Full Name: Marcos Arouca da Silva
Position: M C
Description: Midfielder
Age: 20
Team: Fluminense
Nationality: Brazil
Other Nationalities: None
International Caps: 41 U21 Caps
Value: £3.3m
Sale Value: Minimum Fee Release Clause - £12.5m
Personality: Professional
Preferred Moves:
Height: 1.69m
Weight: 65kg
Full Name: Aaron Niguez Escaplez
Position: AMC/FC
Description: Wonderkid
Age: 20
Team: Valencia Mestalla
Nationality: Spain
Other Nationalities: None
International Caps: 17 U21 Caps 10 goals (2009)
Value: £18m in 2009
Sale Value: 10m
Personality: Professional
Preferred Moves:
Height: 177cm
Weight: 73kg
This player has made a massive impact within my team making the starting line up over the other wonderkids within my team!
Full Name: Bruno Fernandes das Dores de Souza
Position: GK
Description: Goalkeeper
Age: 22
Team: Atlético Mineiro
Nationality: Brazil
Other Nationalities: None
International Caps:
Value:
Sale Value:
Personality: Ambitious
Preferred Moves:
Height: 1.90m
Weight: 80kg
Full Name: David Luiz
Position: D C
Description: Center Back
Age: 20
Team: Benfica
Nationality: Brazilian
Other Nationalities:
International Caps:
Value:
Sale Value:
Personality:
Preferred Moves:
Height:
Weight:
Very Good!!
Full Name: Eduardo da Silva Nascimento Neto
Position: D LC, WB L, DM, AM LC (natural positions are DC and DM)
Description: Centre-back
Age: 18
Team: Bahia
Nationality: Brazil
Other Nationalities: None
International Caps: Brazil U20s
Value: 350K (in Euro)
Sale Value: 450K (in Euro)
Personality: Fairly Determined
Preferred Moves: Runs With Ball Down Left, Gets Into Opposition Area, Gets Forward Whenever Possible
Height: 1,83 m
Weight: 78 kg
A must-buy tool for any team. A brilliant player with high average ratings and great scout ratings. He was pure quality back in FM2007 as well.
Full Name: Gabriel Obertan
Position: AM RL, FC
Description: Winger
Age: 18
Team: Girondins Bordeaux
Nationality: France
Other Nationalities: None
International Caps: Uncapped
Value: £3,700,000
Sale Value: Unknown
Personality: Fairly Determined
Preferred Moves:
Height: 186cm
Weight: 76 kg
Good starting stats for a youngster, rated to be as good as Joe Cole.
Full Name: Gabriel Torje
Position: AM R, ST
Description: Winger
Age: 17
Team: Poli 1921
Nationality: Romania
Other Nationalities: None
International Caps: Capped at U-21 level
Value: N/A
Sale Value: 2M (in Euro)
Personality: Fairly Loyal
Preferred Moves: Places shots, cuts inside, gets crowd going
Height: 1.68m
Weight: 64kg
Becomes wonderkid before too long.
Full Name: Georginio Wijnaldum
Position: AM RLC
Description: Midfielder
Age: 16
Team: Feyenoord
Nationality: Holland
Other Nationalities: None
International Caps: Capped at U-19 level
Value: 120K (in Euro)
Sale Value: Unknown
Personality: Ambitious
Preferred Moves: None
Height: 1.77 m
Weight: 79 kg
Full Name: Gerard Pique Bernabeu
Position: D C (Natural) / DM (Accomplished)
Description: Wonderkid
Age: 20
Team: Man Utd
Nationality: Spain
Other Nationalities: None
International Caps: Uncapped
Value: 6.5M (in Euro)
Sale Value: Unknown
Personality: Ambitious
Preferred Moves: Tries long range passes, Tries to play way out of trouble, Does not dive into tackles
Height: 1,91 m
Weight: 82 kg
This kid is a wonderkid and can play DM if you give him proper training. When he turns 23-24, you would be surprise how good Pique will be. Oh yea, hes very reliable too. Make sure not to sell this player or you will regret that is if you're playing Manchester United.
Excellent young player CB / DM
Full Name: Henri Saivet
Position: AM RL, FC
Description: Promising Striker
Age: 16
Team: Girondins Bordeaux
Nationality: France
Other Nationalities: Senegale
International Caps: Uncapped
Value: £575,000
Sale Value: £575,000
Personality: Fairly Ambitious
Preferred Moves: None
Height: 1,75 m
Weight: 66 kg
Was described to me (Chelsea) as having the potential to be better than Didier Drogba.
Full Name: Joe Mattock
Position: WB L
Description: Full-back
Age: 17
Team: Bolton
Nationality: England
Other Nationalities: None
International Caps: Uncapped
Value: 1.5M
Sale Value: 2.5M
Personality: Professional
Preferred Moves:
Height:
Weight:
HE IS RECOMMENDED PLAYER FROM MY BEST SCOUT..
IS HE REALLY WONDERKID???
Full Name: Luka Modric
Position: AM RLC
Description: Midfielder
Age: 21
Team: Dinamo
Nationality: Croatia
Other Nationalities: None
International Caps: 16 Caps / 2 Goals
Value: £1.5m
Sale Value: Unknown
Personality: Professional
Preferred Moves:
Height: 1.73m
Weight: 74kg
Full Name: Mathieu Debuchy
Position: AM RL
Description: Enthusiastic winger
Age: 21
Team: LOSC Lille Metropole
Nationality: France
Other Nationalities: None
International Caps: France U-21s
Value: 7,5M (in Euro)
Sale Value: Unknown
Personality: Resolute
Preferred Moves: None
Height: 1,87 m
Weight: 72 kg
Full Name: Mario Balotelli
Position: ST
Description: Striker
Age: 16
Team: Inter
Nationality: Italy
Other Nationalities: Ghanaian
International Caps: Uncapped
Value: 3.5M
Sale Value: 7M
Personality:
Preferred Moves: Tries Tricks
Height: 1,88m
Weight: 81
Full Name: Mika Aaritalo
Position: AM RL, ST
Description: Forward
Age: 21
Team: Turun Palloseura
Nationality: Finland
Other Nationalities: None
International Caps: Uncapped
Value: Unknown
Sale Value: 525K (in Euro)
Personality: Ambitious
Preferred Moves: Runs with ball down left, gets forward whenever possible, likes to beat man repeatedly
Height: 1,88 m
Weight: 78 kg
Full Name: Manoel Morais Amorim
Position: AM RLC
Description: Cultured midfielder
Age: 23
Team: Vasco
Nationality: Brazil
Other Nationalities: None
International Caps: Uncapped
Value: 6.25M (in Euro)
Sale Value: Unknown
Personality: Fairly determined
Preferred Moves: Moves Into Channels, Plays One-Twos, Dwells On Ball, Tries Long Range Passes
Height: 1,69 m
Weight: 62 kg
AMLR, this young kid is ace... worth millions after a season or 2 depending on your team.
Full Name: Pablo Piatti
Position: AMC
Description: Flamboyant midfielder
Age: 18
Team: Estudiantes (LP)
Nationality: Argentinian
Other Nationalities: Italian
International Caps: Uncapped
Value: £100k
Sale Value: £100k
Personality: Determined
Preferred Moves:
Height: 5'5"
Weight: 58kg
Bought for Sheff United despite interest from Roma, Lazio and Inter. Pay him enough and he will join. Scored 12 in 22 games from AMC position in Championship. Performs just as well in Premiership as well
Full Name: Rabiu Ibrahim
Position: AM C
Description: Promising midfielder
Age: 16
Team: Sporting CP
Nationality: Nigeria
Other Nationalities: None
International Caps: Uncapped
Value: 50K
Sale Value: Unknown
Personality: Jovial
Preferred Moves: Tries tricks
Height: 1,67 m
Weight: 58 kg
He is a very talented individual, I discovered him at the age of 16. Bought him at the age of 18 for $475K and he scored 4 goals in 4 games.
