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AlexMorak FM26 Theme/Skin v0.8.1 - Windows and MacOS Versions - Works with update 26.1.2

The first customized theme/skin for Football Manager 26. Get rid of most of the annoying purple and blue tones of the game.

By alexmorakgaming Updated on Jan 25, 2026 307359 views 256 comments

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Football Manager 2026 Skins - AlexMorak FM26 Theme/Skin v0.8.1 - Windows and MacOS Versions - Works with update 26.1.2

This is the first customized theme/skin for Football Manager 26. Say goodbye to the majority of the game’s purple and blue colors. I have also included a new background and new gold UI highlight colors.

Versions and Optional Files:

MAC COMPUTERS: With the help of GlasgowAirport, who plays the game on a Mac computer, we achieved to make the files not crash the game when played on Macs. You only just have to select the files that's inside the folder "Mac Version". What we did was, that he send me the files of the game on a Mac computer (that are slightly different than a Windows computer) and I remade the skin using these files for all of you that are playing on a Mac.
BACKGROUNDS: Unfortunately, due to the way this year’s game works, we can’t have different backgrounds per screen. However, the game does use different backgrounds for licensed competitions (Premier League, EFL competitions, Bundesliga, UEFA competitions, etc.), which appear before matches in those competitions.
If you want to see only the main background I’ve chosen, or you prefer to keep dynamic backgrounds only for UEFA competitions, I’ve included some optional files you can use.

Disclaimer:

At the moment, this year’s themes/skins are created differently from previous versions, and we cannot modify or interfere with the UI. Therefore, I cannot accept requests to change specific elements of it.
Additionally, because the game is frequently updated and these updates often affect the files we use, there will be regular updates to this theme/skin. On top of that, we’re constantly experimenting to discover how to change and improve more aspects of the game’s visuals.
If you already have my theme/skin and want to install a newer version, sometimes cached files can cause issues. Please first Verify Files from Steam by right-clicking the game → Properties → Installed Files → Verify integrity of game files, restart Steam or even your computer and then install the new version of my theme/skin.

If you like my theme/skin and you’re Greek and want to support my work, you can find me here:
https://www.youtube.com/@AlexMorak
https://www.twitch.tv/alexmorakgaming
https://www.instagram.com/alexmorakgaming/

Changelist:

v0.1 (01.11.25): Initial release of the theme/skin.
v0.2 (03.11.25): More color adjustments in the UI.
v0.2.1 (03.11.25): Fixes for previous changes.
v0.3 (05.11.25): Additional color adjustments in the UI.
v0.3.1 (06.11.25): Fixed compatibility with the game’s new update (26.0.4).
v0.3.2 (06.11.25): Fixed crashes caused by the game’s new update (26.0.4).
v0.3.3 (07.11.25): More background options and fixes to prevent crashes on Mac systems.
v0.4 (11.11.25): Seperated versions for Windows and Mac, small additional color adjustments in the UI.
v0.4.1 (15.11.25): Fixes for compatibility with game's update (26.0.5).
v0.5 (22.11.25): Added one more option for backgrounds and fixes for compatibility with game's update (26.0.6).
v0.6 (09.12.25): Fixes for compatibility with game's update (26.1.0).
v0.7 (16.12.25): Additional color adjustments in calendar and fixes for compatibility with game's update (26.1.1).
v0.8 (22.01.26): Fixes for compatibility with game's update (26.1.2).
v0.8.1 (25.01.26): Fixes in some wallpaper options that I've provided.

Screenshots:

How to install the AlexMorak Theme/Skin:

Download the file.

Unzip the file.

Locate the Game Directory: Navigate to your Football Manager installation directory.
The standard path for Windows is typically:

\Steam\steamapps\common\Football Manager 26\fm_Data\StreamingAssets\aa\StandaloneWindows64\
And for Mac:

~/Library/Application Support/Steam/steamapps/common/Football Manager 26/fm.app/Contents/Resources/Data/StreamingAssets/aa/StandaloneOSX
Before first time locate the original files in the game's data folder and make a backup copy before proceeding. You should see from my files, which files you have to make a backup copy.

Copy and paste the files into the game directory. When asked, choose to overwrite/replace the existing files.

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Downloads: 62854 / Size: 247.9 MB / Added: 2025-11-01

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Discussion: AlexMorak FM26 Theme/Skin v0.8.1 - Windows and MacOS Versions - Works with update 26.1.2

256 comments have been posted so far.

alexmorakgaming • 2 months ago

@SirTAVARES It's possible in theory yes, as previous years was too. But every year we are avoiding it because of the teams that have white as a primary color. The texts in the buttons are white and you will not see them. Neither we can tell the code if it's white bg, make the text black etc. It's not that smart by itself. But theoratically yes, you can to tell it to read the primary or the secondary color.
SirTAVARES • 2 months ago

Just a question, wouldnt be possible to have like a dynamic skin with colors depending on your club's color to replace the yellow buttons?
alexmorakgaming • 2 months ago

@Enesxd send me a dm here if you like to identify the problem.
alexmorakgaming • 2 months ago

@vylt you don't need them anymore because the game updated globally to 26.0.4, So these files will cause crashes and problems.
vylt • 2 months ago

is it possible to get the files for older versions? i.e : is it possible to get files for version 0.3
GlasgowAirport • 2 months ago

@Alexmorakgaming - Alright there brother I just messaged you via email via your IG - I sent you the FM26 Mac versions of the original (installation) 3 files:

ui-match_assets_all.bundle
ui-styles_assets_match.bundle
ui-tactics_assets_all.bundle

So if i replace these with yoru Skin versions - it causes Fm26 app to crash once I enter the Squad tactics screen.

Have a look at the files I sent you and see if you can see any differences between Win and Mac.

I used to be a software engineer but I've not really poked around these files to see what definitions there are. Anyway, it's in your inbox for you.

Best

GA

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Enesxd • 2 months ago

https://hizliresim.com/rg6c235 If you look at this image you will understand
Enesxd • 2 months ago

@Enesxd I have zero issues and reports about search menu. If you mean that when clicking search don't show some default locations as it showed in the beta version it's because SI changed it. Logically if you search for something it will show. But please tell me more about it.

No matter what I type in the search field, it doesn't come up empty. That's what happened when I established the contact.
GlasgowAirport • 2 months ago

@theadeile @alexmorakgaming
I just tried re-introducing the 3 files

ui-match_assets_all.bundle
ui-styles_assets_match.bundle
ui-tactics_assets_all.bundle

... and sure enough they cause the crash. The menu items display correctly but the FM26 game fatally exits when I click on the Squads tactics screen.

Test 2

Leave all Skin files in except

ui-tactics_assets_all.bundle

- You can now enter the Squad tactics screen without hanging but the f=3 files are connected so on "Match Day" when you propagate to the "Address Team" window - nothing happens because I think you need the ui-tactics_assets_all.bundle to reach this screen.

Yeah Alex feel free to send me something if you want it tested. Feel free to message me on Instagram if you like brother. I'm there as "sh1ngy" - am sure you have plenty of volunteer guinea pigs though! lol. No pressure to message back - I'm just trying to help you.
alexmorakgaming • 2 months ago

@theadeile I supsect that these files are different in Mac systems, because the changes we do to these files are not that significant, they are mainly color codes. Is anyone here having a Mac computer willing to send me the files that his game has in order to make the changes to them and then try them? If anyone is willing, like @GlassgowAirport, please send me a dm with a download link to work with it today.

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theadeile • 2 months ago

so @GlassgowAirport tried it, the widget & tactic bundles are the main culprit or issues for Mac OS users, i'm hoping those can be looked into @alexmorakgaming

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alexmorakgaming • 2 months ago

Repack and v0.4 coming today. The repack will have Mac version and Windows version with the help of @GlasgowAirport & @harrison120289

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alexmorakgaming • 2 months ago

@theadeile Yes, that's right. Sadly if we don't copy all the bundles we don't have the full experience but there is something that Macs don't like..

@GlasgowAirport & @harrison120289 Thank you very much for your contribution, I will repack a new version and I will add those instructions for everyone playing on a Mac. Also I'll credit you, it's the right thing to do!

