EA Sports has officially released Team of the Week 16 (TOTW 16) in EA Sports FC 26 Ultimate Team, delivering another content-rich update during the festive period. Launched on New Year’s Eve, this squad arrives as the Winter Wildcards promo nears its conclusion, giving players fresh, performance-based upgrades to chase in packs, objectives, and Evolutions.

Headlined by Florian Wirtz and Martin Ødegaard, TOTW 16 strikes an excellent balance between elite-tier stars and EVO-friendly options, making it one of the more versatile Team of the Week releases of the season so far—particularly for Premier League-focused squads.

FC 26 TOTW 16 Release Date

· Release Date: New Year’s Eve

· Availability: One week in Ultimate Team packs

· Mode: Ultimate Team (all platforms)

As with all TOTW squads, these items replace the previous Team of the Week in packs and are obtainable via packs, player picks, and select SBC rewards.

Full EA FC 26 TOTW 16 Squad and Ratings

Here is the complete FC 26 TOTW 16 roster:

· Florian Wirtz – 90

· Martin Ødegaard – 88

· Malcom – 87

· Lewis Wing – 86

· Martin Dúbravka – 86

· Begraoui – 86

· Manuel Akanji – 86

· Nico Paz – 86

· Ollie Watkins – 86

· Kalulu – 85

· Rayan Cherki – 85

· Tzolis – 85

· Kiliçsoy – 84

· Paskotsi – 84

· Vergos – 84

· Calvo – 84

· Kevin Schade – 84

· Patrick Dorgu – 84

· Vargas – 84

· Jovane Cabral – 84

This squad offers strong depth across multiple leagues, positions, and playstyles, making it valuable even beyond the headline names.

EVO-Friendly Standouts and Meta Picks

One of the biggest strengths of TOTW 16 is its ability to cater well to Evolution users.

Patrick Dorgu (84 OVR) – Manchester United

Manchester United’s Patrick Dorgu receives his first boosted item of the FC 26 cycle, and it immediately puts him on the radar. His upgraded pace, defensive awareness, and physicality make him a highly effective wing-back in the current meta.

Even more importantly, his 84 overall rating is ideal for:

· Future Evolution paths

· Incremental stat boosts without hitting rating caps

· Hybrid Premier League squads

Other Notable EVO and Gameplay Options

Several additional inclusions stand out due to their stat profiles and ratings:

· Nico Paz (86): Excellent technical stats and versatility

· Ollie Watkins (86): Strong pace and finishing for Premier League attacks

· Rayan Cherki (85): High dribbling and flair, perfect for creative Evolutions

· Manuel Akanji (86): Meta-friendly defender with pace, strength, and positioning

These players offer overpowered attribute distributions relative to their overall ratings, which is exactly what EVO-focused players look for when planning long-term upgrades.

Final Thoughts on FC 26 TOTW 16

EA FC 26 TOTW 16 is a well-rounded Team of the Week that delivers value across the board. With elite attackers like Florian Wirtz, proven Premier League stars like Martin Ødegaard, and multiple Evolution-ready cards, this squad feels especially rewarding during the final days of the Winter Wildcards promo. TOTW 16 offers numerous reasons to engage with Ultimate Team heading into the new year.