Full Name: Sebastian Giovinco
Position: AM LC, FC
Description: Playmaker Forward
Age: 20
Team: Juventus (On Loan at Empoli)
Nationality: Italian
Other Nationalities: None
International Caps: Uncapped
Value: 8M
Sale Value: 14M
Personality:
Preferred Moves: Tries Tricks
Height: 1,64
Weight:
Brilliant Attacking Mid, Striker or Winger on both sides (He trains to AMR very quickly). Starts the game with 20 dribbling and agility.
Full Name: Steven Defour
Position: AM C
Description: Flamboyant midfielder
Age: 19
Team: Standard
Nationality: Belgium
Other Nationalities: None
International Caps: 9 caps / 0 goals
Value: 1,2M (in Euro)
Sale Value: 4,2M (in Euro)
Personality: Fairly determined
Preferred Moves: None
Height: 1,74 m
Weight: 64 kg
He plays for a club from Belgium called standard liege. quality signing and is only 19, stats are immense for his age too. He might be AM C but he plays best as CM though.
Full Name: Thiago de Nacimiento Alcantara
Position: M RC
Description: Promising midfielder
Age: 16
Team: Barcelona
Nationality: Brazil
Other Nationalities: Spain
International Caps: Uncapped
Value: 0 (in Euro)
Sale Value: Possibly free
Personality: Ambitious
Preferred Moves: None
Height: 1,83 m
Weight: 82 kg
His stats are a bit low in the beginning, but he will improve fast. By the time he reaches 18, he would be ready to get some matches in the first team. He has Spanish nationality, so he won't count as a foreign player. If he can be as good as he was in FM2007, then getting him for free is more than a good deal.
Full Name: Thiago Neves
Position: AM LC
Description: Midfielder
Age: 22
Team: Fluminense (on loan from Parana)
Nationality: Brazil
Other Nationalities: None
International Caps: Uncapped
Value: 6.75M (in Euro)
Sale Value: Unknown
Personality: Fairly determined
Preferred Moves: Tries long range passes
Height: 1,82 m
Weight: 70 kg
Full Name: Tom Huddlestone
Position: DM
Description: Midfielder
Age: 20
Team: Tottenham Hotspur
Nationality: England
Other Nationalities: None
International Caps: Capped at U-21 level
Value: Unknown
Sale Value: £6M
Personality: Spirited
Preferred Moves:
Height: 188cm
Weight: 71kg
Described as having the potential to be as good as Michael Essien.
Give a try!!!
Some Best Young Player in FM 2008
The History of the beautiful game - tactics - modern formations
4-3-3
The 4-3-3 was a development of the 4-2-4, and was played by the Brazilian national team in the 1962 World Cup. The extra player in midfield allowed a stronger defence, and the midfield could be staggered for different effects. The three midfielders normally play closely together to protect the defence, and move laterally across the field as a coordinated unit. The three forwards split across the field to spread the attack, and are expected to "tackle back". When used from the start of a game, this formation is widely regarded as encouraging defensive play, and should not be confused with the practice of modifying a 4-4-2 by bringing on an extra forward to replace a midfield player when behind in the latter stages of a game.
A staggered 4-3-3 involving a defensive midfielder (usually numbered 4 or 6) and two attacking midfielders (numbered 8 and 10) was commonplace in Italy, Argentina and Uruguay during the 1960s and 1970s. The Italian variety of 4-3-3 was simply a modification of WM, by converting one of the two wing-halves to a libero (sweeper), whereas the Argentine and Uruguayan formations were derived from 2-3-5 and retained the notional attacking centre-half. The national team which made this famous was the Dutch team of the 1974 and 1978 World Cups, even though the team won neither.
In club football, the team that brought this formation to the forefront was the famous Ajax Amsterdam team of the early 1970s, which won three European Cups with Johan Cruyff. Chelsea have used this formation to great effect under José Mourinho in the time he has been at the club. While getting his team to constantly press the opposition when defending, he also likes the two wingers to come back to create a 4-5-1 formation.
4-4-2
This adaptable formation is the most common in football today. The midfielders are required to work hard to support both the defense and the attack: one of the central midfielders is expected to go upfield as often as possible to support the forward pair, while the other will play a "holding role", shielding the defence; the two wide midfield players must move up the flanks to the goal line in attacks and yet also protect the fullback wide defenders. It is a very popular formation in Britain especially where it is sometimes called a &裟flat-back 4&裟.
4-4-2 diamond or 4-3-1-2
The 4-4-2 diamond (also described as 4-1-2-1-2 or 4-3-1-2) staggers the midfield. The width in the team has to come from the full-backs pushing forwards.
4-4-1-1
A variation of 4-4-2 with one of the strikers playing &裟in the hole&裟, or as a &裟second striker&裟, slightly behind their partner. The second striker is generally a more creative player, the playmaker
4-3-2-1 (the &裟Christmas Tree&裟 formation)
This is another variation of the 4-4-2, commonly described as the &裟Christmas Tree&裟 formation. Another forward is brought on for a midfielder to play &裟in the hole&裟. so leaving two forwards slightly behind the most forward striker. Terry Venables, first brought in this system throughout England&裟s Euro 96 campaign. Glenn Hoddle then used this formation poorly during his time in charge of the England national football team and since then the formation has lost its popularity in England.
5-3-2
This formation has three central defenders (possibly with one acting as a sweeper.) This system is heavily reliant on the wing-backs providing width for the team. The two wide full-backs act as wing-backs. It is their job to work their flank along the full length of the pitch, supporting both the defence and the attack.
5-3-2 with Sweeper or 1-4-3-2
A variant of the above, this involves a more withdrawn sweeper, who may join the midfield, and more advanced full-backs.
3-4-3
Using a 3-4-3 the midfielders expected to split their time between attacking and defending. Having only three dedicated defenders means that if the opposing team breaks through the midfield, they will have a greater chance to score than with a more conventional defensive configuration, such as 4-5-1 or 4-4-2. However, the three forwards allow for a greater concentration on offense. This formation is used by more offensive-minded teams. To use this effectively a team must have 3 defenders which can hold their own and a keeper who is not afraid to leave the box.
3-5-2
This formation is similar to 5-3-2 except that the two wingmen are oriented more towards the attack. Because of this, the central midfielder tends to remain further back in order to help prevent counter-attacks. It differs from the classical 3-5-2 of the WW by having a non-staggered midfield. It was used for the first time at international level by the Argentinian coach Carlos Salvador Bilardo in the FIFA World Cup Mexico 1986[citation needed]. Many teams also use a central attacking midfielder and two defensive midfielders, so the midfielders form a W formation.
3-6-1
This uncommon but modern formation obviously focuses in the ball possession in the midfield. In fact, it is very rare to see it as an initial formation, as it is better used to keep results. Its more common variant is 3-4-2-1, which uses two wingbacks and a square of two centre midfielder and two playmakers. The latter ones can switch for the free roles, performing as a second striker or helping the centre midfielders in order to keep the ball under their control. When there are no spaces in the centre, the wingbacks must provide crosses from deep-line to the forward, as well as protection from the forward runs from the opposition wingers/fullbacks. The lone forward must be tactically gifted, because he is not only focused in scoring, but to play back to the goal to assist with back passes to his teammates. Once the team is leading the game, the tactics focuses even more in ball control, short passes and time wasting. On the other hand, when the team is losing, at least one of the playmakers will play more often in the edge of the area to add depth to the attack. Guus Hiddink is one of the few coaches who has used this formation.
4-5-1
4-5-1 could be seen as a defensive formation, however if the two midfield wingers play a more attacking role it can be likened to 4-3-3. The formation can be used to grind out 0-0 draws or preserve a lead, as the packing of the centre midfield makes it difficult for the opposition to build-up play. Because of the &裟closeness&裟 of the midfield, the opposing team&裟s forwards will often be starved of possession. However, due to the lone striker, the centre of the midfield does have the responsibility of pushing forward as well. The defensive midfielder will often control the pace of the game.
