The wait is finally over as DLS 26 is officially released, bringing one of the biggest feature updates the series has seen in years. Whether it’s the introduction of Clans or the new User Interface, it totally makes the game look like a new game. Rapinha and Alvarez are the cover stars of the latest Dream League Soccer 2026.

From brand-new social mechanics to enhanced realism on and off the pitch, DLS 26 pushes the Dream League Soccer experience to an entirely new level. Here is a complete breakdown of all the new features added in DLS 26 this season.

1. All-New Clans System

One of the most exciting additions to Dream League Soccer 2026 is the introduction of Clans. Players can now join or create clans, complete challenges, and work together to unlock exclusive rewards and special prizes. This feature has made quite a Buzz around the gaming communities as this type of feature is available in combat and team-friendly games as which will promote team coordination and communication among gamers.

2. New Commentary Languages

DLS 26 expands its global appeal with new commentary options in Turkish and Arabic. These fresh language packs make matches feel even more immersive and localised for millions of players worldwide.

As the game is becoming bigger and bigger, the developers are adding and giving importance to prevalent languages so that more users in local countries can enjoy the game in their own local language. Introduction of Turkish and Arabic language marks and an important milestone in the development of this series, as millions of fans from the Middle East will join and enjoy this game experience even better. The Turkish Commentary is done by Erdi Eliacik, and the Arabic Commentary is done by Dr Kamal Atteya.

3. Updated 2025/26 Player Data

A major highlight is the updated player database. DLS 26 now includes the latest 2025/26 player ratings, plus more classic, special, and national players.

The various advertisements of FTG have shown that there will be National star players, as the cards of Alvarez in Raphinha have been released, but there is no official announcement of this new event. But this will relate to the new 2025 performance of various players.

4. Increased Squad Size

Teams can now carry more players than ever, including unlimited special players. This gives managers total freedom to build dream squads without limits.

Last year, the developers were heavily criticised as the previous version had a limited squad size, and with the signing of more special players, it was very difficult to sign new Special players as the probability of signing a new player decreases marginally. So this year, all the new classic and star players will not be counted towards the main squad size, and it will be comparatively easier to collect more unique players.

5. Improved Venues & Stadium Upgrades

With new stadiums and improved facilities, DLS 26 enhances the thrill of playing home matches. Upgraded visuals make your club feel bigger, better, and more alive than before.

Seeing the stadium in night version is really an experience which no one can forget, and you can also pinch and rotate around the stadium to get a more cinematic look in the ‘Customise’ section of the game.

6. Enhanced Match Atmosphere

Expect more props, banners, flags, and dynamic elements. The improved atmosphere creates a deeper match-day feel, perfect for fans who love realistic presentations. The players even use the training kit and jackets while coming out of the tunnel, which makes the game more realistic and takes the realism to the next level.

7. Kick-Off Stars

Although there is no official announcement but from various advertisements, you can collect the special edition Raphinha and Alvarez cards under the new Kick-Off Stars program – an exciting start for squad builders. Also, various in-game server leaks have confirmed the green colour card, but we are yet to find more info and confirmation regarding it.

8. New Soundtrack & SFX

DLS 26 introduces a brand-new soundtrack and improved sound effects, bringing fresh energy and intensity to every match. This year we see some of the most famous artists in this new update. Some of the music Tracks introduced are:

1. ‘All I Know’ by Rudimental x Khalid
2. ‘Generation Love’ by ARCO x Punctual x NewEra
3. ‘Space for Two’ by NoMBe
4. ‘Lifetimes’ by Katy Perry
5. ‘Sorry I’m Here for Someone Else’ by Benson Boone
6. ‘Coming on Hot’ by Teeyz
7. ‘Can we Talk About Isaa’ by Rachel Chinouriri
8. ‘Supermodels’ by South Arcade

9. New Cutscenes

New Pre-game cuts and action on and off the pitch have enhanced the overall experience of the game.

10. Gameplay Improvements

The developers promise the smoothest Dream League Soccer gameplay ever, with refined controls, better animations, and more balanced matches. There were some bugs related to the ‘Auto-Switch’ of players, but they have been solved as of now.

Overall Game Review

Overall, the gamers are finding the game more competitive, especially in the career and offline modes. The new HD animation around the stadium and the start of the game have made the game more exciting and cinematically aesthetic.

It will be very interesting to see what other classic players the developers come up with, and also if there is any event around the World Cup season to see more star players type of event. Here is the full breakdown of the new update: