AFC Nation League 26.3.1

The system features a fully functional Promotion and Relegation system across 4 divisions, seeded by nation reputation and performance:

🏆 The Elite: Nations League Div. A (6 Clubs)
Where the top 6 giants of Asian football battle for the ultimate crown.

Format: Single group stage. The bottom team is automatically relegated to Div. B.

Contenders: Australia, Iran, Japan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Korea.

🔥 The Battleground: Nations League Div. B (16 Clubs)
The most competitive division with 16 teams evenly split into 4 groups (A, B, C, D).

Format: Group winners earn direct promotion to Div. A. Bottom teams face relegation to Div. C.

Group C (The Group of Death): Features a highly competitive lineup including North Korea, Syria, UAE, and Vietnam. A perfect challenge for managers looking to break into the elite tier.

Other Groups:

Group A: Jordan, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Thailand.

Group B: China PR, Oman, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan.

Group D: Bahrain, Iraq, Kuwait, Palestine.

📈 The Contenders: Nations League Div. C (10 Clubs)
Consists of 10 teams divided into 2 groups (A and B).

Format: Group winners secure promotion to Div. B. The lowest-performing teams must fight for survival in the Bottom Playoff.

ASEAN Rivalries: Packed with Southeast Asian powerhouses like Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, and Singapore, guaranteeing fierce regional derbies.

🌱 The Development Stage: Nations League Div. D (15 Clubs)
The foundation of the pyramid, featuring 15 emerging nations split into 3 groups, all fighting for a chance to climb up to Div. C.

Teams include: Bhutan, Brunei, Cambodia, Chinese Taipei, Laos, Maldives, Mongolia, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Timor-Leste, and more.

✨ KEY FEATURES
Realistic Calendar Integration: The tournament kicks off in September 2026 and perfectly aligns with standard FIFA dates, ensuring zero scheduling conflicts with club competitions.

Iconic Venues: High-profile matches are set to take place in Asia's most massive stadiums, such as the Melbourne Cricket Ground (97,474 capacity) and the May Day Stadium (114,000 capacity).

The Ultimate Long-Term Challenge: Whether you want to guide Vietnam out of a tough Div. B, lead an underdog from Div. D to the top flight, or maintain dominance with Japan, this database offers immense replay value.

💾 INSTALLATION GUIDE

How to install: Move the .fmf file to your Documents/Sports Interactive/Football Manager 2026/editor data directory. Make sure to check/enable this file when setting up a new career game.