Introduction
Hi my name is CrusaderTsar and I’ve been playing Football Manager since 2014 and been a long-time follower of this forum. I finally decided to dip my feet in and write a series following my first long-term save in FM 2019. I plan to start a somewhat open discussion of Dynamo Kiev club and my tactics. I intend to post regular updates on my squad and results as well as welcome feedback on how to improve my tactics and training. Continue reading
I was actually amazed at how much money you can make from friendlies. This particular method is perfect for lower league clubs who would usually struggle with finances over the course of the season.
In this guide I will take a scenario where no friendlies are played after the season has started, and a club that play regular friendlies and look at the positives and negatives for both. I will select a club which don’t have the greatest of finances and go from there.
Club DNA
The first question you might ask is what sort of player you will need to recreate Lobanovsky’s system, or indeed any kind of “gegenpressing” tactic, work. Primarily you want players with as much Stamina, Workrate and Determination as possible. I’m looking for something in 14-16 range ideally. As long as they are gifted in that trio, they will run their hearts out in whatever system you employ. Although, it helps if you use fitting team instructions and roles to get the best out them (more on that later).
The MLS is in its 22nd season, and the league is thriving better than ever. However, there are many leagues below it including the USL and PDL etc. What if they had a four-tier promotion and relegation system? We put it to FM19 and here’s what it thinks…
Will we see cup shocks? Who will win the league and who will be relegated?!
In order to build a squad which fits the Philosophy I spoke about in Part Two it is important to remember two things:-
With this in mind, I want to walk you through exactly how I plan on building and improving my squad over the next few seasons, and the tools that I’m using to help me get to where I want to be
With the new installment of Football Manager, everybody wants to become the best manager of all time. That will naturally take time in game and requires lots of effort from players. These guides will help you to accelerate this process whilst we do the leg-work for you and give you the best tips for 2019.
These guides on Youth Development will cover all areas of the game regarding producing young players. I plan to make a few of these articles as covering all the information in one article might be a bit overwhelming! I plan to make guides on the following topics and will link them as I complete them:
1. Introduction: Regens/Newgens and Youth Ratings for top Countries and Clubs.
2. Scouting: Youth Intakes, What to look for in young players and how to sign them.
3. Facilities: How to improve your facilities to maximize your youth academy.
3. Development: How to grow and develop young talent and knowing when to offload.
With all the new changes this year, FM19 can feel a bit overwhelming at times. I decided that first things first, I should make my team solid at the back, and build from that foundation. So far as Trapani in Serie C/C I have conceded 8 goals in 19 games, keeping 14 clean sheets along the way. In this article I will try and sum up how I have achieved this.
What do Carragher and Giggs have in common?
In recent years many fans and former professionals have complained and spoke about the lack of loyalty from players, this has led me to think about which premier league players are still/have returned to the club they currently are contracted too.
People often speak about Ryan Giggs being the ultimate Manchester United hero because of his long commitment to Manchester United. Alas, nowadays is there anyone who follows that standard?
So after a little bit of research I’ve found enough (just) to put together a XI of home grown players who have come through the academy of their current club.
This sounds like a bold plan full of radical ideas. Please let me assure you that it isn’t. Coming up with your own plan for training in FM19 is rewarding, if you put all the options into context. To help yourself, try to incorporate the three main aims: developing, motivating and conditioning your players correctly. Continue reading
I spoke in Part Deux about a Philosophy which I want to implement at the club, focused around incisive play, good decisions and the ‘Five Pillars’ of Strength, Determination, Decisions, Composure and Technique. As part of this philosophy, I have had to take some time to decide how to implement that philosophy at Red Star, and how I am going to recruit and develop our players in a way which models the youth systems I spoke about in Part One.
