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Journey of a Deadman: Prologue
It’s been some time coming, but at last, welcome to a brand new Football Manager 2021 blog story on Fuller FM! In my previous FM series, I’ve taken over a fallen European giant or a mediocre third-division team, with the aim of leading them to new glories. These stories have typically ended in spectacular failure, […]
FM Mythbusting: Common Misconceptions
In this post, I look at some of the areas of Football Manager 2021 that are most misunderstood by FMers.
FM Mythbusting: The Mid-Season Slump
In this article, I explain why mid-season slumps can happen on Football Manager – and how you can get your team back on track.
Using shouts in Football Manager
These are my thoughts on the various in-game shouts in Football Manager 2021, and when best to use them.
Rule Bretagne: The Unbeatables
In the final part of this mini-series, I look at my Rennes team which won Ligue 1 undefeated in 2023/2024.
Rule Bretagne: Four Years At Rennes – Part 2
My Rennes career summary continues, featuring a useless goalkeeper, three unhappy defenders… and an unforgettable season.
Rule Bretagne: Four Years At Rennes – Part 1
A summary of my first two seasons managing Rennes, featuring a torn-up tissue box, a takeover, and a couple of teen sensations.
My thoughts on Football Manager 2021
After nearly two months of non-stop playing, I’ve written a review on what I like (and don’t like) about Football Manager 2021 so far.
Preparing for pre-season on Football Manager
In this guide, I will give you some tips for setting up pre-season training and friendlies on Football Manager 2021.
Setting up a new game on Football Manager
In this guide, I tell you everything you need to know when creating a new save game on FM21.
My plans for Football Manager 2021
With the FM21 beta almost upon us, it’s time to announce my new beta save (on Twitter only) as well as my long-term blog career.
Retro Review: Giant Killers
My review of Giant Killers – a long-forgotten (and very basic) football management game from 1999.
The Sporting Life: Where Did It All Go Wrong?
In the final chapter, I look back at a horrendous 2020/2021 season at Sporting CP and try to figure out how we failed.
The Sporting Life: Season 2, Part 6
My job is at risk as the season ends with Sporting CP’s final seven league games – and the Taça de Portugal Final.
The Sporting Life: Season 2, Part 5
Sporting CP face Marítimo in the Taça de Portugal Semi Final but continue to struggle in the league.
The Sporting Life: Season 2, Part 4
A Lisbon derby against Benfica kicks fof a hectic winter period for Sporting CP as they try get back in the title race.
The Sporting Life: Season 2, Part 3
As Sporting CP continue to struggle through the first half of the season, it’s time for a major tactical rebuild.
The Sporting Life: Season 2, Part 2
Sporting CP kick off the new campaign with the Champions League qualifiers, plus a dramatic league match against Porto.
The Sporting Life: Season 2, Part 1
My second season at Sporting CP begins with a defensive rebuild – and a glut of goals in pre-season!
The Sporting Life: Season 1, Part 6
Sporting CP are top of the Primeira Liga with six games remaining. Can they hold off Benfica and win the title?
The Sporting Life
“The Sporting Life” was my second Football Manager 2020 story, published exclusively on Fuller FM. In this story, I took charge of a Sporting CP side who hadn’t won the Portuguese Primeira Liga since 2002.… More
The Sporting Life: Season 1, Part 5
A new midfielder signs as Sporting CP’s title charge gathers pace before a couple of defenders see red in Europe.
The Sporting Life: Season 1, Part 4
My first season at Sporting CP reaches its halfway point as I have the chance to win my first trophy – the Taça da Liga.
The Sporting Life: Season 1, Part 3
Sporting CP look to secure a swift passage through their Europa League group, but injuries threaten to scupper their plans.
The Sporting Life: Season 1, Part 2
Sporting CP’s new era begins with some early-season nerves in the Primeira Liga – and a goalkeeping clanger!
The Sporting Life: Season 1, Part 1
My new Football Manager story begins with a Sporting CP squad report, followed by the Supertaça against Benfica.
