All unlicensed major clubs in EA FC 25, for now

As anticipation mounts for the release of EA FC 25, football fans worldwide eagerly await the unveiling of their favorite clubs in the game. While EA Sports strives to encompass the breadth of footballing talent, licensing agreements often dictate which teams make the cut. Every year, Konami and EA engage in a fierce battle to secure licenses for inclusion in their respective games.

Here's a rundown of the major clubs absent from EA FC 25 due to the licenses currently owned by its contenders.

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All Major clubs that won't be in EA FC 25 for now

Inter Milan and AC Milan are currently in EA FC 24 (Image via EA Sports)

Italy's Serie A boasts some of the most storied clubs in football history, yet EA FC's next game will feature none of them in their authentic form. Fans of AC Milan, Internazionale Milano, SS Lazio, SSC Napoli, and AS Roma will need to adjust to seeing substitutes like "Milano FC" or "Roma FC" in their place.

Unlike the English Premier League, where EA Sports can include Arsenal and Manchester United due to league licensing agreements, Serie A's absence will keenly be felt.

The intricacies of licensing agreements are often opaque to the average fan. Take, for example, FC Barcelona and Bayern Munich. While Konami holds the licenses for these clubs, EA can circumvent this obstacle thanks to the broader licensing deals they hold with the respective leagues.

This is why fans can still enjoy the likes of Ilkay Gundogan, Robert Lewandowski, Jamal Musiala, and Harry Kane in the game.

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Other clubs that won't be in EA FC 25 for now

Other teams that won't be in the next EA FC game (Image via EA Sports)

Beyond Serie A, EA FC 25 will lack representation from a slew of other major clubs across various leagues. Notable absentees include Atalanta B.C., AC Monza, and Pisa Sporting Club from Italy, as well as Atletico Mineiro, SC Corinthians Paulista, and CR Flamengo from Brazil.

The absence extends to Mexico's Club America, CD Guadalajara, and Pumas, as well as Chile's CSD Colo-Colo.

It's worth noting that EA's roster limitations aren't solely confined to European leagues. Licensing hurdles also prevent the inclusion of Brazilian, Mexican, and Japanese league teams, leaving out powerhouses like Santos FC, Sao Paulo F.C., and Tigres UANL.

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In the dynamic landscape of football gaming, navigating licensing agreements is as much a part of the game as scoring goals. While some clubs may be absent from EA FC 25, the breadth of talent and gameplay ensures fans will still find plenty to cheer about when the game hits the shelves.