Time Warp is one of the most nostalgic promos on the FC 26 Ultimate Team calendar, freezing iconic players at the exact peak of their careers rather than granting them live, performance-based upgrades. Team 2 has now leaked in full, and it's shaping up to deliver just as much hype as Team 1. Before it drops, it's worth building up your FC 26 coins from the MrGeek store so you're ready to buy the cards you actually want rather than relying on pack luck. Here's the full leaked squad, individual card breakdowns, the release date, and how to prepare.
What Is the Time Warp Promo?
Time Warp celebrates players at a specific, memorable point in their careers — a title-winning season, a breakout year, or a cult FUT moment fans still talk about. Unlike dynamic promos where a card's rating changes after release, Time Warp cards are fixed the moment you pack them: what you see is what you get, based entirely on that player's real-life peak.
The promo runs as a two-week campaign, split across two separate squads released one week apart. Team 1 has already dropped; this article covers everything leaked for Team 2.
FC 26 Time Warp Team 2: Leaked Players
Community leakers have shared a preliminary list ahead of EA's official confirmation. Based on their track record, here's who's rumored to feature:
- Cristiano Ronaldo
- Philipp Lahm
- Jamie Vardy
- Casemiro
- Pavel Nedvěd
- Homare Sawa
- Moussa Sissoko
- Thomas Müller
- Kyle Walker
- Kenny Lala
- David De Gea
- Mario Götze
- Juan Manuel Iturbe
More names may surface closer to launch. Content is expected to be spread across standard and promo packs, limited-time Objectives, and player SBCs — so not every card will be available the same way.
Player Card Breakdowns
Cristiano Ronaldo
Likely the most sought-after card in the set, built around elite finishing, dominant aerial presence, and strong physicality in the box. If EA adds skill-move or weak-foot boosts on top, this could be a genuine end-game striker.
Philipp Lahm
One of football's smartest defenders, with excellent defensive awareness, high-quality passing, and potential RB/CDM versatility — a strong pick for tactically flexible squads.
Jamie Vardy
Inspired by his Leicester City title-winning form: explosive pace, clinical finishing, and high work rate. Expect this to be a popular, budget-friendly striker option.
Casemiro
A peak-form midfield destroyer with elite tackling, strong positioning, and reliable passing and long shots — ideal for possession or narrow-formation setups.
Pavel Nedvěd
A balanced all-rounder with strong shooting, passing, and dribbling, plus high stamina and likely LM/CM/CAM flexibility for creative midfield play.
Homare Sawa
A legend of women's football bringing excellent vision, ball control, and passing — a technical option that links well in hybrid squads.
Moussa Sissoko
A cult FUT favorite with high strength and stamina for box-to-box dominance. With any pace boost, this card could turn out surprisingly meta.
Thomas Müller
Built around elite attacking positioning and link-up play, best used as a CAM or second striker for patient, movement-based attacking.
Kyle Walker
One of the most historically meta right-backs in FUT, offering top-tier pace and physicality along with strong Premier League and England links.
Kenny Lala
A nostalgic pick with well-rounded defensive stats and good crossing — a solid, affordable alternative to premium right-backs.
David De Gea
A throwback to his shot-stopping prime, with sharp reflexes and strong one-on-one saves. Goalkeeper cards can be unpredictable, but this one stands out on paper.
Mario Götze
A technical creator with excellent dribbling and sharp passing, best suited to possession-heavy CAM or CF roles.
Juan Manuel Iturbe
A blast from FUT's past with explosive pace and agility — a dangerous inside-cutting winger for dribble-focused playstyles.
FC 26 Time Warp Team 2 Release Date
Based on current leaks and EA's usual promo cadence, Team 2 is expected to arrive one week after Team 1:
Expected release: Friday, January 9, 2026
The team should stay in packs for roughly one week, alongside lightning rounds, new SBCs and upgrade paths for other cards, and daily login objectives.
How to Prepare for Time Warp Team 2
- Save your best packs. Hold onto high-value packs earned from Rivals, Champions, and Squad Battles rather than opening them early.
- Organize your fodder. Sort players by rating and league, skip unnecessary SBCs in the meantime, and protect your 84–88 rated cards for must-complete requirements.
- Watch the market. Sell non-essential meta cards before prices dip, and keep an eye on fodder prices, which tend to climb as the promo approaches.
- Keep coins ready. Pack luck is never guaranteed, so having coins on hand lets you buy the specific cards you want straight from the market instead.
Final Thoughts
If the leaks hold up, FC 26 Time Warp Team 2 will be one of the more memorable squads of the season — a genuine mix of global icons, cult favorites, and technically gifted midfielders, each frozen at their career best. Whether you're chasing nostalgia or a specific meta pick, it's worth planning your coins and fodder now rather than scrambling on release day.
