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Watch trailer on Steam ↗Football Academy Manager
Hubi · Published by Hubi
Very Positive — 92% positive (293 reviews) · 38 achievements
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
Run your own football academy. Scout and discover young talents, evaluate their potential, manage their development through training, and negotiate transfers with clubs to grow your prestige and influence.
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Indie, Simulation, Early Access, Sports · 2026 · More £5 - £15 games
Aspire to become the premier football academy director in Football Academy Manager. Explore the depths of player potential through rigorous training and strategic negotiations, all while navigating the competitive world of youth soccer talent.
About this game
Football is full of hidden talent, and it’s your job to discover them.
Run your own independent football academy, scout and sign young prospects, and guide their development into valuable players. Train with a clear focus, sell at the right moment, and reinvest each transfer to grow your academy and prestige.
Key Features
Scout and discover young talents
Watch youth matches, uncover a player’s qualities through scouting, and sign the prospects that fit your academy.Develop players with focused training
Choose a training focus, shape their growth over time, and build specialists for different roles.
Follow the market and make deals
Track club demands, propose your players when they match a profile, and negotiate transfers that fund the next wave.Grow your academy
Upgrade facilities to improve development and raise your prestige.
Optional customization
Customize leagues, clubs, and player names to shape your football world.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Dual-Core CPU (e.g., Intel i3)
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: Integrated Graphics (Intel HD Graphics)
- Storage: 500 MB available space
- Additional Notes: Steam Deck is currently unsupported. Support is planned for the full release.
Recommended
- OS: Windows 10 or newer
- Processor: Intel i5 or equivalent
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Integrated or dedicated GPU
- Storage: 1 GB available space
- Additional Notes: Steam Deck is currently unsupported. Support is planned for the full release.
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Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Stability Improvements
Improved game stability. Improved error detection for easier troubleshooting. Improved reliability when starting, saving, and loading games.Read full article on Community Announcements (Hubi)Patch NotesOfficial
BUGFIX - Market Demands
Fixed an issue that could leave the market without new player requests. Ensured lower-rated player requests continue to appear in later seasons.Read full article on Community Announcements (Hubi)AnnouncementsOfficial
Updated Roadmap
Expansion & Major Events Showcase Tournaments: Host academy events where players can perform in front of invited clubs. Market Recommendation System: Recommend players to clubs and earn fees. ✅ Training Guest System: Rent academy facilities to professional teams. Youth Camps & Global Infrastructure: Build and manage Youth Camps around the world. ✅ Trial System: Evaluate players through academy trials and Trial Days. ✅ Multi-League World: Scout and sign players internationally. ✅ Parent Club Partnerships: Partner with professional clubs for support and new opportunities. Core Management & Finance Staff System: Recruit Scouts, Coaches, and Head Scouts. ✅ Expanded Staff Roles: Hire additional specialists to support academy management. Administrative Management: Expand staff and Youth Camp capacity through the Administration Office and Personal Managers. Sponsor Goals & Events: Complete objectives and respond to sponsor-related events. Financial Forecasting: Plan future budgets, expenses, and expected profits. Season Reviews: Review your academy’s progress at the end of each season. Sandbox Mode: Customize your starting conditions. ✅ Academy Overhaul: Manage academy progression, facilities, and capacity. ✅ Player Development & Transfers Transfer Market Listing: Actively offer players to interested clubs. Advanced Transfer Negotiations: Negotiate clauses such as sell-on percentages and benefit from future transfers. Rival Academies: Compete with other academies for players, reputation, and opportunities. Dynamic Events: Handle injuries and player-related situations. Player Career Simulation: Follow former academy players throughout their careers. Expanded Player System: More attributes, positions, and development options. ✅ Dynamic Playstyles: Playstyles develop over time and influence player behavior. ✅ Training Overhaul: Expanded training systems and goalkeeper development. ✅ Player Careers: Contracts, awards, and player archives. ✅ Active Club Competition: Clubs monit...Read full article on Community Announcements (Hubi)Patch NotesOfficial
Bugfix Update
Bugfixes Staff generation was using the default database instead of the active player database mod. The coach assignment dropdown on the academy facility page closed immediately after being clicked. The proposal window displayed some player attributes incorrectly, including First Touch Market demand generation could sometimes create too few demands. The generation logic has been made more robust.Read full article on Community Announcements (Hubi)Patch NotesOfficial
Major Update: Match System, Player Attributes, Formations & Training Overhaul
Match System OverhaulThe match and preview windows have been redesigned with a clearer football-focused presentation.HighlightsTeam lineups are now displayed on a football pitchPlayers are positioned according to their team's formationMatch previews now use the same pitch-based presentationLive match statistics are now displayed instead of commentaryPlayer condition affects actions during matchesPlayer playstyles influence match decisions and behaviorExpanded Player SystemPlayers now use a significantly expanded development system.HighlightsPlayers now have 24 attributesAdditional player positions have been addedPlayers have primary and secondary attributes based on their position and playstyleTraining focus points have been increased to support the expanded attribute systemHighly skilled players now demand more appropriate wagesDynamic Player PlaystylesPlayers now receive playstyles based on their current attributes.Playstyles can change during a player's career when their development makes another playstyle more suitable.Playstyles also influence how players behave during matches.Scouting assignments can now target specific playstyles.Team FormationsTeams now use formations during matches.Editor SupportFormations can be assigned to clubs through the editorAssigning a formation is optionalClubs without an assigned formation will automatically receive oneClubless players can receive requests from clubs whose formation suits their positionTraining OverhaulThe training window has been redesigned to support the expanded player attribute system.A new Goalkeeping Facility has also been added, allowing goalkeepers to receive dedicated goalkeeper training.Youth Camp AutomationYouth Camps with an assigned Head Scout can now use automatic release rules.Camp players who meet the configured conditions will be released automatically.Youth Camp players can also now be selected and released in groups.New Help ModeA new Help Mode framework has been introduced.Help Mode can be open...Read full article on Community Announcements (Hubi)