@Enesxd I have zero issues and reports about search menu. If you mean that when clicking search don't show some default locations as it showed in the beta version it's because SI changed it. Logically if you search for something it will show. But please tell me more about it.

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GlasgowAirport • 2 months ago

@theadeile - So yeah I only copied the files as outlined in Test1 after fully restarting my Mac but actually there's nothing stopping you from trying the full set of bundle files - I just haven't gotten around to that level of experimentation. Just remember to backup the original files to a folder so you can always revert back if the additional files persist the original crash. Am glad @harrison120289 got it working as well. It's the first steps in getting the skinning mods to work on Mac. Like Alex and Budwaiser and all those folks doing the hard work of skinning - they're trying to get to grips with what they can and can't change with this new version of FM.

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theadeile • 2 months ago

so @GlasgowAirport are you saying you did not copy the other bundle files, example, tactics, widgets etc... ?

it still means we don't experience the skin in it's entirety if that's the case right @alexmorakgaming ?

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Enesxd • 2 months ago

The search section is not working, it appears empty, how can we solve it on PC?
harrison120289 • 2 months ago

@GlasgowAirport yes all good on my part now too. been playing all night with no issues.

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GlasgowAirport • 2 months ago

@harrison120289 - yes. It appears to work. I would restart my Mac before applying the files and starting FM26 back again.

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harrison120289 • 2 months ago

@GlasgowAirport would you suggest the Test 1
- ui-backgrounds_assets_.bundle
- ui-backgrounds_assets_common.bundle
- ui-styles_assets_common.bundle
- ui-styles_assets_default.bundle
- ui-styles_assets_match.bundle
works then? I'm about to give it a go now or should remove the -ui-styles_assets_match.bundle as suggested

Also when is best to restart MacBook>? once files are copied in or before?

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GlasgowAirport • 2 months ago

@alexmorakgaming - yeah definitely - I would even say that re-starting the game alone isn't enough if you're seeing crashes. Probably the game is still so buggy that certain registers aren't being memory-freed gracefully by some of the FM26 code so I think the old laptop-defcon-restart needs to be donel. I'd advise anyone struggling with any skin using Macbook Air/Pro/Desktop may want to try this before coming to the conclusion the Skin doesn't work. It's been running since my last message (over 4 hours) and no crashes yet and the Skin is still working fine.
alexmorakgaming • 2 months ago

@GlasgowAirport I can't describe to you how appreciated is your help. I think that a restart must always be done before changing file because of cache. This year we don't have a button "clear cache". So you did well. Please continue playing to see what is happening. Thank you very much again!
GlasgowAirport • 2 months ago

Alright brother, let's do this:

Test 1
- ui-backgrounds_assets_.bundle
- ui-backgrounds_assets_common.bundle
- ui-styles_assets_common.bundle
- ui-styles_assets_default.bundle
- ui-styles_assets_match.bundle

Result: Works OK so far. All main menu items "Portal", "Squad", Recruitment" etc display correctly with correct names.

One thing, I did reboot/restart my Macbook Air to clear out registers and things so this may help. I'll keep playing and let you know.

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alexmorakgaming • 2 months ago

@GlasgowAirport & harrison120289 Can you please do something for me? Can you only copy/paste these files?
- ui-backgrounds_assets_.bundle
- ui-backgrounds_assets_common.bundle
- ui-styles_assets_common.bundle
- ui-styles_assets_default.bundle
- ui-styles_assets_match.bundle

If the same thing happens, please try one more time WITHOUT the last one:
-ui-styles_assets_match.bundle

I have to understand which file causes problems, thank you!
harrison120289 • 2 months ago

same issue as Mac user the fix files doesn't actually fix the issue top icons just says item item item. Look forward to a proper fix for this as it's my preferred skin so far. Game keeps crashing with it unfortunately
GlasgowAirport • 2 months ago

Sorry brother, MAC user here... your fix for Mac still doesn't work sadly so us Mac clans are missing out. The same thing happens on Budwaiser's MaterialSkin.

So basically the main overview where you have "Portal", "Squad", "Recruitment" menu - they are all re-labelled as "Item", "Item", "Item" and then the UI and the whole game just does a fatal crash.

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