Building a successful club in EA FC 26
Career Mode isn’t just about signing big-name players or splashing
your transfer budget. The real secret lies in the Youth Academy—a tool that lets you discover hidden gems,
develop them, and eventually turn them into world-class players.
Whether you’re managing a Champions League
contender or starting a road-to-glory save in the lower leagues, mastering
youth development ensures long-term squad depth and financial stability. But
scouting effectively can be tricky, especially with limited resources and
unpredictable player potential.
Here’s a complete guide on how to scout in EA FC 26 Career Mode to get the most out of your Youth Academy.
Best Scouting Methods in EA FC 26 Youth Academy
1. Hire Top-Tier Scouts
The foundation of any strong Youth Academy is
your scouting network. Always aim for scouts with 4-star or 5-star ratings in both Judgment and Experience.
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High
Judgment = scouts identify higher-quality prospects.
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High
Experience = larger scouting reports with more options.
Yes, elite scouts are expensive, but investing in them pays off in the long run as youth development becomes a cornerstone of sustainable success in Career Mode.
2. Focus on the Right Countries
Some countries are known for consistently
producing elite talents. Sending scouts to footballing powerhouses like Brazil, Argentina, Spain, France, and Germany
almost always yields top prospects.
That said, don’t ignore smaller nations. Countries such as the Netherlands, Portugal, and Japan can also produce hidden gems. A smart strategy is to rotate scouts between top nations and underrated regions for variety.
3. Use Position-Specific Instructions
Instead of leaving scouting missions broad,
tailor them to what your team actually needs.
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Need pacey wingers? Send scouts to South America with “Wingers” as the
focus.
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Need strong defenders? Scout Eastern Europe for center-backs with
physical dominance.
Custom instructions save time and ensure your reports match your tactical goals.
4. Study Monthly Scout Reports Carefully
When reports arrive, don’t just rush to sign
everyone. Look at:
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Potential
range – Aim for players with 80+ potential.
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Physical
attributes – Tall defenders, quick wingers, or strong midfielders
usually develop faster.
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Current
rating vs. potential – A 55-rated player with 90 potential may take
years to grow, while a balanced 65-rated player with 80–85 potential could
reach first-team level sooner.
Also note: top prospects usually have a high initial value (over $500,000), a good sign they’re worth investing in.
5. Train Them with Development Plans
Scouting is only half the journey—proper
training turns prospects into stars. Use Development
Plans to shape them into roles that suit your squad.
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A central midfielder with good defensive skills?
Train as a CDM.
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A winger with pace but weak finishing? Train as
an Inside Forward to improve
shooting.
Position-specific development accelerates growth and ensures they slot perfectly into your tactics.
6. Give Youngsters Match Experience Early
Promising players won’t grow if they sit in
the reserves. To maximize potential:
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Loan them
out if they won’t get regular minutes in your team.
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Monitor loaned players’ progress to ensure
they’re playing enough.
·
Use Youth
Tournaments while they’re still in the academy to boost growth before
promotion.
Even a handful of matches in lower divisions can help them develop far faster than stagnating in the reserves.
The EA
FC 26 Youth Academy is one of the most rewarding aspects of Career
Mode, letting you create your own homegrown legends while keeping your club
financially healthy. By hiring top scouts, targeting the right nations,
tailoring scouting instructions, and giving young players valuable minutes,
you’ll build a pipeline of stars who can carry your club to glory.
Master these methods, and your Career Mode save won’t just be successful—it will be legendary.
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