Why did FIFA remove icons?

“Due to a third party legal dispute, we must suspend Diego Maradona from appearing in FIFA Ultimate Team Packs, future FUT content and the Soccer Aid World XI,” an EA Sports statement said. “As such, Diego Maradona Icon Items will no longer be made available in Packs, SBCs and FUT Draft.”

What Icons did FIFA remove?

Why did EA remove Icons?

EA had to remove him prematurely from FIFA 22 following a legal dispute over the legend's image rights. Similarly, Marc Overmars will not be in FIFA 23 after being taken out of FIFA 22, too.

What Icons have been removed from FIFA 22?

Along with Maradona being removed from FIFA 22, Netherlands Icon Marc Overmars was also removed from the game and the ex-Arsenal and Barcelona player will not feature in FIFA 23. Here's the list of every Icon that has been removed for FIFA 23.

Why isn t Maradona an icon in FIFA 23?

The Argentina icon has been removed from the game due to a dispute between his former club Napoli and EA Sports. EA Sports announced in a statement that Maradona's likeness would not be part of FIFA 23, citing ongoing legal disputes between the club and its former player.

ALL ICONS REMOVED FROM FIFA 23⚠️

Why Pele is not in FIFA 23?

Many FIFA 23 fans might have doubts regarding Pele's cards because of how EA Sports treats death. There have been incidences earlier in the year where particular cards were removed from Ultimate Team due to tragedies like death and terminal illnesses.

Why is Roma logo not in FIFA 22?

The omission is due to Roma's long-term deal with Konami, makers of the online-only title eFootball.

Why doesn t Maradona have a FIFA card?

The dispute began due to an issue with image rights after EA signed an agreement with Maradona's former manager Stefano Ceci. However, after Maradona's death in 2020, his lawyer, Matias Morla, stated that the former Napoli icon has granted the image rights to him.

Who is the oldest icon on FIFA 22?

Why isn t Maradona in FIFA 22?

Diego Maradona, one of the greatest players in soccer - along with the likes of Pele and Zidane - will no longer be available in FIFA 22 due to a third-party legal dispute. Following his passing in 2020, Maradona's rights have become an ongoing legal battle that puts his involvement in future FIFA games at risk.

Why is Edgar Davids not in FIFA?

On 17 May 2001, Davids was suspended by FIFA when he tested positive for the banned anabolic steroid, nandrolone.

Is EA getting rid of FIFA?

(NASDAQ: EA) and the Fédération Internationale de Football Association(FIFA) have announced an extension of their existing licensing agreement until December 31, 2022. Under the terms of the agreement, EA SPORTS maintains exclusive rights to release FIFA-branded action and management videogames.

Why did EA and FIFA fall out?

That's not to say EA Sports didn't want to continue the partnership. The company saw no need to unnecessarily jeopardise its most profitable series, but it did want more freedom. Specifically, it wanted to do more with its games, stage esports tournaments, and release non-fungible tokens (NFTs) based on FIFA.

Is FIFA 23 the last FIFA?

It is the 30th and final installment in the FIFA series that is developed by EA Sports, and the final installment under the FIFA banner, and released worldwide on 30 September 2022 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S.

Why isn t Diego Costa in FIFA 23?

Due to signing late in the summer, Diego Costa and Boubacar Traore have not been included in the initial FIFA 23 ratings, but they will be added to the game in an future update - this means neither player will appear in this quiz.

Do FIFA pay icons?

FIFA 23 players who have opened a World Cup Icon Player Pick will receive compensation, EA Sports has confirmed.

What name was censored in FIFA 22?

Apparently, after a review, they found this person's club name to be worthy of a seven-day ban. The user had named their club “PuyolPantsDown” clearly making a joke using the name of legendary Barcelona centre-back Carles Puyol.

Who is the strongest icon in FIFA 22?

Is FIFA 22 age restricted?

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Do footballers get a 99 FIFA card?

As well as the Team of the Year and Team of the Season cards with 99 ratings, there is a third type of 99-rated card in FIFA Ultimate Team - the extremely rare Pro Player Card.

What is the rarest FIFA card in the world?

Will there be a FIFA 24?

As of yet, there is no specific release date for EA Sports' next football game. FIFA 23 was released on September 27, 2022 and there's a strong chance the upcoming edition will be coming out at a similar time of year in 2023.

Why are there no African teams in FIFA 22?

African sides were unavailable in FIFA22 because of licensing issues, however, with FIFA23 having the rights to a World Cup mode, this means that we're getting the return of the African nations who have qualified for the World Cup in Qatar.

Why was Juventus removed from FIFA 22?

Why are Juventus not in FIFA 22? This is due to FIFA's biggest rival Konami-created eFootball 2022 holding exclusive rights to the club for this year's game. This means FIFA 22 will not be able to have any of the club's badge or stadium listed on their game.

Why aren t Juventus in FIFA?

Juventus actually struck a deal with EA Sports' rivals Konami in 2019 to appear exclusively on their eFootball Pro Evolution Soccer games instead. That deal prohibits EA Sports - or anyone other than Konami, for that matter - from using the Juventus brand, including their official badge and kits.