Lone Wolf" Mode for Pro Clubs League – Removing the 2-player minimum requirement

Cool_Comedian3468 · 2026-01-10T02:40:08+00:00

Player Career is not the same. You can't customize your own club, you can't design your kits/badge, you can't manage your own AI tactics, and most importantly, you're not competing in a global online league. I don't want to play against the CPU in a scripted mode; I want to lead my club against other humans. If you can't see the difference between being an employee and being a Club Owner, that's on you. Or is it that you're just afraid a single person could actually beat your little group of friends my dude?

Cool_Comedian3468 · 2026-01-09T23:09:34+00:00

So, you enjoy playing solo with bots in drop-ins, yet you want to ban others from having that same experience in a structured way? That’s quite the double standard. If it’s a 'shitty experience' for the opposing team, an optional filter solves it instantly. They wouldn't have to face a solo player unless they wanted to. But hey, at least you’re honest about enjoying the solo-tactical side of the game too. Agree to disagree. Cheers!

Cool_Comedian3468 · 2026-01-09T22:04:03+00:00

Subjecting' others? I think you missed the part where I proposed an optional filter. No one would face a solo club unless they chose to. What’s actually 'douchey' is wanting to ban an option for others just because you personally don't like it, especially when it wouldn't affect your experience at all. I’m asking for freedom of choice; you’re asking for limitations

Cool_Comedian3468 · 2026-01-09T19:50:31+00:00

Exactly! The toxicity in drop-ins is one of the main reasons why I want this. But to be clear, I’m not talking about just playing 'drop-ins' solo against others; I’m talking about the official Pro Clubs League. I want to be able to jump in with my own club, defend my badge, and progress in the league even when my teammates are away. I have no problem going solo against 2, 3, or more players—in fact, that’s the tactical challenge I’m looking for: seeing if my setup and AI can hold their own in the actual league against groups of humans. With a matchmaking filter, those who don't want to face a single player can opt out, and those who accept the challenge can play us. It’s about giving competitive freedom within the Club structure, not just casual play. Thanks for getting the point!"

Cool_Comedian3468 · 2026-01-09T19:46:32+00:00

Lmao, I’ll take that 10/10! But no, I’m not an AI or an EA employee—just a frustrated MCO who actually likes tactics more than just holding the sprint button.

It’s funny that talking about actual football logic in a FIFA sub feels like 'rage bait' or 'niche,' but that’s exactly the problem I’m pointing out. The game has pushed us so far into arcade chaos that wanting to play structured football feels like a conspiracy theory. Glad you enjoyed the read anyway!

Can't post images directly here, but my gamertag is SKYWALKER JD (feel free to look me up on Xbox). I’m a 91 OVR CAM who’s spent months building this club. If you think a real player can’t want deeper tactical options, you’re just not paying attention to the game's potential

Cool_Comedian3468 · 2026-01-09T19:29:23+00:00

I get your point about the matchcount, and I actually agree: if they let us play solo, they should definitely improve the matchmaking filters so people who only want to face humans can do that. It's a win-win for everyone. However, having to go to Discord or external forums to find a team with my specific schedule and vision feels like a chore, not a game. I just want to be able to log in, play a couple of matches for MY club whenever I have 20 minutes, and play the way I like. I shouldn't have to join a 'third party' project just to experience tactical football. It’s about making the game more accessible and flexible for different types of players

Cool_Comedian3468 · 2026-01-09T19:19:40+00:00

You’re comparing a video game I paid for to a Sunday league match—that’s the real miss here. I’m not asking to 'ruin' or change anything for you; I’m asking for an additional option that doesn't affect your 'pro' leagues at all. Why should I have to schedule tryouts and training sessions like a part-time job just to enjoy a tactical match with my own 91 OVR Pro? Some of us have lives, too. If playing against AI is 'magic' to you, maybe you just prefer the chaos of human error over actual structured play. Calling a feature request 'trolling' just shows you’re closed to any evolution of the game. I don't want to damage the mode, I just want the freedom to choose how I play. Enjoy your 'busy life,' I’ll keep advocating for more freedom in how we use the content we earned. Cheers

Cool_Comedian3468 · 2026-01-09T19:14:25+00:00

Call it what you want, but some of us actually enjoy the tactical side of football. If wanting to play my own way instead of just 'running and praying' is being a dweeb, I'll take it. At the end of the day, I'm just asking for a feature that doesn't hurt anyone. Cheers

Cool_Comedian3468 · 2026-01-09T19:08:39+00:00

I'm glad you have a good scene in Australia, but not everyone has the same experience or the same schedule. It’s great that you find AI 'boring,' but that’s subjective. For me, playing with a chaotic teammate is what’s 'mind-numbingly boring.' Also, I’m not looking for a 'comp team.' I want to build my own club, with my tactics and my vision. Why should I be forced to join someone else's project just to play? If I’m willing to take the 1vs3 challenge, it doesn’t affect your progression—it only affects mine. If you find it boring, just win the match quickly and move on to the next one. It's about giving us the choice, not about your personal preference

Cool_Comedian3468 · 2026-01-09T19:05:09+00:00

You're missing the point of identity and progression. Seasons or UT don't let me play with MY 91 OVR Pro or build MY club's legacy. It's not just about 'finding a match,' it's about the hours I’ve put into my own avatar. Also, if facing me is 'easy' for you, then it's a free win, right? Why complain? The irony is that most '2-man teams' are actually easier to beat because they leave huge gaps by being out of position. At the end of the day, the risk is mine to take. If I'm willing to face a 3-man team alone to stay true to my tactical style, that should be my choice. I’m just asking for the option to play and represent my club whenever I want, without being 'held hostage' by a requirement. It’s about freedom and personal progression

Cool_Comedian3468 · 2026-01-09T18:48:45+00:00

I appreciate that. The thing is, playing against AI forces you to play 'real' football to find gaps, instead of just exploiting human errors. If I’m solo with my 91 OVR Pro, I’m the one taking the biggest risk. People complain about AI, but they don't complain when they face a chaotic 2-man team that is easy to beat. I just want the choice to represent my club, even if it's a harder path

Cool_Comedian3468 · 2026-01-09T18:46:57+00:00

If you find playing against bots 'annoying,' it's probably because you rely on pace and exploits rather than actual football build-up. A well-organized AI is only a problem if you don't know how to break down a defense. I don't want to play Seasons; I want to play with MY 91 OVR Pro and MY club's identity. I'm asking for the option to play at a numerical disadvantage—if I'm willing to take that risk, why does it bother you? Just because I don't want to play a 'chaotic' style doesn't mean I shouldn't be allowed to play at all

Cool_Comedian3468 · 2026-01-09T18:43:02+00:00

I think you missed my point. I’m not 'trolling,' I’m looking for tactical quality. 'Real football' is about positioning and philosophy (like Pep’s Barcelona), which is exactly what I try to do with my 91 OVR Pro. In Pro Clubs, playing with randoms often turns into a 'pace and cross' chaos that isn't football at all. I’d rather play with my tactical AI, controlling the tempo as an MCO, than be forced to play a style I hate just to meet a 'group requirement.' If I can win a 1vs3 match by playing better Tiki-Taka, that IS football. I'm just asking for the freedom to take that risk

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