch in September. Among the new Icons are notable players such as Gareth Bale, Lilian Thuram, and Aya Miyama, with a mix of both men's and women's football legends. The highest-rated Icon is German goalkeeper Nadine Angerer, rated at 92, followed closely by Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon at 91. This marks a significant expansion of the Icon roster, which now includes five new women's Icons alongside three men's Icons. Despite the excitement surrounding the new Icons, fans are disappointed by the continued absence of Diego Maradona. His removal from the game began in FIFA 22 due to a legal dispute over his intellectual property rights, which has yet to be resolved. EA Sports had previously expressed hope for Maradona's return, indicating that the legal challenges surrounding his estate were being addressed. However, with the latest announcement, it appears that these issues remain unresolved. The anticipation for EA FC 25 is heightened by the promise of new gameplay features and an overhaul of the Clubs mode, alongside the introduction of 13 new Heroes player items. As the release date approaches, players are eager to explore the new content and enhancements that EA Sports has in store. In summary, while the addition of new Icons is a positive development for fans of the game, the ongoing legal issues surrounding Maradona's likeness continue to cast a shadow over the franchise. Should the legal matters be resolved, there remains a possibility for his inclusion in future updates.