EA has announced the nominees for the EA SPORTS FC 25 Team of the Year (TOTY), showcasing some of the world’s top male and female footballers. Voting for the prestigious TOTY XI has officially begun and will run until January 13 at 5 PM KST, allowing fans to decide the final team lineup.

The TOTY campaign celebrates players who delivered exceptional performances over the past year. Male nominees include global stars like Jude Bellingham, the cover athlete of EA SPORTS FC 25, Tottenham Hotspur forward Son Heung Min, and Real Madrid’s Vinícius Júnior. Rising talents such as Cole Palmer (Chelsea), Lamine Yamal (Barcelona), and Nico Williams (Athletic Club) are also among the 85 shortlisted players.

On the women’s side, more than 70 players have been nominated, including Aitana Bonmatí (Barcelona), the cover star of the FC 25 Ultimate Edition, along with Alexandra Popp (Wolfsburg) and Lauren James (Chelsea). These athletes represent the pinnacle of women’s football and reflect the sport’s growing global appeal.

Fans can cast their votes for both the men’s and women’s TOTY XI through dedicated links provided on the EA SPORTS FC official website. The final results will highlight the players who earned recognition from both their peers and the global football community.

To commemorate the TOTY campaign, EA is hosting the EA TOTY 2025 Voting Certification Event until January 13 at 4:59 PM KST. Participants can enter by adding the EA SPORTS FC KakaoTalk channel as a friend and submitting proof of their TOTY vote. Prizes include a signed Son Heung Min Tottenham jersey (1 winner), EA SPORTS FC 25 Standard Edition game codes (5 winners), and Mega Coffee Americano coupons (10 winners). Full event details are available on the EA SPORTS FC KakaoTalk channel.

This year’s TOTY voting serves as an opportunity for fans to engage with their favorite players and celebrate their achievements. The nominees reflect a blend of veteran icons and emerging talents, making the final selection process both exciting and challenging.

EA SPORTS FC continues to lead the way in interactive football experiences, with the TOTY campaign further solidifying its role as a platform for honoring excellence in the sport. Fans around the world eagerly await the announcement of the TOTY XI, which will set the standard for football greatness in 2025.

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