The Sporting Life: Introduction
An introduction to my new Football Manager 2020 blog series, where I aim to restore Sporting CP to greatness.
FM Mythbusting: First Goal of the Season!
Do goalless players score more often in Football Manager than in real football? And do they score against user-managed teams more than usual? Let’s find out…
Blog Update #4
In this post, I look back on the last 10 months on Fuller FM, and look ahead to the future of this blog.
CM99/00 Revisited: Fitba’s Coming Home – Part 13
In the series finale, Scotland co-host the 2008 European Championship, where I look to end my nine-year reign in style.
CM99/00 Revisited: Fitba’s Coming Home – Part 12
With Scotland still struggling for results ahead of Euro 2008, I desperately go back to basics. Can the Tartan Army find form again?
CM99/00 Revisited: Fitba’s Coming Home – Part 11
After another productive World Cup campaign, Scotland begin their preparations for co-hosting Euro 2008.
CM99/00 Revisited: Cult Icons – Part 2
Find out where some of the best players from Championship Manager 99/00 are now, including Samura, Selakovic, Sigþórsson and Tyler.
CM99/00 Revisited: Fitba’s Coming Home – Part 10
Football fever grips England as the 2006 World Cup comes home, but can Scotland’s Tartan Army crash the party?
CM99/00 Revisited: Fitba’s Coming Home – Part 9
Get ready for a feast of goals as Scotland attempt to secure their spot at the 2006 World Cup in England.
CM99/00 Revisited: Fitba’s Coming Home – Part 8
Scotland are favourites to win their 2006 World Cup qualifying group. What could possibly go wrong?
CM99/00 Revisited: Cult Icons – Part 1
Find out where some of the best players from Championship Manager 99/00 are now, including Bakircioglü, Jørgensen, Montano and Moukoko.
CM99/00 Revisited: Fitba’s Coming Home – Part 7
It’s Destination Portugal for Scotland’s Tartan Army as they embark on a Euro 2004 adventure, where three ex-champions await in the Group Stage.
CM99/00 Revisited: Fitba’s Coming Home – Part 6
In this chapter, Scotland attempt to secure a place at Euro 2004… and there’s some exciting news about the next European Championship!
CM99/00 Revisited: Fitba’s Coming Home – Part 5
After a thrilling World Cup, Scotland begin their quest to qualify for Euro 2004… but their oldest rivals stand in their way!
CM99/00 Revisited: Fitba’s Coming Home – Part 4
The Tartan Army are heading off to East Asia and aiming to create Scottish football history at the 2002 World Cup.
The Counties Championship: THE FINALS
In the final chapter, the Counties Championship and the County Cup are both decided at Wembley. Can Essex complete the double?
CM99/00 Revisited: Fitba’s Coming Home – Part 3
In today’s chapter, can midfield maestro Barry Ferguson inspire Scotland to qualification for the 2002 World Cup?
The Counties Championship: Play-Offs Quarters & Semis
The pressure ramps up and dreams are crushed as we find out which two teams will contest the Counties Championship Final.
The Counties Championship: Play-Offs Round 1
The league season has ended, and the play-offs begin with 16 counties battling it out for Quarter Final places.
CM99/00 Revisited: Fitba’s Coming Home – Part 2
After failing to reach Euro 2000, it’s time to rebuild the Scotland squad and bring through some new talent in the World Cup qualifiers.
The Counties Championship: April
As the league phase comes to an end, which five teams will clinch the last remaining play-off places?
The Counties Championship: March
Greater Manchester and Essex look to secure their regional titles while several other teams are chasing play-off places.
CM99/00 Revisited: Fitba’s Coming Home – Part 1
In a new series, I try to change 20 years of Scottish football history, starting by leading the Tartan Army through the Euro 2000 qualifiers.
The Counties Championship: County Cup Quarters & Semis
The cup competition reaches its latter stages as eight teams battle it out to reach the Final at Wembley.