A modification of this formation is also used by José Mourinho&裟s Chelsea F.C. side. This modified version is the 4-1-4-1 where only one striker is used and the wingers are given the responsibility of moving the ball forward and attacking. A holding midfielder is also positioned in front of the back four. This provides freedom for the rest of the team to move forward and attack as the defense will be "protected" by the holding midfielder.
4-2-3-1
This formation is widely used by Spanish and French sides: it is a defensive formation which is quite flexible, as both the side midfielders and the fullbacks may join the attack, usually on the counter. In defense, this formation is similar to the 4-5-1. It is used to maintain possession of the ball and stopping opponent attacks by controlling the midfield area of the field. The lone striker may be very tall and strong to hold the ball up as his midfielders and fullbacks join him in attack. The striker could also be very fast. In these cases, the opponent&裟s defense will be forced to fall back early, thereby leaving space for the offensive central midfielder. This formation is used especially when a playmaker is to be highlighted.
5-4-1
This is a particularly defensive formation, with an isolated forward and a packed defense. Again however, a couple of attacking fullbacks can make this formation resemble something like a 3-4-3.
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How to get 7 stars in all training categories
So, here is my go at it. I try to be more simple and specific, including recommended coaches. All in all, you are going to need 9 coaches, 1 of them could be your assistant manager (maybe for the hardest training part, which is Set Pieces). So, choose them wisely and remember that you can use the same coaches for your youth squad (no need to buy more there).
Training Categories
Strength
You need to get 1 Fitness Coach who has 18-20 at "Fitness" Coaching statistic. And then assign him only to Strength.
A recommended and reasonably cheap candidate is Michael Brouwers.
Aerobic
You need to get 1 Fitness Coach who has 18-20 at "Fitness" Coaching statistic. And then assign him only to Aerobic.
A recommended and reasonably cheap candidate is Christian Jahan.
Goalkeeping
You need to get 1 Goalkeeping Coach who has 18-20 at "Coaching Goalkeepers" Coaching statistic. And then assign him only to Goalkeeping, you cannot assign him anywhere else anyway.
A recommended and reasonably cheap candidate is Arpe Boerma.
Tactics
You need to get 1 Coach who has 18-20 at "Tactical" Coaching statistic. And then assign him only to Tactics.
A recommended and reasonably cheap candidate is Luc Rabat.
Ball Control
You need to get 1 Coach who has 18-20 at "Technique" Coaching statistic and 15-20 at "Mental" Coaching statistic. And then assign him only to Ball Control.
A recommended and reasonably cheap candidate is Atanas Kikyov.
Defending
You need to get 1 Coach who has 18-20 at "Defending" Coaching statistic and 15-20 at "Tactical" Coaching statistic. And then assign him only to Defending.
A recommended and reasonably cheap candidate is Guido Vergeylen.
Attacking
You need to get 1 Coach who has 18-20 at "Attacking" Coaching statistic. And then assign him only to Attacking.
A recommended and reasonably cheap candidate is Olivier Dall&裟Oglio.
Shooting
You need to get 1 Coach who has 18-20 at "Technique" Coaching statistic and 15-20 at "Tactical" Coaching statistic. And then assign him only to Shooting.
A recommended and reasonably cheap candidate is Michel Albaladejo.
Set Pieces
Probably the hardest category to get 7 stars. You need to get 1 Coach who has 18-20 at "Technique" Coaching statistic and 15-20 at "Mental" Coaching statistic and 15-20 at "Attacking" Coaching statistic. And then assign him only to Set Pieces.
A recommended and reasonably cheap candidate is Diolei Candido.
Have fun reaching 7 stars in all your training categories
thank so muck to mate
Beginner Level - Assistant Manager
When viewing your team screen you can get your Assistant Manager's assessment of your squad by selecting 'Get Team Report' from the actions menu.
You can get your Assistant Manager to arrange pre-season friendly games by selecting 'Manager' -> 'Options' from the menubar and selecting 'Responsible for arranging friendly matches'.
You can get your Assistant Manager to renew your players' contracts by selecting 'Manager' -> 'Options' from the menubar and selecting 'Contract renewals handled by Assistant Manager/coach'.
When viewing your team screen you can get your Assistant Manager to pick your squad for a match by selecting 'Ask To Pick' from the actions menu.
The relationships that form between the backroom staff can now be stronger. This can mean that backroom staff, who have each other set as favourite staff, may leave the club together when the manager is sacked or gets a new job. NEW
Beginner Level - General
When choosing your captain, the most important attribute to consider is his influence.
A player with a high penalty taking attribute is likely to be a good choice to take your spot-kicks.
A player with a high corner attribute would be a good choice to take your corners.
If you want to be a danger from throw-ins, choose a player with a high long throws attribute to take them.
With the right guidance a youngster described as a 'Wonderkid' could become a world class player.
Withdrawing a player from international duty with his national team may adversely affect his morale, or worse, cause the player to dislike you.
Rejecting a job offer from another club will improve your popularity with your club's board and the fans.
Players with high adaptability are less likely to get homesick as they are better able to adjust to new countries and cultures.
Teams in a strong financial position who consistently fill out their stadiums are prime candidates for stadium expansion.
The board may decide to build a new stadium if you don't own your current ground or if you are unable to further expand it.
Sending youngsters out on loan is a great way for them to get competitive match experience.
When a player has just returned from injury it's a good idea build his match fitness back up through reserve fixtures and then slowly reintroduce him back into the first-team.
The ratings for reflexes, handling, communication, jumping and positioning are generally a good indicator for how good a goalkeeper is.
If you're looking for a good wing-back pay special attention to an individual's positioning, tackling, stamina, pace and acceleration.
Positioning, tackling, pace and anticipation are just some of the important characteristics that make for a good full-back.
A good centre-back will usually have high ratings for tackling, jumping, positioning, heading, strength, marking, bravery and team work.
Pace, dribbling, passing, off the ball, creativity, stamina and crossing are just some of the important characteristics that make for a good winger.
Passing, off the ball, creativity, technique, dribbling and stamina are just some of the important characteristics that make for a good attacking midfielder.
A good defensive midfielder will most likely have high ratings for tackling, work rate, stamina and positioning.
Pace, acceleration, dribbling, technique, finishing and off the ball are just some of the important characteristics that make for a good pacey striker.
Jumping, heading, strength and off the ball are just some of the important characteristics that make for a good target man.
The better a physio the more able he is to accurately predict how long a player will take to recover from injury.
When a player is outraged over something it can indicate that he is quite temperamental and maybe has a low level of professionalism.
When a player is worried or upset over something it can indicate that he doesn't handle pressure very well.
Be wary when declaring an interest in another job. Your current employers may not take too kindly to you casting glances elsewhere.
You can increase your popularity with your club's board if you deny speculation in the media that links you to another job.
If your players are picking up lots of injuries in training, keep a close eye on the type of injury that has occurred and think about reducing the intensity of your strength or aerobic training.
You can improve squad morale by winning football matches or rewarding them with new contracts.
You can damage a player's morale if you continuously make offers for players at other clubs who play in the same position.
Be careful when asking an injured player to take an injection and play through the pain barrier for a game. There is a risk that you may upset him so save these instances for really important matches.
Think carefully before issuing your board with an ultimatum as there is a good chance they will remove you from your position as Manager if they think you're being unreasonable.
One of the best ways to ensure you do not run into debt is by keeping an eye on your total wage budget. The board will be more appreciative if you stay within the limits set.
When managing a low profile club, arranging friendly games during the pre-season against high profile teams is a great way to boost your club's finances through additional gate receipts.
Disciplining players without justification is likely to upset multiple members of the playing staff.
Notes can be used to record useful information about a player such as whether he responds better to criticism or praise.
Having players in your squad who list one another as favoured personnel will generally benefit the team.
When negotiating contract terms with a player, you should consider how additional bonuses may impact your club's finances.
