EA FC 26 Cornerstones Team 2 is Live – Full Squad, Ratings, and Market Impact

• Headline Cornerstones Team 2 Players
• Full List of Cornerstones Team 2 Players
• Market Impact & Power Curve Shift

EA SPORTS FC 26 has dropped the second wave of its Cornerstones promo, and it’s another massive Friday content release. Team 2 will go live on October 3rd, 2025, introducing another set of upgraded stars who have become pillars for their clubs. These cards celebrate players who’ve been consistent, influential, or essential in shaping their team’s identity, whether they’re veteran leaders or new-generation talents.

Cornerstones Team 2 carries the same perks as the first batch: permanent stat upgrades and a +2 Club Chemistry link, which makes them extremely valuable for squad building. Having cards that not only play like meta beasts but also slot easily into hybrids this early in the game is going to shift the way people build squads.

The promo will be live on the 3rd and available in packs for the next 6 days, so every pack pull, Objective grind, or market purchase is crucial before these cards get rarer and prices climb again.

Headline Cornerstones Team 2 Players

This lineup features some heavy hitters, and a few of them will absolutely define the early meta in Ultimate Team.

• Cristiano Ronaldo (88 ST, Al Nassr) – Yes, CR7 is back in Ultimate Team promos early, and he looks terrifying. With 91 Shooting, 87 Dribbling, and 80 Physical, plus the Low Driven PlayStyle+, Ronaldo is going to cause havoc. Expect him to be one of the most frustrating cards to face this weekend, as that shooting style will make him clinical in front of goal.

• Florian Wirtz (89 CAM, Bayer Leverkusen) – The highest-rated card in this team, Wirtz offers 89 Dribbling, 83 Passing, and 81 Pace. He’s a complete attacking midfielder, mixing creativity with the ability to glide past defenders. His upgraded stats make him one of the most usable CAMs right now.

• Trent Alexander-Arnold (87 RB, Liverpool) – With 88 Passing, 83 Dribbling, and 78 Defending, TAA brings his signature playmaking ability to the right-back spot. He’ll be especially popular for players who like to build attacks from the back.

• Rachel Little (87 CDM, Arsenal WFC) – A versatile defensive midfielder boasting 87 Physical and 81 Passing, Little provides balance and bite in the middle of the park. She’ll be a fantastic anchor in hybrid squads thanks to her chemistry links.

• Claudia Pina (87 CAM, Barcelona Femení) – One of the most exciting additions, Pina already had an overpowered card in FC 26, and now she’s received a big Cornerstones boost. With 88 Dribbling and 88 Passing, she’ll be everywhere in Division Rivals squads. This is one of those cards that feels like it breaks the early power curve.

• João Neves (86 CM, Benfica) – Another emerging midfield talent, Neves comes with 86 Dribbling, 86 Passing, and 84 Physical. He’s perfectly balanced and one of the most rounded midfielders in this team.

• Alejandro Baldé (86 LB, Barcelona) – Pace and explosiveness define Baldé, with 94 Pace and 86 Dribbling. He’s the perfect attacking full-back and will be a nightmare to stop on the overlap.

• Karim Adeyemi (86 ST, Borussia Dortmund) – Adeyemi is all about speed. With 96 Pace and 87 Dribbling, he’s built for counter-attacks and breakaways. Expect him to become a favorite supersub.

• Marcus Thuram (86 ST, Inter Milan) – Strong, tall, and clinical, Thuram blends 85 Physical and 85 Shooting. He’s a striker who can bully defenders and finish chances consistently.

These players are going to dominate Weekend League squads, especially Ronaldo, Pina, and Adeyemi, who all bring game-breaking attributes to the table.

Full List of Cornerstones Team 2 Players

Here’s the full roster of Team 2 with their overall ratings:

• Wirtz – 89

• Ronaldo – 88

• Bright – 88

• Alexander-Arnold – 87

• Little – 87

• Claudia Pina – 87

• Orban – 86

• João Neves – 86

• Baldé – 86

• Adeyemi – 86

• Thuram – 86

• Terland – 85

• Stiller – 85

• Pickford – 85

• De Roon – 85

• Le Giuly – 84

• Günter – 84

• Akliouche – 84

• Gomes – 83

• Carles Gil – 83

While the headline stars will grab most of the hype, there’s plenty of value deeper in the lineup. Pickford (85 GK) gives Premier League squads a reliable early keeper, while Orban (86 CB) offers strength and aerial dominance at the back. Budget players like Carles Gil (83 CAM) and Akliouche (84 CAM) provide creative spark without breaking the bank.

Market Impact & Power Curve Shift

Cornerstones Team 2 isn’t just about flashy upgrades; it’s going to shake the FUT economy. Having cards like Ronaldo with Low Driven+, Claudia Pina with broken dribbling, and Adeyemi’s blistering pace so early in the year means the power curve is already skyrocketing. Players that normally wouldn’t arrive until later promos are here now, pushing a lot of base golds and even early specials out of the meta.

The market is also likely to feel the squeeze. With so many usable cards flooding packs, prices of meta gold players will drop, while demand for Cornerstone stars will spike. Expect big swings in squad values this week as traders and casual players adjust.

Final Take: EA FC 26 Cornerstones Team 2 with superstars like Ronaldo, Wirtz, Alexander-Arnold, and Claudia Pina headlining the squad, this release pushes the meta forward in a huge way. If you’re serious about climbing Rivals or dominating Weekend League, this is one promo you can’t afford to ignore.

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