The lastFIFAgame by EA Sports,FIFA 23, will be a historic launch for the game franchise and world football organization. The decades-long partnership between EA and FIFA will end, and EA Sportswill take content FIFA is known for under a new brand,EA Sports FC. Before then, the cover athletes forFIFA 23’sUltimate Editionwere revealed, including one athlete who graced the cover ofFIFAtitles in the past.
Previously,FIFA 23was leaked through the Microsoft Storeand gave fans a brief look into the new title. The first details aboutFIFA 23were leaked such as a closed beta for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S and a potential release date set for September 30. EA was quick to respond to leaks across social media with copyright claims, taking down any screenshots that surfaced online. However, FIFA fans will not have to wait long for more news aboutFIFA 23.
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EA revealed the cover athletes forFIFA 23Ultimate Edition: Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe and Chelsea striker Sam Kerr. Kerr makes history as the first female player featured on the global cover of aFIFAtitle. Kerr is the current captain of the Australia Women’s National Team, and she’s the first female to win the Golden Boot in three different leagues on three different continents. Additionally, the cover marks the third consecutive appearance of Mbappe as one of the world’s top football players.
TheFIFA 23Ultimate Editioncover reveal provides a glimpse into EA’s finalFIFAtitle and makes the long overdue cover debut of a top female football player.Mbappe and Kerr represent the world’s top teamsfor men and women respectively. EA should continue to showcase male and female stars of the football world whenEA Sports FCreleases in 2023.
FIFA 23serves as a major transitioning point for EA, and the title needs to impress fansbeforeEA Sports FCarrives. EA appears ready to deliver an exciting FIFA title to fans for the final time.
FIFA 23is expected to release this year for PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.
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