How to Celebrate in Madden 26

Let’s talk about celebrations and hotspots in Madden 26 from open-field swag to brand-new endzone animations.

This year, there are more ways than ever to style on your opponent after a big play. Here's how to make it happen.

Celebrating on the Way to the Endzone

Hold both shoulder buttons + X on PlayStation (or A on Xbox) while running.

Perfect for wide-open breakaways or showing out after making someone miss.

It’s a great way to add personality to your game before you even score.

New - Madden 26 Hotspot Celebrations

Once you hit the endzone, Madden 26 introduces 9 new hotspots you can sprint to each one tied to unique celebration animations.

Examples include:

  • Boxing the goalpost
  • Custom team-specific animations
  • Endzone boundary dances and more

Where you run matters — each corner or edge has its own animation trigger.

Full Celebration Menu

From the pause menu, head over to the Celebrations tab to see everything that’s available.

Here’s what you’ll find:

  • Touchdown celebrations
  • First Down celebrations
  • Interception celebrations

There are over 20 solo celebrations, plus additional animations tied to hotspots around the field

Whether you’re scoring, getting a stop, or picking off a pass  there’s a celebration for the moment.

Madden 26 screenshot showing Minnesota Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson celebrating after scoring a touchdown.
Madden 26 screenshot showing Minnesota Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson celebrating after scoring a touchdown. is now the current item in the media gallery
Madden 26 screenshot showing Minnesota Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson celebrating after scoring a touchdown.