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Columbus Crew Teampack
Columbus Crew Teampack FM25/26 Update Download posted on sortitoutsi Cut Out Player Faces Forum for Football Manager 2024/25
EFL Football Manager Cup | Goals, Highlights and Social Best Bits
EFL Football Manager Cup | Goals, Highlights and Social Best Bits FM25/26 Update Video posted on Football Manager Videos for Football Manager 2024/25
The Counties Championship: October
As East division leaders Essex put their 100% record on the line, a serious injury threatens to derail Greater Manchester.
Rebuilding Notts County - S15-E11 The Unlikely Wingback! | Football Manager 2020
Rebuilding Notts County - S15-E11 The Unlikely Wingback! | Football Manager 2020 FM25/26 Update Video posted on Football Manager Videos for Football Manager 2024/25
Mixpack_updates or missing 12.11_update v2 - FC Gütersloh Mixpack
Mixpack_updates or missing 12.11_update v2 - FC Gütersloh Mixpack FM25/26 Update Download posted on sortitoutsi Cut Out Player Faces Forum for Football Manager 2024/25
FM TREQ'S 5-2-3 Welcome to HELL
A very different FM20 tactic in terms of not relying on pace and have used it during my Fenerbahce series. I also have a done a Tactic video on my YT Channel.
PENTAGON CHALLENGE - FOOTBALL MANAGER 2020 #19
PENTAGON CHALLENGE - FOOTBALL MANAGER 2020 #19 FM25/26 Update Video posted on Football Manager Videos for Football Manager 2024/25
GLORY HUNTER FM20 | #149 | SQUARE PITCH PROBLEMS | Football Manager 2020
GLORY HUNTER FM20 | #149 | SQUARE PITCH PROBLEMS | Football Manager 2020 FM25/26 Update Video posted on Football Manager Videos for Football Manager 2024/25
Kenya Missing League Mixpack
Kenya Missing League Mixpack FM25/26 Update Download posted on sortitoutsi Cut Out Player Faces Forum for Football Manager 2024/25
Portugal - Campeonato de Portugal SS'2019/20 by marco talhadas New! (07/05/20) - Not SSKCC yet!
Portugal - Campeonato de Portugal SS\'2019/20 by marco talhadas New! (07/05/20) - Not SSKCC yet! FM20 Download posted on SS Kits Forum for Football Manager 2020
Colombia - Lig BetPlay Dimayor 3D'2020 for FM20/21 New! (10/05/20)
Colombia - Lig BetPlay Dimayor 3D\'2020 for FM20/21 New! (10/05/20) FM21 Download posted on 3D Kits Forum for Football Manager 2021
Park To Prem FM20 | Tow Law Town #128 - World Cup Dreams | Football Manager 2020
Park To Prem FM20 | Tow Law Town #128 - World Cup Dreams | Football Manager 2020 FM25/26 Update Video posted on Football Manager Videos for Football Manager 2024/25
MAGPIES MILLIONS | NEWCASTLE UNITED | #7 | Football Manager 2020
MAGPIES MILLIONS | NEWCASTLE UNITED | #7 | Football Manager 2020 FM25/26 Update Video posted on Football Manager Videos for Football Manager 2024/25
The Journeyman | Saving Sporting: Part 9 – Taking on Porto
Having established a commanding lead at the top of Primeira Liga, Sporting Lisbon faced two January battles with SC Braga and FC Porto then looked ahead to a Champions League clash with Real Madrid.
Indian Journeyman Episode 10 Football Manager 2020
Indian Journeyman Episode 10 Football Manager 2020 FM25/26 Update Video posted on Football Manager Videos for Football Manager 2024/25
The game save could not be loaded.
My save I'd been playing since the game came out gave me this message when I tried loading it today. I tried all the...
Mixpack_updates or missing 12.11_update v1 - Rot Weiss Ahlen e. V. Mixpack
Mixpack_updates or missing 12.11_update v1 - Rot Weiss Ahlen e. V. Mixpack FM25/26 Update Download posted on sortitoutsi Cut Out Player Faces Forum for Football Manager 2024/25
Gosport
Gosport FM25/26 Update Download posted on sortitoutsi Cut Out Player Faces Forum for Football Manager 2024/25
Turkish Super League 7 Young Missing Player Mixpack
Turkish Super League 7 Young Missing Player Mixpack FM25/26 Update Download posted on sortitoutsi Cut Out Player Faces Forum for Football Manager 2024/25
Gosport Borough [11.07] Teampack
Gosport Borough [11.07] Teampack FM25/26 Update Download posted on sortitoutsi Cut Out Player Faces Forum for Football Manager 2024/25
Online Game Weekends 7-10PM GMT
I have setup an online game to be played on weekends (Sat & Sun) between 7-10PM GMT Below are the details if you would like to join: Server Name: Premier League Weekends 7-10PM GMT Leagues: ENG - can add more...
Namibia Missing 2 Mixpack
Namibia Missing 2 Mixpack FM25/26 Update Download posted on sortitoutsi Cut Out Player Faces Forum for Football Manager 2024/25
Kenya Missing Staff League Mixpack
Kenya Missing Staff League Mixpack FM25/26 Update Download posted on sortitoutsi Cut Out Player Faces Forum for Football Manager 2024/25
Syrian Players Part -05 Mixpack
Syrian Players Part -05 Mixpack FM25/26 Update Download posted on sortitoutsi Cut Out Player Faces Forum for Football Manager 2024/25
Binfield Teampack
Binfield Teampack FM25/26 Update Download posted on sortitoutsi Cut Out Player Faces Forum for Football Manager 2024/25
Royal Wootton Bassett Teampack
Royal Wootton Bassett Teampack FM25/26 Update Download posted on sortitoutsi Cut Out Player Faces Forum for Football Manager 2024/25
FM 2019
FFP European Champions Cup Hi Please can someone advise me if its possible on FM 19 too remove FFP on the Champion league in the editor Had a look...
New stadium query
Searching for site Hello, got promoted with Leeds and the board decided to build a new stadium, however in club vision there is no stadium...
Rebuilding Notts County - S15-E10 We Got A Takeover! | Football Manager 2020
Rebuilding Notts County - S15-E10 We Got A Takeover! | Football Manager 2020 FM25/26 Update Video posted on Football Manager Videos for Football Manager 2024/25
Looking out for #1
Signing, developing and deploying Goalkeepers in Football Manager Note from the author: I wrote this article for The Byline, Football Manager’s official online blog platform – below is the original version, with the condensed version available on the Football Manager website here. “Most kids dream of scoring the perfect goal. I’ve always dreamed of stopping it” Iker Casillas Goalkeepers can sometimes get a bad rap in football, and indeed they seldom seem to get as much recognition or praise within the Football Manager universe as perhaps they could and/or should from us virtual managers across the globe. Goalkeeper is arguably one of the most important positions on the pitch when you think about their individual contribution and influence on a game, but ask yourself – how much energy and attention to you give them when it comes to their development and training in Football Manager? Does your work stop once you’ve signed the right man? How many Goalkeeping wonderkids have we seen down through the years? Join me as we delve into what goes into developing a top quality goalkeeper in Football Manager – analysing how to go about signing them, training and developing them to their full potential and most importantly deploying them successfully in a game situation so that you can be sure you are getting the most out of this position and overall ensuring that your own stopper develops in to Goalkeeper #1 rather than Public Enemy #1. Part I – Signing Goalkeepers in Football Manager Sooner or later most of us end up bringing in our own goalkeeper in a save rather than relying on the existing candidates to do the job – there’s something about making that call and bringing in your own man that makes it far more satisfying as we look to make our mark and put our stamp on the club that has been fortunate enough to be selected for undoubted greatness and FM world domination. We have seen many real-life examples in the past where clubs at the highest levels have struggled to replace a Goalkeeper that has been Number 1 at the club for a prolonged period, so much so that some teams have had to make multiple signings year-on-year before the right player/fit is found. But why is it so difficult? What is it that makes signing a long-term top quality goalkeeper such a challenge in the modern era? Let’s take a look at the key factors to consider when signing a keeper in Football Manager. Position It’s not just about signing a Goalkeeper. The modern game has evolved and we now have