They're in the game! 'FIFA 2016' to feature women's national teams

Published May. 28, 2015 10:16 a.m. ET

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Move over, fellas.

Women have joined EA Sports' popular soccer video game, making their debut this September in FIFA 2016. Twelve women's national teams, including the United States, will now be included in the game.

The announcement comes as the United States and most of the other national teams in the game prepare for the Women's World Cup in Canada starting next week.

In addition to the U.S. the other teams represented include Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, England, France, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Spain and Sweden.

EA Sports is a digital interactive entertainment company based in Redwood City, California. It is known for its video games, including Madden NFL and NBA Live. FIFA 2016 is to be released in September.