Football Manager...
and everything else.
I'm Jenna, and I spend a lot of time playing Football Manager, following football and making spreadsheets for things that probably don't need spreadsheets. There's other stuff on here too, depending on what I've got obsessed with lately.
Latest from theFFM.
WSL Fantasy Players to Watch: The Rolling Watchlist – Leg 2
Is FM27 Going to Make Football Manager Slightly Less Faffy?
Non League Manager: First Impressions
Football Manager.
Twenty-plus years of playing, plenty of spreadsheets, far too many save ideas and an ongoing attempt to make sense of the game.
FM27 Pre-Order
Release date, early access and discounts.
ORDER FM27 TOOLS & DATA βThe Ultimate Football Manager Spreadsheet
Analyse players and build better squads.
FM27 COMING SOON WOMEN'S FOOTBALL βFemale Staff Shortlist
Find women coaches, scouts and more for your saves.
FM27 COMING SOONIs FM27 Going to Make Football Manager Slightly Less Faffy?
Fewer clicks, clearer menus and more useful information.
A look at whether FM27's redesigned interface will finally make everyday tasks less of a faff.
I Have a Problem with Womenβs Football in FM
I've barely played the women's game in FM26, but I still see so much potential.
What does FM27 need to do to make me want to keep climbing?
Too Many Save Ideas, Not Enough Me
London City Lionesses, lower-league adventures, custom clubs and managing both sides of the same club. Too many FM26 save ideas, not nearly enough time, and absolutely no ability to make a decision.
REFLECTIONS 18 October 2024How to Fall Back in Love with Football Manager
Lost your Football Manager motivation?
From fresh databases and save challenges to taking a break, here are some ways to rediscover the fun of playing.
WSL Fantasy.
A new Fantasy game, plenty of players to discover and an awful lot of decisions to get wrong. Follow my WSL Fantasy journey, from learning how the game works to finding player picks, tracking performances and searching for the next bargain.
WSL Fantasy 2026/27 Explained
Everything you need to know about squad rules, scoring, transfers, chips and matchday management.
READ THE BEGINNER'S GUIDE βWSL Fantasy Watchlist
Players worth keeping an eye on, from premium picks and budget options to differentials and potential bargains.
Beyond FM.
A growing collection of games and first impressions
beyond Football Manager.
This section will keep growing
as I discover new games and find more things to play.
NLM: A New Kind of Football Manager
An introduction to Non League Manager, its key features and what makes managing at non-league level different.
NLM PART ONE NON LEAGUE MANAGER βNon League Manager: First Impressions
A hands-on look at NLM's gameplay, covering squad management, tactics, training, recruitment, finances and matchdays.
NLM PART TWOThe Personal Side.
A little less football, a little more me.
Personal reflections on gaming,
finding your place and figuring things out.
Quiet Doesnβt Mean Absent
On being quiet, overthinking everything, comparing yourself to others and wanting to feel included without always knowing how to show up.
21 JULY 2025 FOOTBALL MANAGER βFootball Manager Burnout - Why I Walked Away from the Game
What happens when a game you've loved for years stops clicking, and why taking a break doesn't mean giving up.
11 JUNE 2025 COMMUNITY & WELLBEING βFootball Manager & Mental Health: What Players Really Experience
A survey exploring how Football Manager affects players' mental health, from relaxation and friendships to stress and time spent playing.
19 SEPTEMBER 2024Got something in mind?
I'm open to hearing about interesting projects, collaborations and opportunities connected to football, gaming and the things I write about here.
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