EA Sport FC 26 Celebrations Guide: PS5/Xbox Button Combos & Tips

The final whistle echoed after a stunning last-gasp winner, prompting the scorer to unleash a flamboyant slide across the turf, arms flailing in a mix of joy and defiance that electrified the virtual crowd and left the opponent seething. 

As squads evolve, incorporating stars who bring unique animations becomes key, with chances to buy FC players that unlock signature expressions tailored to their styles. This fusion of triumph and creativity spins narratives of dominance, where each celebration not only marks a score but also cements a player's identity in the ongoing saga of Ultimate Team conquests. 

This guide breaks down all the FC 26 Celebrations with button combos for both PlayStation and Xbox, so you can flex no matter your setup. Let's dive in and get you celebrating like a pro.

How FC 26 Celebrations Enhance Gameplay

The variety in FC 26 Celebrations allows for deeper immersion by reflecting pop culture and football icons. By mirroring real-world football and pop culture, these FC 26 celebrations create a deeper connection between players and their favourite FC players. 

They add personality to matches, making victories feel more rewarding. Whether you’re pulling off Sweet Chin Music or Palmer’s slide, these moments elevate the game’s immersion, bringing the excitement of the stadium to your screen. Each star's FC 26 signature celebration activates automatically or via X/A, reflecting their real-life style.

EA FC 26 Celebrations: The Essentials

Our comprehensive FC 26 celebration list covers essentials from signatures to running and finishing moves. These are your go-to moves right after scoring—no running required. They're simple but effective for quick taunts. Keep them in your back pocket for those clutch moments.

1. Signature Celebration: Player's unique move. PS: Press X | Xbox: Press A
2. Random Celebration: Mix it up randomly. PS: Press O | Xbox: Press B
3. Cancel Celebration: Skip it if you're in a hurry. PS: Hold L1 + R1 | Xbox: Hold LB + RB

Mastering these basics sets the foundation for exploring advanced FC 26 Celebrations.

Running FC 26 Celebrations: Sprint and Show Off

Sprint after netting one, and you've got access to these dynamic taunts. They're great for building momentum and showing personality on the run. Time your sprint with RT/R2 to chain into these seamlessly.

Here's a quick table of all running FC 26 Celebrations for easy reference:

This table details dynamic FC 26 Celebrations activated while sprinting post-goal.

Finishing FC 26 Celebrations: Iconic Poses and Taunts

Once you stop running, unleash these polished finishers. Many of these polished FC 26 Celebrations draw from pro athletes' real-life habits. 

• Signature Finishing Move: Player-specific pose. PS: Press X | Xbox: Press A
• Finger Swipe Camera: Wipe the lens. PS: Press X | Xbox: Press A (near camera)
• Cry Baby: Mock tears. PS: Press X | Xbox: Press A
• Selfie: Snap a pic. PS: Press X near ad board | Xbox: Press A near ad board
• Point to the Sky: Humble nod up. PS: Hold L1, press O | Xbox: Hold LB, press B
• Show Respect: Bow down. PS: Hold L1, double tap O | Xbox: Hold LB, double tap B
• Spanish Dance: Flamenco flair. PS: Hold L2, flick RS ↑ twice | Xbox: Hold LT, flick RS ↑ twice
• Flex: Muscle show. PS: Hold L1, press □ | Xbox: Hold LB, press X
• All Ears: Cup ears. PS: Hold L1, press △ | Xbox: Hold LB, press Y
• X: Cross arms. PS: Hold L1, flick RS ↓ twice | Xbox: Hold LB, flick RS ↓ twice
• Who, Me?: Innocent shrug. PS: Hold L1, hold RS → | Xbox: Hold LB, hold RS →
• Baby: Rock a baby. PS: Hold L1, hold RS ← | Xbox: Hold LB, hold RS ←
• Knee Slide 1: Slide on knees. PS: Hold L1, flick RS ↓ then ↑ | Xbox: Hold LB, flick RS ↓ then ↑
• Band Master: Conduct the crowd. PS: Hold L1, flick RS → then ↑ | Xbox: Hold LB, flick RS → then ↑
• Mask: Superhero mask. PS: Hold L1, flick RS ↑ twice | Xbox: Hold LB, flick RS ↑ twice
• Knee Slide Spin: Spin while sliding. PS: Hold L1, spin RS clockwise | Xbox: Hold LB, spin RS clockwise
• Arms to Crowd: Rally fans. PS: Hold L1, spin RS counter-clockwise | Xbox: Hold LB, spin RS counter-clockwise
• Timber: Fall like a tree. PS: Hold L2, press O | Xbox: Hold LT, press B
• Cell Phone: Take a call. PS: Hold L2, press □ | Xbox: Hold LT, press X
• Hypnosis: Wave hands. PS: Hold L2, press △ | Xbox: Hold LT, press Y
• Think: Ponder pose. PS: Hold L2, double tap □ | Xbox: Hold LT, double tap X
• Stir the Pot: Mix it up. PS: Hold L2, double tap △ | Xbox: Hold LT, double tap Y

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• Cabaret: Dance kick. PS: Hold L2, hold RS ↑ | Xbox: Hold LT, hold RS ↑
• I can’t Hear You: Mock deafness. PS: Hold L2, hold RS → | Xbox: Hold LT, hold RS →
• Heart Symbol: Love sign. PS: Hold L2, hold RS ↓ | Xbox: Hold LT, hold RS ↓
• Brick Fall: Collapse. PS: Hold L2, hold RS ← | Xbox: Hold LT, hold RS ←
• Driving: Steer wheel. PS: Hold L2, flick RS ↓ then ↑ | Xbox: Hold LT, flick RS ↓ then ↑
• Pulse: Heartbeat thump. PS: Hold L2, flick RS ← then → | Xbox: Hold LT, flick RS ← then →
• Tea: Sip tea. PS: Hold L2, flick RS → then ← | Xbox: Hold LT, flick RS → then ←
• Neighbourhood: Gang sign. PS: Hold L2, flick RS → twice | Xbox: Hold LT, flick RS → twice
• Faking It: Pretend injury. PS: Hold L2, flick RS ← twice | Xbox: Hold LT, flick RS ← twice
• Guitar: Air guitar. PS: Hold L2, spin RS clockwise | Xbox: Hold LT, spin RS clockwise
• Twist Flip: Acrobatic (agile players). PS: Hold L2, spin RS anti-clockwise | Xbox: Hold LT, spin RS anti-clockwise
• One Eye: Pirate patch. PS: Hold R2, press R3 | Xbox: Hold RT, press RS
• Boxing: Punch air. PS: Hold R1, double tap △ | Xbox: Hold RB, double tap Y
• Kiss the Ring: Royal bow. PS: Hold R2, double tap △ | Xbox: Hold RT, double tap Y
• The Salute: Military salute. PS: Hold R1, press △ | Xbox: Hold RB, press Y
• Hop & Point: Jump point. PS: Hold R2, flick RS ← twice | Xbox: Hold RT, flick RS ← twice
• Swagger: Cool walk. PS: Hold R1, double tap O | Xbox: Hold RB, double tap B
• Knee Slide: Basic slide. PS: Hold R1, flick RS ← twice | Xbox: Hold RB, flick RS ← twice
• Giant: Grow tall. PS: Hold R1, flick RS ↑ then ↓ | Xbox: Hold RB, flick RS ↑ then ↓
• All-in-One: Combo pose. PS: Hold R1, spin RS anti-clockwise | Xbox: Hold RB, spin RS anti-clockwise
• Nap: Sleep time. PS: Hold R2, hold RS → | Xbox: Hold RT, hold RS →
• Big Man: Pump chest. PS: Hold R1, hold RS → | Xbox: Hold RB, hold RS →
• Kiss The Ground: Prostrate. PS: Hold R2, hold RS → | Xbox: Hold RT, hold RS →
• Disbelief: Head shake. PS: Hold R2, hold RS ↓ | Xbox: Hold RT, hold RS ↓
• Backflips: Flip back. PS: Hold R2, double tap □ | Xbox: Hold RT, double tap X
• Peace: Peace sign. PS: Hold R1, double tap □ | Xbox: Hold RB, double tap X
• Waddle: Penguin walk. PS: Hold L2, spin RS clockwise | Xbox: Hold LT, spin RS clockwise
• Gamer: Controller mime. PS: Hold R1, flick RS → then ← | Xbox: Hold RB, flick RS → then ←
• Golf Swing: Swing the club. PS: Hold R1, flick RS ← then → | Xbox: Hold RB, flick RS ← then →
• Time Check: Check watch. PS: Hold R2, flick RS → then ← | Xbox: Hold RT, flick RS → then ←
• Motivation: Clap hands. PS: Hold R1, press O | Xbox: Hold RB, press B
• Glasses: Put on shades. PS: Hold R2, flick RS ↑ then ↓ | Xbox: Hold RT, flick RS ↑ then ↓
• Belly Slide: Slide on the belly. PS: Hold R1, double tap △ | Xbox: Hold RB, double tap Y

Bonus Tips

1. The shirt off celebration FC 26 returns as a bold taunt, activated by specific button combos on consoles.  
2. The FC 26 griddy remains a crowd-pleaser, performed by holding L2 and flicking RS right twice on PS.
3. Worm celebrations in EA FC 26 add humorous flair, unlocked via pro challenges for agile players.
4. For FC 26 celebrations, Xbox users, hold RB and flick RS up twice for the Mask pose.
5. FC 26 celebrations PS5 controls include holding L1 and pressing triangle for the All Ears taunt.

