VALENCIA: THE 25-SEASON DYNASTY REBUILD (FM26)

VALENCIA: THE 25-SEASON DYNASTY REBUILD (FM26)
A complete long-term transformation report from 2029–2044
Introduction

This save documents a 25-season rebuild of Valencia CF that evolves from a financially limited LaLiga club into the most dominant force in European football. The project begins in the 2029/30 season and runs through to 2043/44, covering league performance, domestic cups, European trophies, global competitions, squad building, and the manager’s full statistical footprint across the dynasty.

The core objective of the rebuild was simple:
turn Valencia into a multi-competition powerhouse capable of winning every trophy consistently.

Across the 25 seasons, the vision was executed with relentless consistency, elite talent development, strategic recruitment, modern tactical systems, and structural stability.

SECTION 1 – LALIGA DOMINATION (2029–2044)

From 2029/30 through 2043/44, Valencia established one of the strongest domestic dynasties in FM history.

LaLiga Titles Won (15 seasons):



2043/44
2042/43
2040/41
2039/40
2038/39
2037/38
2036/37
2035/36
2034/35
2033/34
2032/33
2031/32
2030/31
2029/30

Key Themes of the League Era

1. Breaking the Barcelona–Madrid monopoly:
By 2031, Valencia was in full control of the league table, consistently finishing 1st or 2nd, and outscoring Real Madrid and Barcelona by massive margins.

2. Consistency over 38 games:
Your Valencia side routinely finished with 85–95 points every season, creating the type of point-accumulation rate only seen in elite dynasties.

3. The rise of Valencia as the new Spanish superpower:
By the late 2030s, Barcelona fell out of the title race, Real Madrid struggled to keep up, and Valencia stood alone as the superior tactical and sporting model in the country.

SECTION 2 – COPA DEL REY ERA (THE CUP MACHINE)


Copa del Rey Titles Won (10 seasons):

2043/44
2042/43
2041/42
2038/39
2035/36
2034/35
2032/33
2031/32
2030/31
2029/30

Valencia was overwhelmingly the strongest domestic cup side of the era. The squad depth, disciplined rotation, and tactical flexibility allowed the club to dominate knockout competitions with ease.

Real Madrid repeatedly reached finals but were consistently defeated. Barcelona also suffered heavily in these years, failing to win the cup multiple times due to Valencia’s superiority.

SECTION 3 – EUROPEAN DOMINANCE (THE VALENCIA EMPIRE)

This is where the dynasty becomes historic. The Champions League run is one of the most successful ever seen in an FM long-term save.

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE TITLES (10):



2043/44
2042/43
2041/42
2040/41
2039/40
2038/39
2035/36
2034/35
2031/32
2030/31

Notable Finals

Beating Benfica, Chelsea, Tottenham, Manchester City, and Real Madrid across multiple campaigns.

Dominating English giants in the early 2040s, especially Manchester City, Tottenham, and Arsenal.

The run from 2038 to 2042 is a historic five-in-a-row streak, which practically no FM user ever achieves.

Why was Europe conquered?

High-intensity tactical structure.

Elite recruitment from South America and Eastern Europe.

Long-term squad stability.

Peak-age players retained for full cycles.

This is undisputedly one of the greatest Champions League dynasties possible.

SECTION 4 – UEFA SUPER CUP (8 TITLES)



2043/44
2042/43
2041/42
2040/41
2039/40
2035/36
2034/35
2032/33

Beating Liverpool, Marseille, Real Madrid, Manchester City, Newcastle, and Hoffenheim across various finals reinforced Valencia’s status as Europe’s strongest club.

SECTION 5 – SUPERCOPA DE ESPAÑA (10 TITLES)



2040/41
2039/40
2038/39
2036/37
2035/36
2034/35
2033/34
2032/33
2031/32
2030/31

Another domestic competition where Valencia crushed the elite trio repeatedly. Barcelona and Real Madrid couldn’t keep up with your tactical consistency.

SECTION 6 – INTERCONTINENTAL CHAMPION (7 TITLES)



2043
2042
2041
2040
2039
2036
2035

The global stage was another area of dominance. Whether facing South American champions or Asian giants, Valencia always delivered.

Key recurring opponents included Libertad, Wydad Casablanca, and Al-Hilal.

Winning 7 world titles solidifies your club as a global footballing superpower.

SECTION 7 – MANAGERIAL CAREER STATS
6880 Days in Charge

This equals almost 19 years of continuous management at Valencia, showcasing the type of stability almost never seen in modern football.


Games Played: 1118

Wins: 733
Draws: 170
Losses: 215
Win Percentage: 65 percent
Goals Scored: 2481
Goals Conceded: 1063
Goal Difference: +1418
Cups Won: 46

This is the profile of a legendary FM manager.

Transfer Stats

Players Bought: 78

Total Transfer Spend: 1.31B

Players Sold: 88

Total Transfer Revenue: 1.46B

You achieved a positive transfer balance while building a Champions League dynasty.

Highest Fee Spent: 95M
Highest Fee Received: 103M

Zero financial mismanagement. You reinvested smartly, sold at peak value, and kept the wage structure controlled.

SECTION 8 – OVERALL DYNASTY SUMMARY

Across 25 seasons, Valencia won:

Major Titles

15 LaLiga titles

10 Copa del Rey titles

10 Champions League titles

8 UEFA Super Cups

10 Supercopa de España titles

7 Intercontinental Championships

Total Major Trophies: 60+

A superclub was built from scratch.

Key Success Pillars

Youth development and consistent squad evolution.

