FC 27 Update 1.1 Patch Notes: FUT, Career Mode & Gameplay Changes

When does FC 27 Title Update 1.1 release?

EA's official Pitch Notes dated 26 October 2026 confirm that Title Update v1.1 is planned for 27 October. This preview explains the confirmed changes; EA says the full patch notes will be published on release day.

The improvements described here are scheduled for the update, not necessarily live at the time of writing.

Ultimate Team: faster pack openings and better SBC filters

EA has shortened the reveal sequence for most higher-overall player items, making pack openings quicker.

Streamlined SBC filters and sorting preferences will now remain saved as you move between Challenges during the same play session. They reset when you close the game.

• Referee kit colours are being adjusted to reduce clashes with either team's kit.
• Custom pitch-line colours should no longer incorrectly default to your opponent's setting.
• Goal-net colours should no longer incorrectly use the opponent's custom selection when you have not set one.

Career Mode gets a redesigned Team Management screen

EA has overhauled the Team Management interface across multiple modes to make it clearer to navigate and read. The official Pitch Notes include before-and-after screenshots.

Players will also be able to toggle or adjust the frequency of Press Conferences and Unexpected Events, including in existing Career saves.

Career transfers, contracts and Player Career rivalries

EA is still testing a separate fix for players requesting transfers despite receiving their expected playing time. That issue should not be described as resolved by v1.1.

• Negotiations will explain more clearly why a club or player rejected an offer.
• Wage demands will better account for performance bonuses.
• Veteran players should be less likely to demand disproportionately important squad roles.
• Player Career gains Consistency Rivalries and Match Limit Rivalries.
• Scouted Youth Academy prospects' PlayStyles should display correctly.
• Scout capacity will depend on Experience rather than Judgement.

Does FC 27 Update 1.1 change gameplay?

No. EA explicitly confirms that Title Update 1.1 contains no gameplay balance or tuning changes. The update does include targeted bug fixes, but it is not a broad adjustment to defending, shooting or match pace.

EA says another Gameplay Developer Notes article is coming later this week to discuss observations and possible adjustments for a future Title Update.

Gameplay bug fixes confirmed for v1.1

• Fixed a tutorial issue that could permanently block progression.
• Fixed players getting stuck in the net after slide tackles near the goal line in 2v2.
• Fixed goalkeepers holding the ball too long after a requested pass in 1v1.
• Fixed certain long-press passes in 3v3 Kickabouts directing the ball into a player's own goal.
• Reduced incorrect post-play cutscenes replacing standard replays.

Clubs and The Grounds fixes

EA says additional Clubs and The Grounds features are being developed for a future update, rather than v1.1.

• Corrected Pro Camera rotation near the byline.
• Fixed overlapping post-match interface elements and missing sub-6.0 match ratings.
• Addressed crashes when entering the Store, loading into the world or playing.
• Fixed cases of two goalkeepers appearing in Clubs Live Events.
• Fixed party HUD problems after a leader leaves matchmaking.
• Fixed Live Events Objectives navigation, maximum-level Archetype ratings displaying as zero and premature tournament winner displays.

What should players do next?

Check for the update on 27 October, then test whether the specific FUT, Career or Clubs issue affecting you has been addressed. EA plans to release the complete patch notes that day, so this guide should be updated with any additional confirmed fixes rather than publishing a duplicate article.

For gameplay balancing news, wait for EA's separate developer notes later this week instead of assuming changes are included in v1.1.