Sometimes placing a left footed striker in the right attacking slot increases the chances that he will score goals. Swapping strikers also makes them hard to man-mark.
If you are heavy favourites for an upcoming match, casting doubts on your team can sometimes make your side even more determined to prove you wrong.
When consulting your Groundsman over pitch dimensions, it is important to keep in mind how your team plays. Having a wide pitch may suit teams that play with wingers whereas it may have a detrimental effect on a team that plays narrow and through the middle. NEW
It is now possible to 'Declare Player Available For Reserves'. This could prove useful for players in your first-team squad who are just on their way back from an injury lay-off. NEW
Beginner Level - GUI
Selecting the national flag icon on any screen will take you to the senior national team screen.
When a player is listed in yellow, it indicates he is currently on your shortlist.
When a player is listed in light blue, it indicates he is currently on loan at a club.
When a player is listed in dark yellow, it indicates he is currently co-owned by another club.
When viewing a team screen, players listed in dark blue are currently out on loan at another club.
When viewing the preferences screen, you can set up your game to save automatically after a specified amount of time by using the 'Auto Save' option.
When viewing a team screen or person list, a 'Wnt' icon indicates that a club is interested in the player.
When viewing a team screen or person list, a 'Bid' icon indicates that a club has made a transfer offer for the player.
When viewing a team screen or person list, a 'Trn' icon indicates that the player has a future transfer agreed with another club.
When viewing a team screen or person list, a 'Req' icon indicates that the player has been placed on the transfer list at his own request.
When viewing a team screen or person list, an 'Unh' icon indicates that the player is currently unhappy.
When viewing a team screen or person list, a 'Fut' icon indicates that the player is unsure about his future.
When viewing a team screen or person list, a 'Ctr' icon indicates that the player is currently out of contract at the club.
When viewing a team screen or person list, an 'Ine' icon indicates that the player is ineligible to play in the next match.
When viewing a team screen or person list, a 'Loa' icon indicates that the player has been made available for loan.
When viewing a team screen or person list, an 'Int' icon indicates that the player is currently away on international duty.
When viewing a team screen or person list, a 'Lst' icon indicates that the player has been placed on the transfer list by the club.
When viewing a team screen or person list, an 'Lmp' icon indicates that the player is lacking in match practice.
When viewing a team screen or person list, a 'Fgn' icon indicates that the player is foreign.
When viewing a team screen or person list, an 'Inj' icon indicates that the player is currently injured.
When viewing a team screen or person list, a 'Frt' icon indicates that the player is leaving on a free transfer at the end of his contract.
When viewing a team screen or person list, a 'Pr' icon indicates that the player has reacted to a media comment.
When viewing a team screen or person list, a 'Cup' icon indicates that the player is cup-tied and ineligible to play in the cup match.
When viewing a team screen or person list, a 'Rst' icon indicates that the player is in need of a rest.
When viewing a team screen or person list, a 'Sus' icon indicates that the player is currently suspended.
When viewing a team screen or person list, a 'Yel' icon indicates that the player is one yellow card away from picking up a suspension.
When viewing a team screen or person list, a 'Yth' icon indicates that the player is on a youth contract.
When viewing a team screen or person list, a 'Hol' icon indicates that the player is currently away on holiday.
When viewing a team screen or person list, a 'Wdn' icon indicates that the player has been withdrawn from international duty by his club manager.
When viewing a team screen or person list, a 'Unf' icon indicates that the player is not fully fit.
When a 'Wp' icon appears next to a player's name, this indicates that the player requires a work permit before he can play.
When viewing a team screen or person list, a 'Slt' icon indicates that the player has a slight concern about something.
When viewing a team screen or person list, a 'Tut' icon indicates that the player is currently acting as mentor for a youngster at the club.
When viewing a team screen or person list, a 'Lrn' icon indicates that the player is currently learning from an experienced player at the club.
You can keep an eye on what your club's board think of the job you're doing by visiting the board room screen. Select 'Manager' -> 'Board Room' from the menubar.
You can place job advertisements for staff on the jobs screen by selecting 'Manager' -> 'Jobs' from the menubar and then 'Place Advert' from the actions menu.
When adding a manager to the game you can choose your past footballing experience by selecting the 'Past Experience' dropdown menu. NEW
When adding a manager to the game you can take control of a random team by selecting 'Randomise' from the select team panel. NEW
When viewing a player profile you can take a look at his injury history by selecting the 'Injuries' section in the tree menu.
You can view all the transfers from around the game world by selecting 'World' -> 'Transfers' from the menubar.
When viewing a league table you can look at a graph of a team's progress throughout the season by clicking on the team's position.
You can view the annual player awards in the game by selecting 'World' -> 'Awards' from the menubar. NEW
To compare attributes and statistics between two players, go to the first player's profile, then go to the second player's profile and click on the 'Compare With' option in the actions menu.
You can interact with any player in the game world by viewing his profile and then selecting 'Player Interaction' from the actions menu.
When viewing your tactics screen you can set your captain by selecting 'Instructions' from the Positions panel and choosing 'Captains' from the dropdown menu.
When viewing a player's profile you can check to see what positions he can play in by selecting the 'Position' section in the tree menu.
When viewing a player's profile from your team you can view a coach report by selecting 'Overview' from his training section in the tree menu.
When playing with more than one human manager you can switch users by selecting 'Manager' -> 'Changer User' from the menubar.
When playing with more than one human manager you can switch users by selecting the pop-up arrow next to 'Home' on the breadcrumbs menu.
You can add a new human user to the game at any time by selecting 'Options' -> 'New User' from the menubar.
You must respond to all news items that require a response before you can continue the game.
You can find out where a team plays, its stadium capacity and lots of other information on the club information screen.
When viewing another manager's profile you can interact with them by selecting 'Manager Interaction' from the actions menu.
You can go on holiday and choose various holiday options by selecting 'Manager' -> 'Go On Holiday' from the menubar.
You can compare your managerial feats against the all-time greats in the Hall of Fame screen by selecting 'Options' -> 'Hall of Fame' from the menubar.
You can change the look of the game by selecting 'Options' -> 'Preferences' and then choosing a skin from the skin dropdown menu in the 'Display & Sound' section.
To quit the game go to 'Options' -> 'Quit Game' from the menubar. Why would you want to do that though?!
When viewing your team screen you can make a comment about your opposing team's manager by selecting 'Manager Interaction' -> 'Next Opponent Comment' from the actions menu.
When viewing your team screen you can make a comment about the manager of the team you played previously by selecting 'Manager Interaction' -> 'Previous Opponent Comment' from the actions menu.
When viewing a profile of a player from your team you can select any of his attributes and view his training history for that attribute over the past 12 months.
When viewing a player profile, you can set a nickname for him, by selecting 'Misc' -> 'Set Nickname' from the actions menu.
You can view notes and reminders that you have created on the notebook screen by selecting 'Manager' -> 'Notebook' from the menubar.
When viewing a player profile you can view and create notes on the player by selecting 'Misc' -> 'View Notes' from the actions menu.
When viewing the team screen you can see the squads full player information statuses by selecting 'View' -> 'Full Player Status' on the squad panel.
When viewing the team screen, if a player has an icon in the 'Inf' column you can go directly to the related status details section by selecting the icon.
You can retire from the game and remove your manager completely from the game world, by selecting 'Manager' -> 'Retire' from the menubar.
You can resign from your club and become unemployed by selecting 'Manager' -> 'Resign' from the menubar.
When viewing a team screen you can check the club's past competition history by selecting 'Competitions' from the 'History' section on the tree menu.
When viewing your manager snapshot screen you can customise which panels are visible by selecting another panel in the dropdown menu on each of the panels. NEW
When viewing the team screen you can see the player's current season statistics by selecting 'View' -> 'Stats' on the squad panel. NEW
When viewing your tactics screen you can set or change player runs by right-clicking and dragging the arrow to the desired position on the pitch panel.
When viewing your tactics screen you can set or change player runs by selecting [%shift#1] and the left-mouse button, and dragging the arrow to the desired position on the pitch panel.
When viewing your tactics screen you can swap two players' positions around by dragging the position button of the player you want to swap onto another player.
When viewing the tactics screen you can change your team instructions by selecting 'Instructions' -> 'Team Instructions' from the tactics panel.
When viewing the tactics screen you can set individual player instructions by selecting the row of a picked player in the squad list.
When viewing individual player instructions you can choose a pre-defined instruction template by selecting 'Set To' from the tactics panel.
When viewing the tactics screen you can save the current tactic to your list of custom tactics by selecting 'Tactics' -> 'Save...' from the players panel.
When viewing the tactics screen, customise your formation by selecting 'Instructions' -> 'Positions' on the tactics panel, and then dragging and dropping the players on the pitch.
When viewing your team screen you can hide the goalkeepers from the squad list by selecting 'Show Filters' and deselecting 'Goalkeepers' from the squad panel.
When viewing your team screen you can hide the defenders from the squad list by selecting 'Show Filters' and deselecting 'Defenders' from the squad panel.
When viewing your team screen you can hide the midfielders from the squad list by selecting 'Show Filters' and deselecting 'Midfielders' from the squad panel.
When viewing your team screen you can hide the attackers from the squad list by selecting 'Show Filters' and deselecting 'Attackers' from the squad panel.
When viewing your team screen you can hide the players unavailable for the next game by selecting 'Show Filters' and deselecting 'Unavailable' from the squad panel.
When viewing your team screen you can hide the players who are on loan or on trial at the club by selecting 'Show Filters' and deselecting 'On loan or trial' from the squad panel.
When viewing player profiles, you can see a graphical representation instead of numbers by turning on the 'Show graphical attributes in profile' setting in the 'Display & Sound' section on the preferences screen.
When viewing a team screen you can change the squad list into a dual-column format by selecting 'View' -> 'Overview' on the squad panel.
You can add other teams' players to your shortlist by right-clicking on them and selecting 'Add To Shortlist' from the pop-up menu.
When viewing a team screen you can view a list of staff at the club by selecting 'Staff' from the tree menu.
You can save your game by selecting 'Options' -> 'Save Game' from the menubar.
You can save your game by holding down [%control#1] and pressing the 'S' key on your keyboard.
When viewing your tactics screen you can set up generic left and right set-piece routines by selecting 'Instructions' -> 'Team Instructions' from the tactics panel.
When viewing your tactics screen you can set up specific free kick defensive instructions for players by selecting 'View' -> 'Defending Free Kicks' from the players panel.
When viewing your tactics screen you can set up specific free kick attacking instructions for players by selecting 'View' -> 'Attacking Free Kicks' from the players panel.
When viewing your tactics screen you can set up specific defensive corner instructions for players by selecting 'View' -> 'Defending Corners' from the players panel.
When viewing your tactics screen you can set up specific attacking instructions for players by selecting 'View' -> 'Attacking Corners' from the players panel.
When viewing your tactics screen you can set up specific left sided attacking throw in instructions for players by selecting 'View' -> 'Attacking Throw Ins (L)' from the players panel.
When viewing your tactics screen you can set up specific right sided attacking throw in instructions for players by selecting 'View' -> 'Attacking Throw Ins (R)' from the players panel.
When viewing your tactics screen you can set up a priority order for your captains by selecting 'Instructions' -> 'Captains' from the squad panel and dragging players onto the list.
When viewing your tactics screen you can set up a priority order of playmakers by selecting 'Instructions' -> 'Playmakers' from the squad panel and dragging players onto the list.
When viewing your tactics screen you can set up a priority order of target men by selecting 'Instructions' -> 'Target Men' from the squad panel and dragging players onto the list.
When viewing your tactics screen you can set up a priority order of penalty takers by selecting 'Instructions' -> 'Penalty Takers' from the squad panel and dragging players onto the list.
When viewing your tactics screen you can set up a priority order for your left and right corner takers by selecting 'Instructions' -> 'Corners' from the squad panel and dragging players onto the list.
When viewing your tactics screen you can set up a priority order for your left and right throw in takers by selecting 'Instructions' -> 'Throw In Takers' from the squad panel and dragging players onto the list.
When viewing your tactics screen, if an individual player instruction is not ticked he will automatically carry out the equivalent team instruction.
When viewing your tactics screen you can delete, import and export your tactics by selecting 'Tactics' -> 'Edit Tactics...' from the squad list.
When viewing your tactics screen you can remove a picked player by selecting the position from the 'PKD' menu and choosing 'Remove From Position'.
When viewing your team screen you can remove a picked player by selecting the position from the 'PKD' menu and choosing 'Remove From Position'.
When viewing your team screen you can drag a player from the squad list 'PKD' button onto the positions in the top row to select or swap a player in that position.
When viewing your team screen you can select a position in the top row to remove a player from that position.
When viewing the add manager screen you can set the favourite club for your manager by using the 'Favourite Team' option.
When viewing a league or cup competition screen you can view the competitions rules by selecting 'View' -> 'Rules' from the panel.
You can continue the game by pressing the spacebar on your keyboard.
Hovering your mouse cursor over column headings on any screen will pop-up a tool-tip with further information.
When adding a player to your shortlist, you will automatically be informed when another club makes a transfer bid, when his contract is up for expiry or of any injuries he picks up.
When viewing the preferences screen you can change the currency displayed in the game by changing the 'Currency' option in the general section.
You can access the in-game tutorial at any time by pressing F1 on your keyboard.
You can access your home screen at any time by pressing F2 on your keyboard.
You can access your first-team squad at any time by pressing F3 on your keyboard.
You can access your news screen at any time by pressing F4 on your keyboard.
You can access the player search screen at any time by pressing F5 on your keyboard.
You can access your shortlist screen at any time by pressing F6 on your keyboard.
You can access your scout search screen at any time by pressing F7 on your keyboard.
You can access your staff screen at any time by pressing F8 on your keyboard.
You can access your transfers screen at any time by pressing F9 on your keyboard.
You can access your first-team fixtures screen at any time by pressing F10 on your keyboard.
You can access your club information screen at any time by pressing F11 on your keyboard.
You can access the game status screen at any time by pressing F12 on your keyboard.
When viewing a player profile from your team, you can offer the player a mutual termination of his contract by selecting 'Release' -> 'Mutual Termination' from the actions menu.
When viewing a player profile, you analyse his performances for the season in more detail by selecting 'Stats' from the tree menu.
When viewing a player profile, you can view their favoured personnel and the players they have good relationships with by selecting the 'Personal' section from the tree menu.
When viewing the game introduction screen, selecting 'Load Last Game' will load the most recent saved game.
When viewing the game introduction screen, selecting 'Check for updates' will automatically search for the latest official updates for the game from Sports Interactive. Please note, you must be connected to the internet for this to work.
The quick flicks, located in the title bar, allow you to scroll through like items. For example, using them on the player profile screen will cycle through all the players associated with the player's team.
When viewing the match overview screen, selecting on the number indicating the minute a goal was scored will show a replay of the goal.
The action zones screen displays a visual graphic of how much time each team has spent in a particular zone of the field, giving you an idea of who has held the upper hand during the game.
When viewing the match report screen, selecting the time of an event in the match report will show a replay of the incident(s).
When viewing the match preview screen you can view all of the statistical and historical events which may happen over the course of the game by selecting 'View' -> 'Milestones'.
The split view panel enables you to select which two panels you wish to view on the match screen. You may change the type of panel displayed in the split view by using the drop-down menus at the top of each panel.
When viewing the your team's fixture screen you can view past meetings against opponents by selecting the arrow in the row and then selecting the 'Past Meetings' button.