different types of Goalkeeper depending on formation and tactical style – Football Manager give us the option of deploying a Goalkeeper or a Sweeper Keeper therefore it’s essential to know what you plan to implement before taking to the transfer market. Whether you plan to use a standard or Sweeper Keeper, it’s important to factor that in when we start scouting candidates to ensure you find one that can play and own the position as well as that #1 jersey. The Player Report section will give an indication of a Goalkeeper’s best position and playing style – useful to note that FM classifies keepers has having one of two styles: Shot Stopper or Distributor which can further help decide where your keeper’s strengths lie. 2. Attributes In earlier versions of FM it was a lot simpler to identify a top quality goalkeeper, mainly as there were less attributes and factors to consider (this author only ever cared about “Handling” for about 10 years straight). Nowadays there are a lot more defining characteristics to differentiate goalkeepers and while it is obviously essential to have players who score highly in the Goalkeeping attributes department, it is equally important to consider the key Physical and Mental attributes that make for a strong goalkeeper – these are actually highlighted in game when looking at a player’s attribute screen but are often overlooked in favour of their goalkeeping attributes: Agility – “reflects how well a player can start, stop and move in different directions at varying levels of speed both on and off the ball” Anticipation – “reflects the player’s ability to predict and react to events going on around them” Concentration – “reflects the player’s mental focus and attention to detail on an event-by-event basis” Decisions – “reflects the player’s ability to make the correct choice both with and without the ball” Positioning – “reflects the ability of a player to read a defensive situation and position themselves accordingly” These are just the main key attributes you should look for in a Goalkeeper, however if you are looking for more in a #1 e.g. a Sweeper Keeper or a player that can be more influential / instrumental in initiating moves or counter attacks then you’ll need to ensure your top transfer target also possesses the following: Sweeper Keeper Distributor Acceleration Kicking Decisions Throwing Composure Vision Rushing Out Technique First Touch Decisions Bravery Passing 3. Player Traits (Preferred Player Moves) Not to be underestimated even for Goalkeepers – when you think about it, Goalkeepers are the one player who often have the most time on the ball compared to any other player on the pitch, so it’s important to both understand and seek out what it is you want them to do with it! Goalkeepers in Football Manager offer a number of different PPM’s including: Tries to Play Way Out of Trouble (rather than safety first / no nonsense clearances) Uses Long Throw to Start Counter Attacks (often a deadly secret weapon for teams playing this strategy) Avoids using Weaker Foot (uses stronger foot even if situation would suit use of other foot) Gets Crowd Going (essential) Winds Up Opponents (advantageous) 4. Backup / Third Choice Keepers If you are one of those that doesn’t name a keeper on your bench then look away now. Both your backup and/or third choice keeper can have essential roles to play in your squad, even if they don’t partake in a single minute of competitive football. Second in Command Your backup should be your future #1 – the player you are grooming to take over between the sticks should your current first choice keeper move on or be poached, or even get injured or lack fitness etc. This goalkeeper can be learning from your first choice keeper week in week out as well as getting first team football in cup games or games against lower opposition, and needs to be ready at a moment’s notice therefore it’s important to be strategic when it comes to signing a backup stopper. Set Pieces Alternatively and if you are content that your current #1 will be wearing the gloves for many years to come – why not make the most of that first substitute spot by signing a backup keeper who is a penalty expert? We have seen it happen more and more frequently where real life managers have controversially withdrawn a keeper after 120 minutes in favour of bringing on a keeper who is more skilled or experienced in penalty situations – why not have your own penalty specialist on the bench just in case? There isn’t yet a “Penalty Saving” attribute in FM (note to self: suggest on SI forum) however having a keeper with strong Decisions, Anticipation and Composure will do no harm in maximising your chances in a shoot-out situation (as well as a bit of “Winds Up Opponents” for good measure). Third Choice With regard to Third Choice – it’s simple, don’t waste the opportunity to bring in an older statesman; an experienced Senior or International goalkeeper who is content not to play games but equally will have a huge influence your squad through mentoring and leadership as well as (usually) sitting high up the Squad Dynamics pyramid. We have seen many clubs using this recruitment strategy to fill that third choice keeper spot, and the benefits can be far greater than merely filling a home-grown slot in your squad registration. 