High tactical clarity for 20+ years.

Stability—one manager, one vision.

Smart long-term financial structure.

Elite continental mentality.


VALENCIA 25-SEASON TACTICAL BLUEPRINT
The Four-System Dynasty That Dominated Spain and Europe (FM26)

Across twenty-five seasons, the foundation of Valencia’s complete domination was not just elite squad building, but a four-tactic ecosystem designed for total adaptability. Each system had a purpose, a phase, and a strategic match scenario where it became the optimal weapon.

Below is the complete tactical architecture used to build one of the most successful FM saves ever recorded.

TACTIC 1 — “VALENCIA CLEAN SLATE” (Balanced 4-3-3 / 4-1-4-1)

The default control system for 70 percent of all matches.

This was your everyday engine — the tactic you used for almost every league match, early Champions League group games, and balanced situations where stability mattered more than risk.

Shape and Roles

Centre-forward pairing: CFD + CFD

Wingers playing as IF for inside threat

Double central midfield pairing: CM + AP

Single pivot: DM

Full-backs on WB to maintain width

Back four with two classic CBs

Core Principles

Balanced but assertive football
This system keeps midfield control without exposing the defence. It ensures territorial dominance against mid-table LaLiga sides.

Inside-forward channels
Both attacking wingers carry goal threat, especially Fernando and Hinestrosa. Their diagonal runs overload the box.

Double complete forwards
The CF pairing creates chaos through movement, link-up play, and vertical pressure.

Midfield craft
Robertha (AP) delivers progression, Flores (CM) stabilises, and Hartemann protects transitions.

Why It Works

It is consistent, safe, and adaptable. Over 25 seasons, this tactic accumulated the bulk of your league points.

This was your “baseline Valencia identity.”

TACTIC 2 — “VALENCIA CONTROL 4-3-3 TW” (Positive Mentality, Twin Wingers)


The shape used against weaker sides, especially at home.

When you wanted more control, more vertical pressure, and more goal volume, this was the system.

Shape and Roles

Lone striker: CFD

Double TWM (inverted wide playmakers)

Central midfield trio:

AP

CM

SDM

Wing-backs pushed high (PWB)

Ball-playing defence with BCB roles

Core Principles

Possession suffocation
This is a high-press, high-domination structure that pins opponents back.

Playmaker overload
With Flores (AP) and twin TWM roles, the final third becomes a constant wave of angled passing and late runners.

Wing-backs as auxiliary wingers
Rodriguez and El Khayari stretch defences, making space for central creators.

DM stability
Hartemann as SDM anchors everything and allows centre-backs to step higher.

When You Used It

Home games against bottom-half sides

Copa early rounds

Champions League group matches vs weaker teams

This tactic inflates goal difference and keeps squad morale sky-high.

TACTIC 3 — “VALENCIA POSITIVE 3-4-2-1” (Flexible, Playmaker-heavy)


The hybrid system for tactical matchups and Champions League away legs.

This was your “manager’s chess move” system. When opponents pressed high, or when you wanted structural superiority, you shifted into this 3-at-the-back model.

Shape and Roles

Back three: BCB – BCB – WCB

Wing-backs: PWB + PFB

Double pivot:

DLP

DM

Two creators in front:

AP

CM

Lone striker as CFD/TAM hybrid

Core Principles

Stability against elite clubs
This shape absorbed pressure beautifully against Real Madrid, Man City, Arsenal, and Bayern.

Triple-playmaker central structure
Flores (AP), Robertha (CM/AP), and Hartemann (DLP/DM) formed a passing triangle that consistently broke aggressive presses.

Wing-back overload on one flank
El Khayari provides width while Rodriguez becomes the progressive wide outlet.

A true European knockout shape
The WCB role gives a third man in build-up, making Valencia impossible to trap.

When You Used It

High-stakes away matches

Tight Champions League knockout ties

Mid-game tactical switches

This system won you multiple Champions League campaigns.



TACTIC 4 — “VALENCIA ATTACKING 4-3-3 PCM” (Aggressive Overload System)


The kill-shot tactic used to crush opponents when needed.

When you wanted to overwhelm an opponent, especially after scoring once, this was the lethal weapon.

Shape and Roles

False double forwards: CFD + CFD

IFs on both sides

Triple central midfield with two PCMs

Wing-backs pushed high with FB aggressive overlap

DM anchoring transitions

Core Principles

Relentless pressure
Two PCMs constantly recycle and push forward, keeping opponents locked into their half.

High defensive line and full-backs on full license
Valencia suffocates transitions and wins second balls easily.

Inside-forward finishing machine
Fernando and Hinestrosa thrive when the pace increases, scoring in waves.

Ideal for comeback attempts or finishing weaker teams

When You Used It

Chasing matches

Dominating relegation sides

When you smelled blood and wanted 4 or 5 goals

Late-game switches to bring energy and aggression

This tactic inflated your trophy count and helped maintain world-class morale.

TACTICAL SYSTEM SUMMARY
How the Four Tactics Worked Together

Your save was successful because you didn’t rely on a single tactic.
You built a tactical ecosystem, switching depending on:

Opponent quality

Venue

Player fatigue

Form

In-game momentum

Competition importance

This is what separates an average FM manager from a dynasty creator.

Overall Tactical Identity

Positional discipline

Intelligent wing-back usage

Multi-phase midfield dominance

Inside-forward goal dependency

Defensive stability across shapes

Across all four systems, one truth remains:
Valencia always controlled the central areas and forced opponents to react, not act.