THE MANAGER'S LIBRARY
Guides for every
big decision.
How the auction really works, how to negotiate a transfer without insulting anyone, which tactics suit which squad, and how to beat the best computer managers. Written for this game, by the person who made it.
Football auction strategy: how to build a winning squad
How the football auction works and how to win it: budgets, tiers, opening bids, when to bid, when to pass and how to plan your money across every position.
Read the guide · 4 min →Getting started
Auctions
Football auction strategy: how to build a winning squad
Eleven positions, one budget, and rivals who know exactly what you want.
Read →Auctions · 4 min readBlind auctions explained: sealed bids and how to win them
One bid. No second chances. Everyone finds out at the same time.
Read →Auctions · 4 min readHow to beat the AI managers, from Easy to Impossible
Real managers, real budgets, and on the top level, very little mercy.
Read →Transfers & money
On the pitch
Tactics and formations: choosing your system
Nothing makes your team better for free. Every instruction is a trade-off.
Read →On the pitch · 3 min readThe youth academy: finding and developing wonderkids
Every season brings a new intake. Somewhere in it might be your next superstar.
Read →Modes
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