I'm writing to report a significant balance issue in EA FC 26's Pro Clubs mode related to the player stamina/energy system.
Current situation:
Players maintain virtually unlimited stamina throughout the entire 90 minutes
This allows constant high-pressure gameplay with no fatigue consequences
Teams with 6+ players can apply relentless pressure for the full match
Smaller teams (2-3 players) have no opportunity to counter this strategy
Impact on gameplay:
The unlimited stamina creates an unplayable experience when facing larger teams. In previous FIFA titles, while early-game pressure was intense, by minute 60+ the opposing team's stamina would decrease, allowing for more balanced gameplay. Currently, there's no stamina management strategy - just constant maximum-intensity pressure from start to finish.
Requested change:
Please implement realistic stamina depletion in Pro Clubs mode, particularly in Drop-In matches where team size imbalances are common. Players should experience noticeable fatigue after sustained high-intensity actions (sprinting, pressing, tackling).
Priority: This issue severely impacts game balance and enjoyment for smaller teams in Pro Clubs.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.