eFootball 26: What’s coming on Thursday, January 1, 2026? Here’s what we know so far

As we ring in 2026Konami is set to roll out a massive eFootball 2026 update on January 1packed with free rewards, exclusive packs, and game-changing cards. There will be no traditional Thursday maintenance due to the holiday break.

Whether you’re grinding Division 1 or building your dream squad, this eFootball 2026 New Year campaign is your chance to score big without spending a dime. Here’s what is expected to come on Thursday, January 1, 2026 in eFootball 2026 Mobile and Console.

FREE New Year’s Gift

The star of the show is the New Year’s Gift 2026 Showtime Selection. As per rumours, log in between January 1 and January 4 to get a guaranteed contract and choose one of these three high-impact Showtime cards:

  • Kevin De Bruyne (AMF, Creative Playmaker) – Master passer with the rare Phenomenal Pass skill. His vision and level boosters make him an elite midfield engine, perfect for dictating play and breaking lines.
  • Marcus Rashford (LWF, Prolific Winger) – Explosive speed demon armed with Acceleration Burst. Deadly on the counter, strong finishing, and nimble dribbling—ideal if you love fast transitions.
  • Dean Huijsen (CB, Build Up) – Towering modern defender (195cm) with Visionary Pass. Dual-footed, excellent leg reach, and playstyle that lets him launch attacks from the back. A meta fixer for possession teams struggling with build-up.

Premium New Year 2026 Epic Pack

This isn’t free, but it’s stacked with icons. Launching January 1, the pack headlines a 110-rated Big Time Lionel Messi with Blitz Curler and Momentum Dribbling.

Joining him are reportedly six more legends:

  • Johan Cruyff (Deep-Lying Forward) – Phenomenal Pass + Momentum Dribbling, Striker’s Instinct booster.
  • Eric Cantona (Fox in the Box) – Phenomenal Finishing + Momentum Dribbling, Breakthrough booster.
  • Franco Baresi (Build Up) – Fortress + Aerial Fort, Shutdown booster for rock-solid defending.
  • Roberto Carlos (Offensive Full-back) – Edged Crossing + Fortress, Strength booster.
  • Dennis Bergkamp (Deep-Lying Forward) – Visionary Pass, Fantasista booster.
  • John O’Shea (The Destroyer) – Long-Reach Tackle, Defending booster.

Expect 250-300 coin pulls—save up if you’re chasing that Ankara Messi magic or defensive anchors like Baresi/Carlos.

Disclaimer

All information regarding the expected players and content is based on rumours, leaks, and community speculation. Konami has not officially confirmed the player lineup or event details at the time of writing. Final content may differ when the update goes live, and players are advised to rely on official in-game announcements for confirmed information.


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