25 Best Goalkeepers in Career Mode EA FC 26

A reliable goalkeeper is a rare asset in EA FC 26 's Career Mode . As the last line of defense, a world-class goalkeeper makes incredible saves look easy, while also helping the team build up from the bottom.

 

They can even make long passes that can cause a counter-attack, completely bypassing the midfield. If you are looking for such a goalkeeper, check out our list of the best goalkeepers to sign in Career Mode EA FC 26.

Top 25 Goalkeepers in EA FC 26 Career Mode

Player name	Team	Nationality	FC 26 Review
Gianluigi Donnarumma	Manchester City	IDEA	89
Thibaut Courtois	Real Madrid	Belgium	89
Alisson	Liverpool	Brazil	89
Jan Oblak	Atletico Madrid	Slovenia	88
David Raya	Arsenal	Spain	87
Mike Maignan	AC Milan	France	87
Yann Sommer	Lombardia FC (Inter)	Switzerland	87
Gregor Kobel	Borussia Dortmund	Switzerland	86
Marc Andre ter Stegen	Barcelona	Virtue	86
Ederson	Fenerbahçe	Brazil	85
Unai Simon	Athletic Club	Spain	85
Emi Martinez	Aston Villa	Argentina	85
David De Gea	Fiorentia	Spain	85
Peter Gulacsi	RB Leipzig	Hungary	85
Giorgi Mamardashvili	Liverpool	Georgia	84
Marco Carnesecchi	Atalanta	IDEA	84
Diogo Costa	Porto	Portugal	84
Jordan Pickford	Everton	Older brother	84
Wojciech Szczęsny	Barcelona	Poland	84
Manuel Neuer	Bayern Munich	Virtue	84
Joan Garcia	Barcelona	Spain	83
Lucas Chevalier	PSG	France	83
Alex Remiro	Real Sociedad	Spain	83
Matz Sels	Nottingham Forest	Belgium	83
Oliver Baumann	Hoffenheim	Virtue	83

 

The top of the list includes Gianluigi Donnarumma, Thibaut Courtois and Alisson all with the same overall rating of 89. This is followed by the mainstays like Jan Oblak, Yann Sommer, ter Stegen, and many others. If you want an experienced goalkeeper, most of the top half of this list are reliable options; however, the transfer fees can be very expensive if they are older.

If you want a reasonable price but still good quality, you can look to Emi Martinez, who is easier to transfer because both the player and the club are willing to part ways. A younger option is Marco Carnesecchi (25) - also a bright talent at a reasonable price.

Analysis of some of the standout players on the list

1. Gianluigi Donnarumma (Manchester City, Italy – 89)

Donnarumma is the modern goalkeeper: tall, quick reflexes and excellent control of the 16m50 area. At Man City, he also has the ability to launch attacks with precise passes. This is the optimal choice for anyone who wants a young but world-class GK.

2. Thibaut Courtois (Real Madrid, Belgium – 89)

Courtois is known for his 2m height, which helps him cover the goal and stop high balls. After a long-term injury, he has returned strongly in Real Madrid's shirt. In the game, Courtois is extremely stable in both close reflexes and penalty saving ability.

3. Alisson Becker (Liverpool, Brazil – 89)

Alisson is the complete goalkeeper: agile, has superb reflexes and is especially good at 1vs1. He is also a rare goalkeeper with the ability to pass both short and long balls accurately, suitable for the build-up style of play from the back. One of the 'safest' goalkeepers in Career Mode.

 

4. Jan Oblak (Atlético Madrid, Slovenia – 88)

Oblak has long been considered the 'iron wall' of La Liga. Although he is not a very good goalkeeper with his feet, his reflexes and positioning are still top notch. The number 1 choice if you want a reliable and experienced goalkeeper.

5. David Raya (Arsenal, Spain – 87)

Raya is a top goalkeeper with his feet in Europe, with the ability to initiate attacks and pass the ball extremely accurately. At Arsenal, he also shows quick reflexes in short ball situations. A young, modern GK with the potential to stay long-term in Career Mode.

6. Mike Maignan (AC Milan, France – 87)

Maignan stands out for his consistency and lightning-fast reflexes. At AC Milan, he consistently saves big games. In-game, Maignan has a balanced profile that makes him suitable for any tactic, from high pressing to deep defending.

7. Yann Sommer (Inter Milan, Switzerland – 87)

Sommer may not have outstanding height, but he makes up for it with agility, reasonable entry and leadership spirit. He is extremely solid in goal and often saves in important matches. An experienced choice for clubs that need stability.

8. Gregor Kobel (Borussia Dortmund, Switzerland – 86)

Kobel is gradually becoming the number 1 goalkeeper in the Bundesliga. Tall, quick reflexes and especially strong in 1vs1 situations. He is also young, which makes it easy to develop long-term in Career Mode.

9. Marc-André ter Stegen (Barcelona, ​​Germany – 86)

Ter Stegen is renowned for his top reflexes and footwork. At Barcelona, ​​he often plays the '11th man' role in possession football. In EA FC 26, he is the ideal goalkeeper if you like to build from the back.

10. Ederson (Fenerbahçe, Brazil – 85)

It was a surprise when Ederson left Man City, but in-game he still retains his strengths: super-accurate passing, launching attacks with precise long passes. A GK suitable for modern ball control play.

Each goalkeeper has his own strengths: reflexes, 1vs1 ability, aerial ball control or modern footwork. These are ideal choices for players to build a solid defense and ensure long-term stability in their coaching career.