What to know
- The Gyokeres “mask” celebration is not currently available in FC 26.
- No button combination exists to perform it in-game.
- Its omission likely relates to development deadlines before the celebration gained popularity.
- EA sometimes adds new goal celebrations post-launch, so it could arrive later.
The Gyokeres celebration has become one of the most recognizable gestures in football this year, yet EA SPORTS FC 26 doesn’t include it. Here's why it's missing, if it could still appear later via an update, and what the celebration really means.
The origin and meaning of the Gyokeres' “mask” celebration
Gyokeres’ celebration involves crossing his fingers in front of his mouth, imitating a mask—a nod to Bane, the notorious Batman villain. While former teammates and pundits guessed references ranging from Hannibal Lecter to Batman, Gyokeres confirmed he drew inspiration from Bane, even sharing a social media post with the line, “Nobody cared until I put on the mask”.
The celebration, first seen in Portuguese football, is now a fixture in Arsenal matches and went viral after NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo replicated it.
Why you can't do Gyokeres’ celebration in FC 26
Despite its popularity, the official “mask” gesture remains unavailable in EA SPORTS FC 26 as of fall 2025. There is no specific button sequence or unlockable animation for the move, leaving players to wonder if EA really wants to cheat them by charging them for authentic celebrations. Hopefully it doesn't come to that. Nevertheless, the absence has drawn widespread feedback from the FC gaming community, with speculation about potential future updates.
How EA could add the celebration later
There’s still a strong chance fans will see the Gyokeres mask celebration added in an update. EA frequently rolls out new celebrations after launch to reflect current football culture.
If added, it could appear in two ways:
- As Gyokeres’s signature celebration when scoring with him.
- As a selectable option for any player, similar to other celebrations.
How Viktor Gyokeres changed up his celebration this year
After scoring for Arsenal, Gyokeres has added personal touches to his celebration—most notably running his fingers through his hair after the “mask,” a playful jab at critics who mocked his playing stats. This evolution has only fueled further media and fan interest.
The Gyokeres mask celebration is becoming iconic on the pitch, but FC 26 players can’t perform it yet. With EA’s history of adding fan-favorite celebrations mid-cycle, there’s every chance it will make the cut in a future update. Until then, fans will have to wait patiently to see if the move arrives digitally.
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