FOOTBALL Manager fans will finally be able to get their hands on the 2026 edition in a matter of weeks as the release date and pricing is confirmed.
Gamers were devastated when last year’s Football Manager was dramatically cancelled as bosses decided it wasn’t good enough.
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But the wait for FM26 is over at last with a date in sight.
And some players will be able to get hold of it for free.
It’ll have a load of new features this year, giving users “greater control and influence over the make-or-break decisions in every career”.
Owners Sega have promised “the most immersive matchday experience yet”.
And the Premiere League is arriving too, meaning you’ll find fully-licensed club badges, kits and official player photos in Football Manager.
Gamers can manage the Women’s Football too.
When is FM26 released?
The release date for FM26 varies from console and platform.
But for the most part, it’ll be available on November 4.
This applies to:
- Xbox Series X
- PS5
- Mobile
- Desktop
The only one that will come a bit later is the Nintendo Switch version, which will follow a month after on December 4.
Sega says more information on FM26’s availability on other platforms will be announced “in the coming weeks”.
How to get FM26 free
FM26 is priced at £49.99 / $59.99 but there are ways you can get it for free.
It’ll be available from Xbox Game Pass on day one.
And Netflix subscribers can get the mobile edition for free too.
