August 15th 2024.
In the world of football, there's a game that allows you to explore and experiment in ways that may seem impossible on the real field. That game is Football Manager. Despite England's long drought in winning the World Cup, Football Manager predicts that the trophy will eventually make its way back home.
One of the best things about simulator games like Football Manager is the freedom to try new tactics and scenarios. You can even give a small non-league team a huge budget just to see how they handle it. The possibilities are endless, and there have been some hilarious outcomes, such as turning every Tottenham player into a version of Cristian Romero or infecting over 56,000 players with the "manflu" virus.
Recently, a Football Manager 2023 fan loaded up a save with the full English league system and simulated it for 200 years into the future. The results were shared on Reddit by Dan Baker, and they make for some interesting reading, especially for Manchester United fans. In the year 2227 AD, United is hailed as the most dominant team in England, having won a staggering 87 Premier League titles.
But it's not just United's success that stands out. Manchester City hasn't won a league title in 142 years, while other unexpected teams like West Brom and Fulham have also had their share of victories. And it's not just limited to domestic leagues – England has also seen great success on the international stage, winning the World Cup nine times since their last victory in 1966.
The simulation also gives us a glimpse into the future of football finances. Transfer fees continue to rise, with United holding the record for the two most expensive deals at £318 million and £299 million. The experiment also shows the domination of certain teams in foreign leagues, such as Paris Saint-Germain winning every single league title in France except for seven off years.
Football Manager is full of surprises, and it's exciting to see what the future holds for the beautiful game. Who knows, maybe one day these predictions will become a reality. But for now, we can continue to enjoy the game and all its possibilities. And if you have any Inbox letters or Reader's Features to share, you can easily submit them through the Submit Stuff page.
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