Unlock Your Dream Squad: Top 10 Must-Manage Teams in Football Manager 2024 – Featuring Brighton, Real Madrid, and Juventus!
FM24 releases on November 6 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch PC users who pre-purchased the game get early access, available around two weeks before the official release date
Whether you want to work your way up the leagues, scoop up trophies or oversee a rebuild, We has detailed 10 of the most exciting teams to manage in Football Manager 2024...
BRIGHTON
Why not begin your FM24 journey on the beautiful south coast? Brighton has emerged as one of the top teams in the Premier League, achieving a historic milestone by qualifying for European competition for the first time ever.
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Brighton are playing in Europe for the first time this season
Assuming control at the Amex empowers managers to lead the Seagulls through their inaugural Europa League expedition, necessitating the ability to effectively manage both international and domestic requirements. Brighton has been bestowed with the privilege of harboring promising talents including Kaoru Mitoma, Ansu Fati, and Evan Ferguson, which aids in advancing this objective. Can you further elevate the exceptional efforts in the transfer market and surpass Roberto De Zerbi's feat by securing a place in the prestigious Champions League?
SUNDERLAND
With a dynamic young squad, top-flight pedigree and a huge fanbase, Sunderland provide one of the most fascinating projects outside of the Premier League.
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Sunderland's push for the Premier League is being supported by Jobe Bellingham (on the right). Under Tony Mowbray's guidance, the team has shown remarkable progress since their return to the Championship in 2022. They now have talented young players like Jack Clarke, Jobe Bellingham, and Abdoullah Ba as part of their squad.
But after falling in the play-offs last season, there's only one thought in the minds of Sunderland fans. Can you mould a team out of this talent and lead them back to the big time?
WREXHAM
Wrexham offers a captivating FM24 test - the chance to lead a team from the lowest division of the EFL to the prestigious Premier League, all while handling the high expectations and close scrutiny that accompanies a club owned by Hollywood celebrities.
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Wrexham owners Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds at the Racecourse Ground
Wrexham boasts a sizable group of players, ideal for taking on the demanding League Two season. The squad is comprised of experienced individuals like Ben Tozer, James McClean, and Steven Fletcher. Additionally, with the impressive goal-scoring abilities of Paul Mullin, Wrexham's managers can aim high and set their sights on ascending the challenging climb towards the Premier League.
RANGERS
On this list, the first rebuilding project belongs to Rangers. After a season in 2022/23 without any accomplishments, including losing the Scottish Premiership title to their bitter rivals Celtic, Rangers were in need of a fresh start.
Michael Beale completely revamped his squad during the summer transfer window, making nine new signings and releasing thirteen players. However, after just a few months, Beale finds himself without a job, as Celtic dominates the league and looks set to win their third consecutive title.
Taking charge of this newly reconstructed squad, competing in European competitions, and dethroning Celtic presents an exhilarating challenge. Alternatively, you can opt for the "your world" feature, which essentially resets the squads and budgets to the start of the transfer window. This allows you to go back in time and personally oversee the rebuilding process at Ibrox.
Real Madrid, known for their relentless winning streak, surprisingly fell short of victory in both the Champions League and LaLiga last season - the very competitions they value the most.
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Real Madrid has been witnessing an exhilarating influx of young talent lately, with Jude Bellingham being one of its notable members. However, their recent performance has been far from impressive. They were humiliated in the previous season, as Barcelona effortlessly clinched the Spanish title and they endured a devastating 4-0 defeat at the hands of Manchester City, leading to a premature exit from the Champions League during the semi-final stage.
Reigning in Barca and clinching a remarkable 15th European title for Madrid may not be the only challenge at hand. The enticing prospect of initiating a new era at the Bernabeu, spearheaded by promising talents such as Vinicius Junior, Jude Bellingham, and Arda Guler, might sway your perspective.
Union Berlin have made a significant impact in the Bundesliga akin to Brighton's performance in the Premier League. Their remarkable rise in recent seasons has led to their historic qualification for the 2023/24 Champions League.
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Union Berlin are in the Champions League for the first time this season
With the support of their enthusiastic fans, Union made a bold move by incorporating European expertise. They acquired the skills of Robin Gosens, Kevin Volland, and even the renowned defender Leonardo Bonucci. By combining these experienced players with a group of seasoned Bundesliga professionals and a sprinkling of promising young talents like David Datro Fofana and Brenden Aaronson, Union possesses an intriguing squad. They are not only prepared to compete in the Champions League, but also to consistently challenge the top teams in Germany.
Juventus, similar to Real Madrid, holds a place among Europe's most prestigious clubs. However, unlike Real, Juve's reputation has been tarnished in recent times. Consequently, they have become ideal candidates for an FM24 reconstruction initiative.
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Federico Chiesa is among the players aiming to revive Juventus. Despite winning nine consecutive Serie A titles, