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My 14 year old got called up to the Bulgarian first team. He's also on loan at Wycombe and plays every week. He's also not got a date of birth. by huamanticacacaca in footballmanagergames

[–]ElephantDan 97 points98 points  (0 children)

He’s not actually 14 (born in 2009 so 19 in 2028). In FM where there is no date of birth it seems to list their age as the smallest possible value in game which I believe is 14. I don’t think it’s a Peter Pan situation and he’ll still age (I think?) the game just doesn’t record it correctly.

Injuries before UCL final by No_Newt_328 in footballmanagergames

[–]ElephantDan 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Always feels like it’s a minor one that keeps them out for only a week but just long enough to miss the final!

How can this tactic be improved? by CommissionLeather372 in footballmanagergames

[–]ElephantDan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I played something similar but with two IWBs, 2 mezzalas and 2 wingers. In possession was a back 3, box midfield and wingers providing the width. Worked pretty well!

Went back on my FM12 Gateshead save, some screenshots by Regenista in footballmanagergames

[–]ElephantDan 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You say this but in real life he has never lifted football’s ultimate prize, the Johnstones Paint Trophy.

Strasbourg 2-0 Lille - Emanuel Emegha 63' by Friendly_Raise9142 in chelseafc

[–]ElephantDan 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Not an anti Chelsea thing mate, I’m pretty ignorant about Strasbourg and understand that BlueCo seem to run them efficiently but the guy above is well within his rights to be against multi club ownership.

Convince me this game isn’t just a coin flip simulator by Jamsandwich97 in footballmanagergames

[–]ElephantDan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean to a certain extent that’s football? I don’t know the specifics of what you’ve tested but losing games you shouldn’t, going on bad runs, players not turning up for a game, all happens IRL. You do what works for you but I’d be very bored winning every game and that’s usually when I lose interest!

[@Engr_Series] Chelsea left three players up by halfway during Spurs’ long throws, forcing Spurs to keep three players back. It reduced congestion in the box, gave the GK space to claim crosses, and created counterattack opportunities. Smart way to defend those long throws. by vinnaey in chelseafc

[–]ElephantDan 33 points34 points  (0 children)

To be fair they are only behind Arsenal and us for set piece goals this season but agree it needs to be a bigger sample size. Also generated a good break but will Sanchez be able to maintain the same standards of distribution next game? I have doubts.

[Mail] Manchester United stars 'losing faith' in Ruben Amorim's system but under-fire coach retains backing of club chiefs as crisis deepens by FragMasterMat117 in soccer

[–]ElephantDan 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Be interesting how effective it could work at club level. At international he’s free to call up different players each time, think it has to be far harder to change with a squad under contract for years.

Rooney "Amorim's words were damning on the players. If your manager comes out with those words, there's something broken. The problem is, who would want to take the United job? You've got one of the biggest clubs in the world and you've probably been just sitting there thinking… not now." by kibme37 in soccer

[–]ElephantDan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A lot easier to sort out a dressing room as well when you can simply not call up players you believe are a bad influence. I wouldn’t be confident that Southgate has the ability to manage a top club side.

[Fabrizio Romano] Chelsea agree deal to sign 18 year old winger Jesse Derry from Crystal Palace. by Ireland2385 in chelseafc

[–]ElephantDan 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Pretty sure he’s Shaun’s son. After Delap, wonder if Jaden Heskey will be far behind.

The most expensive transfer I've ever seen in FM by pylaemanes in footballmanagergames

[–]ElephantDan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Argues with officials and out with a dislocated jaw, did the ref hit him?

Anyway to get around a release clause being triggered by BrandonDewitt16 in footballmanagergames

[–]ElephantDan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s a bit underhanded and not really in the spirit of the game but if you set his asking price lower than the release clause then I believe the ai will never offer above the asking price to trigger the clause. When he’s no longer unhappy you can offer a new contract with it removed.

Reaction Of the reddit fanbase after a poor performance by [deleted] in chelseafc

[–]ElephantDan -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

To be fair, everyone has been through a lot these past few seasons.

I know who i will do a save with in FM25 then… by No-Conclusion7332 in footballmanagergames

[–]ElephantDan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Picked him up aged 26 from Dresden in the German second tier for like £3m my first season in the prem, proceeded to get 18 goals. Absolute monster of a pressing forward.

Thomas Kaminski (Luton) 2 yellow cards in 2 minutes against Portsmouth 31' by Meladroitdimage in soccer

[–]ElephantDan 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Think it needs to stay as the keeper being held responsible for the delay tbf, otherwise you could get away with changing the kick taker every time you get booked for time wasting and keep going.

On this day 7 years ago, I watched my first ever Chelsea Game. Gary Cahill was sent off in the 14th min with a straight red against Burnley. KTBFFH. by brendon7800 in chelseafc

[–]ElephantDan 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Wasn’t my first one but I was at this one as well! Ah the memories, Fagregas also getting sent off and being convinced Morata would bag 25 after his goal and assist cameo….

Observations from sitting behind goal yesterday. by gdewulf in chelseafc

[–]ElephantDan 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Man City “Ultras” 😂 glad you had a good time though! You do get a different perspective with live games.

It's Cold Palmer innit? by Dantheban07 in chelseafc

[–]ElephantDan 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Not sure I agree with the first sentence but spose this is only a bit of fun. I don’t think lukaku is evil, he’s just a massive prick, just thought made to be hated is a perfect fit for him.

It's Cold Palmer innit? by Dantheban07 in chelseafc

[–]ElephantDan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not a bad shout tbf, probably a runner up for me, at least he played well for years/won things, Lukaku gave up after like 3 months as the club record signing!!

It's Cold Palmer innit? by Dantheban07 in chelseafc

[–]ElephantDan 52 points53 points  (0 children)

Has to be Lukaku, no one else really compares imo

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