When viewing a player profile, you can use the attributes analyser view by selecting 'View' -> 'Overview' from the profile panel. NEW
When viewing a national team screen you can find out who is considered a star player for the nation by selecting 'Information' from the tree menu. NEW
You can change your default home page by selecting 'Bookmark' -> 'Set as homepage...' from the menubar. NEW
You can edit, delete and move bookmarks around by selecting 'Bookmark' -> 'Edit bookmarks...' from the menubar. NEW
If you prefer your bookmarks to not be sorted alphabetically, you can turn off the 'Sort Bookmarks' setting in the 'Display & Sound' section on the preferences screen. NEW
You can find out the average age of a squad on the club information screen. NEW
You can find out the general personality of a squad on the club information screen. NEW
You can find out the estimated value of a club on the club information screen. NEW
You can find out a club's fierce rivals and other rivals on the club information screen. NEW
You can find out the kit colours of a club on the club information screen. NEW
You can compare yourself with other managers, and view a wealth of managerial statistics, by selecting 'World' -> 'Managers' from the menubar. NEW
You can customise the keyboard shortcuts used in the game by selecting 'Options' -> 'Preferences' from the menubar, then the 'Shortcuts' section on the preferences screen. NEW
When viewing your team screen you can add scouting assignments by selecting 'Assignments' from the scouting section in the tree menu. NEW
When viewing the add manager screen you can set a second nationality for your manager by using the 'Other Nationality' option. NEW
Beginner Level - Match
When an icon with a green cross appears next to a player it indicates he is carrying a knock.
Using easy or normal tackling in a match will reduce the risk of your team picking up cautions or red cards, particularly if the game is being officiated by a strict referee.
Be aware of how the weather can effect your team's performances. Bad conditions are more likely to penalise those who play a short passing game, try adopting a more direct style at times like this.
Players with low stamina may tire and struggle to play at their best, particularly in poor weather conditions or high tempo games.
When watching a match you can keep an eye on the opposing team's formation and changes made during the game by selecting 'Formations' from the 'tree' menu in the side-bar.
When using the 'Use Playmaker' tactic, your players will generally look to try and pass the ball to the person you've assigned to that role.
A playmaker is someone who generally looks to receive the ball and dictate play.
A target man is someone who will look to bring others into play via flick-ons or holding up the ball.
Constantly changing your tactic and making dramatic alterations to the style of play will not help your players settle or find their rhythm and is likely to have an adverse affect on the team's performances.
Allowing too many players to have a high level of creative freedom will likely see your team fail to adhere to your tactical instructions. Use creative freedom sparingly for full effect.
Passing style and tempo are linked. A short passing game works best with a slower tempo, whilst a direct, counter attacking style needs to be swift and quick.
If you like to play possession football and dictate the tempo setting your goalkeeper's distribution to short and to a near player may help you succeed.
Time-Wasting is useful late in the game but be sensible - employ it too early it can backfire and cost you the game.
Taking the time to set up player positions on set-pieces can be very rewarding. Taking advantage in these situations is often the difference between a draw and a win.
Allowing your players to close down often will naturally put the opposition players under duress, but be aware that good players will find ways to avoid pressure and expose your team.
Players who pick up knocks but have no injury indicator may be able to shake off their injury and return to a good level of fitness later in the game.
Determination can be a key attribute. Players with low determination usually react badly to going a goal down.
Beginner Level - Scouting
When viewing your team screen you can find out the level of scouting knowledge your club has by selecting 'Knowledge' from the scouting section in the 'tree' menu in the side-bar.
Your club's level of scouting knowledge can be increased by either signing scouts who already have a large knowledge base, acquiring an affiliate club or by sending your existing scouts out to investigate new territories.
Scouting your next opposition will give you an insight into their tactics and key players and help you plan your tactical approach for the game.
If you are managing a national team, it is now possible for you to scout players eligible for selection.
Beginner Level - Team Talks
Ensure that your players don't become complacent when leading well at half-time. Make sure they get the job done.
A confidence boost at half-time can often be what your players need to win the second-half and turn a game around.
Telling your players exactly what you think of them may buck their ideas up. Give them the hairdryer treatment when you feel it is needed, but be aware that some players may become disgruntled and complain to the media.
Remember how your players react to certain instructions in certain situations. Their mental attributes will determine how effective your instructions are.
Ignoring your players at half-time is generally a bad idea, but on rare occasions leaving them to stew over their performance may result in a better second period.
Keep your players happy. Praising wins keeps morale up and provides greater impetus for the team to string good performances together.
If morale is low, harsh team talks are unlikely to improve things. Aim to encourage your players and give them a lift.
Pre-game expectations will impact on performances. Telling your players you expect a win in games you aren't clear favourites for adds unnecessary pressure.
Informing your players that you expect a defeat may lower morale, although it can have a beneficial effect should you go on to lose as your players may not get too downhearted by events.
Be more generous with your praise for good performances when playing away from home.
Be less harsh with your criticism for poor performances when playing away from home.
Be more demanding of your players when playing at home, where your fans will be expectant of you to push on to try to get the right result.
Team talks can be very useful for morale, but don't always follow the same route. Constantly saying the same thing to your players may have less of an affect in the long-run.
Think carefully about singling out players for criticism or praise. Only do it when it's merited or risk causing rifts in the squad if the player or his team-mates feel it was unjust.
Beginner Level - Training
Players who are very versatile are more likely to successfully retrain to a new position.
Players who are very versatile are less likely to lose new positions they've learned through retraining when they're not playing or retraining the position.
When managing a semi-professional club, it's a good idea to try and tie down key players to full-time contracts to maximise their training time.
Staff on part-time contracts have less time to train players than full-time staff.
Intense physical training is best carried out in pre-season, before the domestic season is under way.
Too much intense physical training during the season is likely to tire your players out faster and increase the risk of injuries.
Player's attributes will naturally decrease during the off-season, when they are away on holiday or doing very little training.
The strength training category covers a player's natural fitness, stamina, strength and work rate.
The aerobic training category covers a player's acceleration, agility, balance, jumping, pace and reflexes.
The goalkeeping training category covers a player's aerial ability, handling, kicking, throwing and one on ones.
The tactics training category covers a player's anticipation, decisions, positioning, movement, team work and command of area.
The defending training category covers a player's tackling, marking and concentration.
The attacking training category covers a player's passing and creativity.
The shooting training category covers a player's finishing, long shots and composure.
The set-pieces training category covers a player's crossing, corners, free kicks, penalty taking and long throws.
When assigning coaches to training schedules, take care not overwork them. Even the best coaches can't give the players the attention to detail they want if they've too much to do.
Remember that your youth players are still developing and as such will tire quicker. Be considerate with your workloads when devising youth schedules.
Youth team coaches only train youth players, they do not work with or train senior players.
Goalkeeping coaches work with and train both senior and youth goalkeepers.
Fitness coaches work with the senior and youth players, but only deal with the physical aspects of training.
First-team coaches only work with and train the senior players, they do not work with or train youth players.
General coaches work with and train both senior and youth players.
Retraining a player to play in a new position can be a cost-effective way of providing additional cover for your team without having to make a new signing.
When training players for lower league clubs, it would be important to focus more on the physical aspects such as pace and stamina.
When viewing your players' profile you can check his progress in training over the past 12 months by selecting 'Attributes' from the tree menu under the training section.
Beginner Level - Transfers
Players who are transfer-listed are generally available at a knock down price and are easier to sign.
When approaching to sign a player on a free-transfer who is under the age of 24, the buying club will have to pay the selling club compensation.
Signing a player with a massive reputation can provide a commercial windfall through shirt sales.
A player may be more willing to sign for a club if they are one of his favourite teams.
If you offer an injured player to clubs, they are less likely to show interest until the player is over his injury.
A club may have more luck in signing a player if they are one of his favoured clubs.
Praising another manager in the media and building friendships with other managers may help your chances of having a transfer bid accepted for one of their players.
Making enemies with other managers by openly criticisng them may damage your chances of having a transfer bid accepted for one of their players.
When viewing a player profile for a player at another club, you can declare your interest in him by selecting 'Player Interaction' from the actions menu.
