Football Manager Stories & Insights

Creative saves, honest reflections, and real talk about burnout, mental health, and the Football Manager community - welcome to theFFM.

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Hi, I’m Jenna.

I write about Football Manager with a mix of humour, honesty, and storytelling. Expect reflections on my own FM journey, experimental saves, and the occasional spreadsheet obsession.

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I also run WFFM, a site dedicated to women's football in Football Manager.

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Save Ideas

Too Many Save Ideas, Not Enough Me

FM26 is almost here with women’s football finally included. Exciting, right? Except I can’t pick a save: London City, lower-league slog, custom chaos, or abroad adventure. Too many ideas, not enough me.

Sep 28, 2025
Reflections

Quiet Doesn’t Mean Absent

A personal reflection on what it’s like being a quiet creator in a loud Football Manager world. For anyone who’s felt invisible, slow, or unsure where they fit - this is for you.

Jul 21, 2025
Reflections

Football Manager Burnout – Why I Walked Away from the Game

Burnt out from Football Manager? You’re not alone. This post explores why I took a step back from the game after years of obsession, and why I don’t regret it.

Jun 11, 2025
Save Ideas

5 Fresh Save Challenges to Keep FM24 Exciting Until FM26

No new game this year? No problem. These 5 FM24 challenges are designed to shake up your saves, test your creativity, and make Football Manager fun again.

Feb 23, 2025
News

FM25 Cancelled – What It Means for Football Manager

FM25 was cancelled, and the news hit hard. This post breaks down what happened and what we can expect next from Football Manager.

Feb 09, 2025
News

FM25 Delay – Have Sports Interactive Ghosted the Community?

It’s been silence from SI after the FM25 delay, and the community is left waiting. Here’s the timeline, reactions, and what this might mean for FM’s future.

Jan 24, 2025
Save Ideas

How to Fall Back in Love with Football Manager

Hit a wall with FM? This post shares ideas, challenges, and community tips to help you fall back in love with Football Manager.

Oct 18, 2024
Reflections

Football Manager & Mental Health: What Players Really Experience

What impact does Football Manager have on mental health? This player survey explores both the positive and negative effects of the game on well-being.

Sep 19, 2024
News

International Management in FM25 Removed – What’s Next?

SI has pulled international management from FM24, but it’s not the end. This blog looks into how FM25 could finally get it right.

Sep 05, 2024
Save Ideas

The Strangest Football Manager Database Ever Created

Ever wondered what FM would look like if logic didn’t exist? This chaotic database flips everything on its head, from luck-based scoring to leagues where losing is the goal.

Jul 15, 2024
Save Ideas

Manage the Oldest Clubs in Football Manager – A Historical Challenge

Travel back in time with the oldest clubs in Football Manager. Honour history, build a legacy, and reconnect with the roots of the beautiful game.

Jan 25, 2024
Tools

The Ultimate Football Manager Spreadsheet Tool – Build Better Squads Faster

Obsessed with data in FM? This powerful spreadsheet lets you scout, sort, and build better squads in minutes. A must-have tool for serious FM players.

Dec 29, 2023
Stories

DNAjax - Rebuilding Ajax in Football Manager 2022

DNAjax is an Ajax Football Manager rebuild focused on identity, youth, and consistency. Perfect for managers who love developing stars the Ajax way.

Nov 02, 2021

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