Building a squad in EA FC 26 is a marathon, not a sprint. While it’s tempting to chase after the biggest names right away, some of the most rewarding players to build around are the young stars. They offer explosive potential, incredible value, and the kind of chemistry links that can future-proof your team for promos to come.
Nowhere is this youth movement more exciting than on the left flank. We’re seeing a golden generation of left-wingers and left midfielders who can dominate games right now. Let’s look at the best young left-sided attackers to build your team around.
The Established Phenoms: Already Elite
These players aren’t just “promising”—they’re already among the best in the game and will be for years.
Jamal Musiala (LW / CAM – Bayern Munich)
Why He’s Special: Forget his position on the card. With a 5-star weak foot and 5-star skills, plus the Technical+ and Trivela PlayStyles, Musiala is the most fun player to use on the left. He’s not just about pace; it’s his glitchy, unpredictable dribbling in the final third that breaks ankles. He feels like he has the ball on a string. Building a Bundesliga or German hybrid around him is a project that pays off every single game.
Vinicius Jr. (LW – Real Madrid)
The Gold Standard: He’s the benchmark. 5-star skills, blistering pace, and custom animations that make him feel unstoppable when he gets rolling. His gold card is a top-tier meta weapon from day one. Any team with Vini on the left immediately has a “get out of jail” card—just give him the ball and watch him go. He’s the ultimate luxury, and a long-term investment in your attack.
The Value Kings: High Ceiling, Lower Cost
These players deliver 90% of the performance at a fraction of the price, perfect for building a competitive starter squad.
Nico Williams (LW – Athletic Club)
The Secret Weapon: If you need pure, unadulterated pace and strength on the wing, look no further. Williams is a bull. He has the Rapid and Quick Step PlayStyles, meaning he explodes away from defenders. He’s stronger than most full-backs and can be your primary outlet on the counter. For a low-cost La Liga side, he’s the perfect foundation.
Kaoru Mitoma (LM / LW – Brighton)
The Dribbler’s Dream: Mitoma is all about agility and control. With the Technical and Flair PlayStyles, he’s perfect for players who like to dribble in tight spaces and cut inside. He provides a different kind of threat to the raw pace merchants and is a fantastic, fun option for a Premier League hybrid.
The Hidden Gems & Evolution Targets
These are the players you pick up early, hoping for special cards or using Evolutions to turn them into monsters.
Yeremy Pino (LW – Villarreal)
Why Watch Him: Already a solid gold card, Pino is the perfect candidate for any future “Pace-focused” Evolution. He has great base dribbling and decent shooting. If he gets an in-form or an Evolved version, he could become a top-tier La Liga winger overnight. Buy him now and wait.
Alejandro Garnacho (LW – Manchester United)
The High-Risk, High-Reward Pick: His gold card is usable, but you’re investing in the idea of Garnacho. If he has a breakout real-world season, his special cards in FC 26 could be incredible. He has the 5-star skill moves and flair you want in a dynamic winger. He’s a classic “career mode” pick for Ultimate Team.
Building Around Your Young Star
Choosing one of these players defines your team’s build:
Pick Musiala, and you’re building a slick, technical Bundesliga/German hybrid.
Choose Vinicius Jr., and you’re committing to a La Liga or Brazilian-core powerhouse.
Start with Nico Williams, and you have a direct, pacy foundation for a versatile La Liga squad.
The beauty of these young stars is that they are assets. They hold their value, they get special cards, and they grow with your club. Securing them early—whether through pack luck, trading, or having the FC 26 Coins to buy them directly—sets your entire club up for long-term success. Do you invest in the finished article like Vini, or bet on the future with a gem like Garnacho? The left flank is yours to build.