Should you wish to sign a player who is also interested in joining your club, you can sometimes unsettle him by 'declaring interest', which can make it easier to sign him in the long run.
Be careful when declaring interest in a player as you can unsettle those at your club who play in the same position.
When sending a player out on loan, with the 'Can be recalled' clause active, a club can recall the player at 24 hours' notice.
When sending a player out on a loan which involves a fee, the club cannot recall the player for the duration of the loan.
When sending a player out on loan, a club can prevent him from becoming cup-tied by ensuring the 'Can play in cup matches' clause is not active.
When trying to sign a player from another club who is on a long-term contract, be prepared that you may have to pay more than his estimated value to land him.
To avoid losing your players to other clubs on free transfers, you should look to renew contracts for those who are in the final year of their deal.
FM Modifier for FM2008
The popular save game editor is now available for FM2008 !!This software is created by Jpee and released by UndergroundFC. Thank you Jpee!! so much..
It lets you change finances, stadiums, kits, players, heal injuries, contracts and lots more with ease, while the game is loaded !
Go cheat your way to the top !
How to install FM Modifier:
1. Begin installation of the program by running the .exe file
2. Follow the instructions until it is completed
How to use FM Modifier:
1. Open FM2008 and load your game
2. Open FM Modifier and click Load
Notes
- When you are runing on Vista, don't install to system volume (like C: ), otherwise you need to select the 'Run as admin' by right click
- Added 'Current in game' button; load data as you open in game
Known working keyboard shortcuts:
Ctrl + B go browse pool
Ctrl + F go searching box
Ctrl + L list menu
Ctrl + O option menu
Ctrl + Q quit
Ctrl + R loading data
Ctrl + S save
F1...F7 switch in pages
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FM SoundPack 2008
They say ...
FM Soundpack 2008 is the return of the best and most popular soundpack that was done for FM2005 and FM2006. FM Soundpack 2008 is a full release for FM2008.so, why don't try it??
This enhances your game by removing the pointless sounds already in the game, and replacing them with top quality sounds from past CM (such as CM 01/02, etc).
It also comes with a huge selection of personal club chants from leagues around Europe, South America and other countries.
Its way more than double the chants you get with the game, plus they add way more to the match day atmosphere.
The code in the config is also edited to ensure it provides more atmosphere.
Works on Mac as well, providing you have a .rar executer.
This great soundpack is created by Jack Furness (aka furney89) and we got his written permission to post this here.
Thank you mate!
How To Install
Simply place the "sounds" & "match events" folders in the data folder, which is located on your C:\Program Files\Sports Interactive\Football Manager 2008\data.
You will be asked if you want to replace the original files, click "yes to all", however it is recommended you backup the original before use.
If you struggle to install, please look at the step-by-step picture guide (HOW TO INSTALL file which is for 2006 but works the same way), which is included in this pack.
For Best Results
Please make sure that you have selected to play "all" sounds in the options area inside the game
This can be found in the "preference" This will make sure you hear all the sounds.
Also if you want to hear all the sounds throughout the game, make sure the (highlight) slide bars (when viewing the 2d pitch) are set nearest to the middle as possible in order to hear as many chants as possible
Acknowledgments
This pack has been tested many times, nothing has been affected while testing and has NOT caused damage/loss to any files.
However if there are any problems you acknowledge that we have no responsibility for any loss or damage to your game and/or computer system.
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FM Genie Scout 2008
How to use
Unzip the FM Genie Scout 2008 folder, then run the FMGenieScout.exe file that you will find inside of it. No installation needed.
History and Credits
This software is created by Eugene Tarabanovsky. Eugene is from Ukraine and one of the most popular personalities throughout the FM community for his stunning work with FM Genie Scout 2007.
Kudos
Thank you Eugene for keeping up your great work and for giving the new scout utility to the world as a freeware once again!!
A Big Request
Please don't send any emails to Eugene with bugs of this program. The developer is aware of everything and you can always use the forums to post your bug findings.
Current Status
The current version is limited in functionality (beta 2, build 83), and you all know what the word beta means. You are using it at your own risk and that is as beta testers.
Know Issues
See the forum post FM Genie Scout 2008 Bugs and Workarounds for reference.
Your best bet to get this beta version working
1. Make sure you have FM08 and not WWSM08
2. Make sure you disable "Compress Saved Games" within the Game Preferences and Confirm it
3. Install latest official Patch 8.0.1 (and not one of the beta patches) [after that, you should have version 8.0.1 114310]
4. Start a new game with Patch 8.0.1
5. Save your game and Load it in FM Genie Scout 2008
Why you have this download and not genie.fm?
The file might have been leaked through the official SI forums, but it was Eugene himself, who uploaded the file online, in the known download folder of FM Genie Scout 2007. And of course, FM addicts were spying on this, until recently unprotected, folder all the time. The file was already available from Rapidshare (and still is) before we added it here.
You won't find it on the official Genie site, until all critical errors get fixed first and a new more stable beta will get out.
Compatibility
- This version seemed to be compatible with latest patch 8.0.1 (8.0.1.114310) and new games with the patch update. This means it wouldn't work with 8.0.0 or 8.0.1 for a game started in 8.0.0. However, some users reported that it worked for their 8.0.0 save game.
- Compatible with Windows Vista. However, Vista users should right click the downloaded FMGenieScout.exe file and run as Administrator, as well as running FM2008 as Administrator (otherwise Genie Scout won't be able to access the protected memory area of FM2008 - that's the way that viruses/trojans traditionally install themselves into other programs on your computer).
In addition, Vista users should also turn off User Access Control (UAC - Google "Turn off UAC" if not sure) if they are still having problems.
