Football Manager 26's global launch is not too far away, as the football management franchise is all set to make a grand comeback.
After missing out in 2024, Sports Interactive will launch this year's version on PC, consoles, and mobile devices. Most of the interest will once again be for the PC version, which is currently having its Advanced Access Beta.
This guide will help you keep track of the exact moment of release.
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Football Manager 26 release countdown
Football Manager 26 will be released worldwide on Nov. 4 on PC and consoles. The release date has been known for quite some time, but if you're confused about the exact time, the following countdown will be helpful.
As of writing, Sports Interactive has yet to announce the exact launch time. However, Football Manager 26 might be following the exact timings as the Advanced Access Beta. Here are those timings, as applicable for different parts of the world.
- 12pm PDT
- 2pm CDT
- 3pm EDT
- 8pm UTC/BT
- 9pm CET
If Sports Interactive decides to change the launch schedule ahead of the global release, we will duly update our guide.
What to expect from Football Manager 26
Football Manager 26's Advanced Access Beta has allowed us to get an early glimpse of what to expect from this year's version. While the core gameplay remains the same, here are some changes you will find (compared to Football Manager 24).
- Completely revamped match engine based on Unity.
- New tactics that allow you to create in-possession and out-of-possession variations.
- Better Transfer room.
- New UI
- Official league license for the Premier League, which includes all 20 teams, player images, and more.
While the Advanced Access Beta has had many optimization issues, Sports Interactive has been quick to roll out fixes to solve the problems. I am hopeful that the full version will be more stable and have fewer bugs.
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