FC 26 Celebration WWE Flair: Sweet Chin Music 

This wrestling-inspired addition stands out among FC 26 Celebrations for its dramatic flair. One of the most exciting additions to EA FC 26 is the Sweet Chin Music celebration, inspired by WWE legend Shawn Michaels. Known as the “Heartbreak Kid,” Michaels made this superkick iconic with his pre-kick ritual of stomping to “tune up the band.” 

As FC 26 content creator Tekkz shared on X, "Loving the new celebrations in FC 26 – that WWE flair is pure gold after a banger goal!". Reddit’s discussion highlights fan favorites like the new WWE-inspired move, with users sharing clips of its execution. Now, players can bring this wrestling theatrics to the virtual pitch, celebrating goals with a dramatic superkick that’s sure to turn heads. 

Cole Palmer’s Signature Slides and Kisses

Another gem in the FC 26 new celebrations lineup is Cole Palmer’s “Slides and Kisses.” The Chelsea star’s celebration, where he slides on his knees and blows kisses to the crowd, has become a Premier League staple. Its inclusion in EA FC 26 lets players channel Palmer’s cool, confident vibe after scoring. 

Unlock more dynamic taunts by acquiring top FC 26 players with unique signatures.

This move, sometimes called the “Cold” celebration, resonates with fans who love seeing real-world football culture reflected in the game. It’s a perfect example of how EA captures the essence of today’s stars, making gameplay feel authentic and immersive.  It captures modern football vibes in the lineup of FC 26 Celebrations.

FC 26 Celebrations Pro Unlockables

Elite Moves for Skilled Players: These exclusive FC 26 Celebrations require completing challenges to access. They're for when you want to show you've put in the work, especially with top FC players in your lineup.

• Surf and Flex: Ride the wave. PS: Hold R1, hold RS ← | Xbox: Hold RB, hold RS ←
• Scorpion: Sting pose. PS: Hold R1, flick RS ← then → | Xbox: Hold RB, flick RS ← then →
• Tea Time: Fancy sip. PS: Hold L2, flick RS ↓ then ↑ | Xbox: Hold LT, flick RS ↓ then ↑ (different from tea)
• Karate Kicks: Martial arts. PS: Hold R1, hold RS → | Xbox: Hold RB, hold RS →
• Jump Kicks: Leap kick. PS: Hold R1, hold RS ↑ | Xbox: Hold RB, hold RS ↑

EAS FC Unlockables: Community Favorites

Earn these through EAS FC levels or catalogs. Earned through levels, these FC 26 Celebrations add community-driven fun.

• Boneless Walk: Limp strut. PS: Hold L1, hold RS ↑ | Xbox: Hold LB, hold RS ↑
• Giddy Up: Horse ride. PS: Hold L1, press R3 | Xbox: Hold LB, press RS
• Relax: Chill out. PS: Hold L2, hold RS ← | Xbox: Hold LT, hold RS ←
• Eye of the Tiger: Box shadow. PS: Hold L2, spin RS anti-clockwise | Xbox: Hold LT, spin RS anti-clockwise
• Little Dance: Quick jig. PS: Hold L1, flick RS ↑ twice | Xbox: Hold LB, flick RS ↑ twice

Tips for Nailing FC 26 Celebrations 

With these in your arsenal, you'll be the king of post-goal flair. In this Reddit thread, gamers vote on top taunts, emphasizing toxic ones that rile opponents. 

• Practice in the arena mode to avoid messing up online.
• Use celebrations strategically to tilt opponents—nothing beats a well-timed taunt after a comeback goal.
• Some moves require high agility stats, so check your player's attributes.
• Mix running and finishing for combos that keep the energy high.
• Remember, celebrations can be skipped by opponents, but yours always shine in replays.

The most toxic celebration in FC 26 often involves taunts like the Cry Baby, cupping ears to mock rivals. To complement your knowledge, explore our guide on All Removed Celebrations in EA FC 26 for what's missing this year.

Conclusion

EA FC 26 is poised to deliver an unforgettable experience, and its FC 26 celebrations are a big part of the excitement. From the WWE-inspired Sweet Chin Music to Cole Palmer’s “Slides and Kisses,” these animations bring flair, authenticity, and fun to every goal. 

Overall, the diverse FC 26 Celebrations enrich every match with personality and strategy. Get FC players now to expand your celebration arsenal – discover today.