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Top 68 Wonderkid in Football Manager 2008
GoalKeeper:
- Nikolay Mihaylov, 18 years old, Bulgaria, FC Twente
- Oscar Ustari, 20 years old, Italy, Independiente
- Igor Akinfeev, 20 years old, Russia, CSKA Moscow
- Miguel Angel Fraga, 19 years old, Mexico, Morelia
Defender:
5. Paolo Hernan Dellafiore, 21 years old, Italy, Torino, D R/C
6. Anthony Vanden Borre, 19 years old, Belgium, Fiorentina, D R/C WBR DM MRC
7. Micah Richards, 18 years old, England, Man City, D R/C DM
8. Domenico Criscito, 20 years old, Italy, Juventus, D L/C
9. Giorgio Chiellini, 22 years old, Italy, Juventus, D L/C WB L
10. Breno, 17 years Old, Brazil, Sao Paulo, DC
11. Gareth Bale, 18 years old, Wales, D WB ML
12. Royston Drenthe, 20 years old, Holland, Real Madrid, D WB AML
13. Lorenzo De Silvestri, 19 years old, Italy, Lazio, D WB L
14. Sergio Ramos, 21 years old, Spain, Real Madrid, WB R
15. Marcelo, 19 years old, Brazil, Real Madrid, D/WB ML
16. Matias Cahais, 20 years old, Argentina, Milan, D L/C
17. Ezeguiel Garay, 21 years old, Argentina, DC
18. Armand Traore, 18 years old, France, Arsenal, D/WB L
19. Vincent Kompany, 21 years old, Belgium, HSV, DC
Midfielder:
DM
20. Fabrice Muamba, 19 years old, England, Everton
21. Lucas, 21 years old, Brazil, Gremio
22. Ignacio Camacho, 18 years old, Spain, At. Madrid
23. Sunny, 19 years old, Spain, Valencia
24. Miguel Veloso, 21 years old, Portugal, Sporting CP
25. Fernando Gago, 21 years old, Argentina, Real Madrid
26. Ever Banega, 19 years old, Argentina, Boca Junior
27. Daniele Dessena, 20 years old, Italy, Parma
MC
28. Francesc Fabregas, 20 years old, Spain, Arsenal
29. Michael Johnson, 19 years old, England, Man. City
30. Javi Martinez, 19 years old, Spain, Valencia
31. Andrien, 18 years old, Portugal, Sporting CP
32. Denilson, 19 years old, Brazil, Mallorca
33. John Obi Mikel, 20 years old, Nigeria, Chelsea
AM
32. Lionel Messi, 20 years old, Argentina, Barcelona, AM RLC
33. Iago, 18 years old, Spain, Barcelona, AM LC
34. Juan Manuel Mata, 19 years old, Spain, AM LC
35. Francisco Merida, 17 years old, Spain, Arsenal, AM LC
36. Ismael Aissati, 19 years old, Holland, AM LC
37. Nani, 21 years old, Portugal, Man. Utd, AM RLC
38. Joao Mautinho, 21 years old, Portugal, Sporting CP, AM C
39. Lulinha, 17 years old, Brazil, Corinthias, AM C
40. Matias Fernandez, 21 years old, Chile, Villarreal, AM C
41. Ivan Rakitic, 19 years old, Croatia, Basel, AM C
42. Diego Capel, 19 years old, Spain, Sevilla, AM L
43. Renato Augusto, 20 years old, Brazil, Flamengo, AM RLC
44. Angel Di Maria, 19 years old, Argentina, Central, AM L
45. Giovani Dos Santos, 18 years old, Mexico, Barcelona, AM LC
46. Anderson, 19 years old, Brazil, Man. Utd, AM C
47. Jeremy Menez, 20 years old, France, Inter Milan, AM RLC
48. Samir Nasri, 20 years old, France, Marseille, AM C
49. Hatem Ben Arfa, 20 years old, France, Lyon, AM LC
50. Tarik Elyounoussi, 19 years old, Norway, Sampdoria, AM RL FC
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51. Theo Walcott, 18 years old, England, Arsenal
52. Anthony Stoke, 19 years old, Ireland, Sunderland
53. Oscar Trejo, 19 years old, Argentina, Mallorca
54. Alexandre Pato, 18 years old, Brazil, Milan
55. Guilherme, 19 years old, Brazil, Cruzeiro
56. Alexis Sanchez, 19 years old, Chile, Udinese
57. Kerlon, 20 year old, Brazil, Cruzeiro
58. Cristian Nazarith, 17 years old, Columbia
59. Gonzalo Higuain, 20 years old, Argentina, Real Madrid
60. Sergio Aguero, 19 years old, Argentina, At. Madrid
61. Carlos Vela, 18 years old, Mexico
62. Karim Benzema, 20 years old, France, Lyon
63. Bojan, 17 years old, Spain, Barcelona
64. Federico Laurito, 17 years old, Argentina, Hannover
65. Franco Di Santo, 18 years old, Argentina
66. Edison Cavani, 20 years old, Uruguay, Palermo
67. Okaka, 18 years old, Italy, AS Roma
68. Giuseppe Rossi, 21 years old, Italy, Villarreal] Read More......
FM2008 Mini Scout
FM2008 Mini Scout is a simple scouting utility for Football Manager 2008.
Just like FM2008 Genie Scout, it’s a cheaters best friend for Football Manager 2008. It allows you to see every inch of a players data in FM2008, including his current ability as well as potential ability, so you can not only see how good a player is at the moment, but how much he’ll improve and who’ll be the stars of the future.
The good thing about FM2008 Mini Scout, over other scouting tools such as FM2008 Genie Scout is that it updates as you browse your game, rather than having to be loaded each time, it also allows you to edit player data, as well as scout your players, which is a benefit.
However it lacks the depth of other scouting tools such as FM2008 Genie Scout, but this tool is for those people who just want a quick peak at the hidden stats which make up there players in Football Manager 2008.
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Seeing as the mass opinion is that everybody wants to see our update coverage expanded overseas, we’re willing to try and do our best to accomodate this. Unfortunately there is only so much time we get to do our own research as well as input it all in the Database.
Therefore if we had more researchers, we’d have more time to update. With more to update we could include more - getting the picture yet? Good then i don’t have to continue!!So far we’re confident that we’ve got a good enough coverage on England, Scotland, Germany, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Australia and The U.S. that we’re looking to expand our “Knowledge base” into other countries.
Feel you’ve got what it takes to help take this place on to the next level? all you need to do is contact myself via email (admin@thisdomain - replace “thisdomain” with fmupdates.co.uk) or join up to the forums and list the errors you’ve noticed and we’ll get them changed.
Wanna work for Sports Interactive?
Well they are looking for people, but those who are wanting Miles’ job will have to wait a little longer as it’s only English Data researchers they are looking for at the moment!
SI are looking out for FM fans with a huge passion for and knowledge of the following clubs to research their team for the next version of the game:Check out this thread on SIgames to get Gripper’s email address and help make your team better in FM2008!!!] Read More......
Birmingham City
Bolton Wanderers
Bristol Rovers
Burnley
Colchester United
Crystal Palace
Fulham
Leicester City
Newcastle United
Nottingham Forest
Notts County
Walsall
Would any objective season ticket holder or regular matchgoer like to help? The task involves giving as-accurate-as-possible ratings to many aspects of each player’s game, including reserves and youth players, plus keeping us up to date of all transfers at the club, as well as their financial position.
Please email me if you are in a position to lend a hand. Your help would be much appreciated.
Cheers!
Gripper
SI Team
FM Updates' Data Update
December 9th 2007 - This Data Update comes courtesy of FM Updates, an English and Swedish based collaberative data update, it's the best data update around for Football Manager 2008 and one of the most regularly updated as well, so check back regularly get make sure you keep up to date with the latest data updates for FM2008.
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Football Manager 2008 Gold Demo Released
Here’s the good news you’ve all been waiting for …
We’re off to play the demo, the wonderful demo of FM. Or something.
Now, before you all rush off to download, some important information, as it could all get a bit confusing, so please read the following!There are demo’s for all 3 versions of the game, and for both formats (PC & Mac), the games being:
Worldwide Soccer Manager (for USA, Canada and Mexico) Futbol Manager (for the rest of South and Central America) Football Manager (everyone else).You can find full details of each download by going to www.sigames.com and clicking on the logo of the game you wish to get a demo of. That will take you to the download page for each version of the game, so that you can see which leagues and languages the demo comes with, and download it.
With the demo of Football Manager, there are 2 versions – “vanilla” and “strawberry”. The “vanilla” version has no logos, only English and Scottish leagues, no player pics, no player histories etc, no facegen pictures and is available exclusively via the News of the World link, with huge thanks to play.com for hosting.
The “strawberry” demo of Football Manager has all assets, facegen, and all the things that the vanilla demo doesn’t have, just like the extra flavour a strawberry milkshake would over a vanilla one. It includes English, Danish, Swedish, French, Italian, Dutch, Norwegian, Portuguese and Spanish languages, and the playable leagues are England, Scotland, Portugal, Spain, Italy, France, Brazil and a Scandinavian group of Sweden, Norway, Finland & Denmark.
For Futbol Manager, which will be available exclusively as a digital download on release, the demo includes all assets and is in Spanish and Portuguese, with Argentina, Brazil and Mexico as the leagues playable.
For Worldwide Soccer Manager, which will be available as a boxed game exclusively from Amazon.com, and as a digital download, the demo includes all assets and can be played in English (US), English, Spanish & French, with the MLS, Mexico, England and Italy as the playable leagues.
All of the strawberry versions of the demo are available both as download and torrent files. As always, for those of you who use torrents, please leave them open after you’ve downloaded so that others can still get good download speeds.
Whilst I was hoping to give release dates for the game today too, that has not been possible, as we’re still checking the master discs before going into manufacture early next week (as long as no issues are found). As soon as we have the release dates, we’ll announce it via the blogs. And I am as keen as anyone for the game to be in manufacture, as it means that I get to shave off the stupid beard I am currently sporting, and get a haircut, which is much needed!
And that’s it for now – in the meanwhile, we hope the demo brings you joy, fun and seasons in the sun. If you have any positive feedback, or constructive criticism, then please visit our forums where there will be a special thread for first impressions.
Cheers
Miles
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