***The Official Football Manager Thread***

[rckabillyRaider]

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WICKITY,

Looks like that win over Brazil set you off. I'm surprised you controlled the game against Spain. Well played.

RCKABILLYRAIDER,

Let's see that squad. Well done, so far, as well!

I'm currently playing as Porto. This is my squad . . .



Currently in first (not much of a surprise). I have Atletico Madrid in the 1st knockout round. We'll see how it goes.

Your squad looks to be in great form for you. Here's my current squad. Haven't made any acquisitions but I just let some players go. If I have a lead that I am trying to cling on to, I usually switch to a 4-1-3-2 and use my enforcer, Dema, as the CDM.

[OSUFan_88]

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WICKITY,

Looks like that win over Brazil set you off. I'm surprised you controlled the game against Spain. Well played.

RCKABILLYRAIDER,

Let's see that squad. Well done, so far, as well!

I'm currently playing as Porto. This is my squad . . .



Currently in first (not much of a surprise). I have Atletico Madrid in the 1st knockout round. We'll see how it goes.

Holy hell, CR, Hulk and Lukaku?! That attack is freaking sick!

By BTW, if you need goals, go with the 16 year old. Kids finishing and composure are insane.

[reo]

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Your squad looks to be in great form for you. Here's my current squad. Haven't made any acquisitions but I just let some players go. If I have a lead that I am trying to cling on to, I usually switch to a 4-1-3-2 and use my enforcer, Dema, as the CDM.

That's the way to do it. Keep it small and tight. I usually stick to 22-23 players. I do a little rotating to keep them fresh too. However, I think them performing better when 95+ is all in my mind. Haha. No actual study has been performed. What philosophy do you use with the 4-1-3-2?

Holy hell, CR, Hulk and Lukaku?! That attack is freaking sick!

By BTW, if you need goals, go with the 16 year old. Kids finishing and composure are insane.

Yeah, Kadlec has been a super sub, but I feel the same way you do. Difficult to bench Lukaku for him even though he's been under performing a bit. Lukaku is the future. This is my first time playing with all these youngsters. I had only played with Sandro and Annan before. Check out who will be arriving next year, he'll be another first for me.



However, in case you're wondering how I retrieved these players.



Some of the problems it has cost me . . .




Scary.

[OSUFan_88]

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Well, I'm certain the board is not too pleased, but you should more than make up for that with the domination you will have in the league.

I'm curious, is Sandro the young Brazilian whose card you pictured? If so...I know a future target for myself

[reo]

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Well, I'm certain the board is not too pleased, but you should more than make up for that with the domination you will have in the league.

I'm curious, is Sandro the young Brazilian whose card you pictured? If so...I know a future target for myself

Aww, I should show their names. My fault. No, it is the one and only Neymar. I'll let you know how he performs. I haven't used him yet myself. I plan on using him on the left wing. It is more than likely that Christian Rodriguez will head to a larger league. His interest continues to grow.

This is Sandro . . .

[OSUFan_88]

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Aww, I should show their names. My fault. No, it is the one and only Neymar. I'll let you know how he performs. I haven't used him yet myself. I plan on using him on the left wing. It is more than likely that Christian Rodriguez will head to a larger league. His interest continues to grow.

This is Sandro . . .

When I used Porto, Rodriguez was CONSTANTLY being sought after, mostly by Liverpool. He can bring you a nice haul, absolutely.

Also, I've bought Neymar before, dude is a beast. Putting him up front with Hulk and Lukaku...my goodness.

As for Sandro, that's a solid ball winning midfielder. I have a hard time finding midfielders with creativity, so I"m always looking for more. I know of a few *Van Der Vaart* but I assume Sandro is a better, cheaper, more willing option!

Good luck. Porto can frustrate at times, but Hulk is a beast. He and Lukaku should link up well.

[reo]

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When I used Porto, Rodriguez was CONSTANTLY being sought after, mostly by Liverpool. He can bring you a nice haul, absolutely.

Nice.

Also, I've bought Neymar before, dude is a beast. Putting him up front with Hulk and Lukaku...my goodness.

I'm excited as well. I wonder how long I will be able to keep them together though. Can't wait for next year and dynamic leagues!

As for Sandro, that's a solid ball winning midfielder. I have a hard time finding midfielders with creativity, so I"m always looking for more. I know of a few *Van Der Vaart* but I assume Sandro is a better, cheaper, more willing option!

Who are you playing with? I can do a few searches if you would like. Your transfer kitty?

Good luck. Porto can frustrate at times, but Hulk is a beast. He and Lukaku should link up well.

Thank you.

Yeah, hopefully when Lukaku learns Portuguese, it'll be endless. Maybe with success I will be able to keep the trio together (Neymar, Hulk, and Luka). Can't sleep on James Rodriguez and Diego Buonanotte though.

James Rodriguez:



Diego Buonanotte:

[OSUFan_88]

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Who are you playing with? I can do a few searches if you would like. Your transfer kitty?

At this very moment, I'm splitting my time between a US/Fulham save and a FC Koln save.

[reo]

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Some recent games . . .

First competition that I've been knocked out of . . .



Two games later (he doesn't miss now) . . .



My tactics for this game . . .

First half, I went defensive. Second half, I attacked. I guess I do not give my boys enough credit. I was without Helton, Fucile, Buonanotte, Lukaku, and Kadlec this game. I was just looking for draw initially (that's why I went defensive).



Notice all the penalties? They're fantastic at diving . . .

Towards the end of the game, it seemed like there were snipers all over the stadium. A lot of my boys falling near the 18.

[reo]

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Got lucky.

I attacked from the start. Still gave up the first goal. I think I'm only winning right now due to my half time team talks. It'll bite me eventually . . .



My team does not play fair . . .

[reo]

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Next year . . .

[OSUFan_88]

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Wow, Athletico and Real Madrid? That's an extremely tough draw.

[reo]

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Wow, Athletico and Real Madrid? That's an extremely tough draw.

Yeah.

A few problems during the offseason now too. Hulk and Otamendi are unsettled. I do not wan to lose Hulk. I need to win now. Otamendi average below a 7 last year. I've sent him out on loan hoping he'll lose his unsettled status. If he doesn't, I'll just sell him next year on his arrival.

Regarding the previous season, I won the league title, reserves title (lol), under 19s title (lol), and super cup. I lost in the Taca de Portugal final to Sporting. Knocked out before the final in all other competitions. I'm currently shoring up my defense. Signed Felipe (£12.5M), Troest (£2M), Burdisso (Free), and Matheu (£4M). I have £7.2M left about a £5M boost from my board. Looking at a future keeper at the moment. By the way, with all those transfers last year, I finished with a positive balance of £406K. Solid . . .

[rckabillyRaider]

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I love this damn game. I find myself cursing at my team when watching the game play out. Almost as much as when I watch my team in real life.

I don't plan on taking a new job until I win my league cup and CONCACAF Champions League.

[OSUFan_88]

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I love this damn game. I find myself cursing at my team when watching the game play out. Almost as much as when I watch my team in real life.

I don't plan on taking a new job until I win my league cup and CONCACAF Champions League.

I find I cuss a lot more at my FM10 team.

I need FM11, though. The reputation for leagues...man, that could be freaking ****.

Good luck, reo. I'm guessing that some a-hole manager stated their interest in Hulk? That's a dick move that always gets under my skin in this game.