5. Age vs Prime We always argue that age is just a number – but not necessarily when it comes to Goalkeepers. Most of us have a fondness for signing and developing squads of wonderkids and youth prospects, often refusing to sign players over a certain age either due to the Board’s or your own Club Vision. This is usually par for the course in FM, however remember that Goalkeepers will generally hit their prime a lot later than an outfield player; while a 19 or 20 year old Striker can bag 25 goals a season, a Goalkeeper at that age has not even come close to maturing as a player and most Goalkeepers play their best football aged 30 and above. The same players are retiring far later than in previous years, therefore don’t fall into the trap that your Goalkeeper needs to be a wonderkid or hot prospect in order to take that #1 spot. Part II – Developing Goalkeepers in Football Manager Many of us will stop there once the right man is signed. Why spend time focusing on goalkeeper training and development when you can be optimising your long throw-ins or enhancing your wonderkid Striker’s movement in the final third? It’s simple – if you neglect your goalkeeper, you will be punished. We have all seen those now infamous keeper mistakes, unjustifiably kicking the ball straight to the opposition and having moments of madness where they fold under pressure and commit howlers for all to see. Believe it or not this happens in real-life as well as in FM, however there are steps you can take to try and reduce these as well as ensure your goalkeeper continuously improves as a player and get as much out of this position as possible. Playing Time Pathway Never underestimate the impact this has on your younger goalkeepers who so badly crave and require first-team football in order to develop and mature into a quality stopper. When we sign Wonderkids we often tend to only loan them out at an extremely young age and then attempt to blood them in the first team as soon as possible; remember, Goalkeepers reach their prime a lot later than outfield players and if they aren’t going to feature in the first XI then loaning them out for first team football is an absolute fundamental part of developing their Physical, Mental and Technical attributes. Alternatively and again as we see frequently in real life – playing your youth keepers in Cup games is a sure way to drive their development and ensure they are improving by getting exposure to higher levels of first team football. FM20 introduced different types of Keeper Role when it comes to signing and offering new contracts to Goalkeepers be it First Choice, Cup Keeper, Breakthrough Prospect or just plain Backup – this not only sets expectations with the player but also lays out a clear pathway for their development. Just make sure you live up to this and deliver on your promises! 2. Goalkeeping Coaches It goes without saying that you should sign specialised Goalkeeping Coaches with the highest coaching attributes possible in the Goalkeeping department, however keep conscious of the fact that there are 3 Goalkeeper Coaching attributes for a reason. Some coaches will naturally be more experienced/specialised at Shot Stopping, Distribution or Handling therefore you don’t need to get hung up on trying to sign a coach who has 20 for all three! If you are looking to improve your keeper’s distribution then that coach should also have good Technical coaching attribute also; if Shot Stopping is your priority then perhaps a coach with high Tactical coaching can help train your keeper to get in the best position possible and also improve their 1 v 1 ability; Handling focuses on Ball Handling as well as Aerial Reach, Command of Area and Communication therefore it will do no harm to…
VfB Eichstätt Teampack
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KNAP TACTIC BLACK ECHO VOL 2 4321 OXFORD (P108) ALL CUPS tactics review (DOUBLE PROMOTION)
GLORY HUNTER FM20 | #148 | WELCOME TO SPAIN | Football Manager 2020
GLORY HUNTER FM20 | #148 | WELCOME TO SPAIN | Football Manager 2020 FM25/26 Update Video posted on Football Manager Videos for Football Manager 2024/25
EFL Football Manager Cup | Quarter Final Draw
EFL Football Manager Cup | Quarter Final Draw FM25/26 Update Video posted on Football Manager Videos for Football Manager 2024/25
Chippenham Teampack
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