Every player has a unique CA and PA. PA can be negative, like "-8", indicating a range. PA is set during the start of a savegame. PA can be viewed using in-game editor or Genie Scout tool. Community effort to update Football Manager data through submissions
FMRTE offers over 50 features for real-time Football Manager editing. Players can be edited for attributes, relationships, clubs, and contracts. Clubs can manage finances, kits, stadium, attendance, and reputation. Competitions can be edited for standings, colors, and reputation. Mass editing allows bulk modifications of multiple entities
Classic mode introduced as simplified alternative to full simulation. Challenge Mode added for managing different football scenarios. Steam Workshop enabled content creation and sharing. Linux support and cloud saves introduced
CM 03/04 is considered the best Football Manager edition. Game runs better on older hardware than modern systems. Windows 10 compatibility issues exist but are improving
3D match engine introduced in 2009. Dynamic League Reputation system implemented in 2013. VAR and xG added in 2020. Significant improvements in match AI and tactics from 2021-2024
Founded by Oliver and Paul Collyer in July 1994. Acquired by Sega in 2006, becoming part of Sega Europe. Moved to Stratford in 2018, now has 285 permanent employees. Developed Football Manager series, Championship Manager, and NHL Eastside