The Ultimate Football Manager Save Idea Checklist

The quest for the perfect Football Manager save can be as engaging as the game itself. To navigate the vast landscape of managerial possibilities, this FM save idea checklist has been meticulously crafted.

This isn't just a random assortment of suggestions; it's a structured approach, leveraging in-house articles and exclusive tools, designed to spark inspiration and guide you toward a save that perfectly aligns with your desired level of challenge, narrative, and long-term goals.

Whether you yearn for a journeyman career across continents, a youth academy focus, or the pressure of managing a club with a rich history, we provide you with solid starting points and introduce you to diverse scenarios you might not have considered.

At its core, the checklist encourages a period of introspection. What kind of manager do you want to be? Are you drawn to the glory of immediate success with a fallen giant, the patient rebuild of a lower-league underdog, or the unique constraints of a specific challenge?

If you are after more informed choices, you need to consider these fundamental questions before diving into the game. Either way, you will get a wellspring of inspiration from our checklist below.

Save Compass

Make your choices in a snap to get informed save ideas that tick all of your boxes. You get up to 3 club suggestions at a time based on the choices you have made at 10 key criteria which are known to affect any club picking situation. By understanding your own inclinations, you can then seek out save ideas and clubs that align with your desired management style, leading to a more enjoyable and immersive gaming experience.

Around the Pin

Our interactive world map app makes it easy to find clubs near you or near any place in the world. Simply place a marker on the map and see nearby football clubs. Perfect for football enthusiasts, players and coaches, and even travelers alike. Explore the football scene in your cities of choice. Discover new clubs and start your football journey today! It is the first tool of its kind.

Random Club Picker

You get 3 random playable clubs at a time, showcasing a brief report card for each of them with crucial information such as transfer budget, stadium capacity, average age and 3 star players. Taking up the reins of a random club, forces you to adapt to unfamiliar circumstances and embrace the unexpected. This can be an excellent way to break out of your comfort zone and discover new leagues and playing styles.

Club Finder

Filter and explore clubs based on a multitude of factors, including nation, reputation, financial status and even colors. This tool empowers you to pinpoint specific starting points, moving beyond the obvious choices and uncovering hidden gems ripe for your managerial touch.

Save Ideas Criteria

Categorizing save ideas based on various criteria such as difficulty, league, and playstyle.

Challenge Index

70+ challenges ranging from one season campaigns to others that will take several seasons to complete.

Best Youth Academies

250+ clubs with the best youth recruitment, best youth facilities & best junior coaching in the game.

Starting Transfer and Wage Budgets

The list of starting budgets for all major leagues in Football Manager.

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By systematically working through the elements of the checklist above – exploring articles, utilizing tools, and engaging in self-reflection – you can move beyond simply picking a top team and instead embark on a meticulously chosen save that promises hours of engaging and rewarding gameplay, perfectly tailored to your Football Manager aspirations.