Football enthusiasts are voicing their opinions following the return of Football Manager
After months of silence, Football Manager fans have received some good news. Sports Interactive, the developer behind the popular football management simulation game, has officially confirmed that Football Manager 26 is set to be released in Fall 2025.
While the exact release date is yet to be announced, it is expected around November 2025, following the series’ traditional November launch window. The new game will transition to the Unity engine, marking a significant upgrade in both the game's visuals and user interface, promising a more intuitive and visually stunning experience.
One of the key confirmed details about Football Manager 26 is the inclusion of a licensed Premier League. For the first time officially, all Premier League clubs will appear with real names, logos, and branding without needing mods—a first for the franchise. It is not yet confirmed if real stadiums or other associated licenses are included.
The new game also aims to offer an enhanced and immersive Match Day experience, details of which are beginning to emerge but await a full reveal soon. Integration of Women's Football has been hinted, making Football Manager 26 one of the most ambitious editions ever. More features will be revealed closer to launch.
The announcement of Football Manager 26 has received positive reactions on various platforms, including X and Twitter. A first look at match day for Football Manager 26 is coming soon, and a video uploaded for the game already shows in-game engine footage.
The first post from the official Football Manager social media accounts since 31 March features a meme of Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca looking giddy, hinting at the excitement surrounding the upcoming release. The video for Football Manager 26 ends with the message "guess who's back" and a first look at the Football Manager 26 logo.
The Guinness World Records account commented on the announcement with "We are so back." Domino's Pizza posted a comment saying "Wow they're actually gonna deliver." One person commented "W Admin. They finally remembered the password." These reactions reflect the anticipation and excitement among the Football Manager community.
Stay tuned for more updates on Football Manager 26 as they are announced. The game is poised to be a landmark release with a modern engine, authentic Premier League licensing, improved graphics, and new gameplay features.
In light of the anticipated release of Football Manager 26 in Fall 2025, sports enthusiasts are eager to experience the enhanced Match Day experience and the potential integration of Women's Football, promising a dynamic and immersive experience never before seen in the series. As the game gets closer to launch, followers can expect more features to be revealed, adding to the growing excitement within the Football Manager community.
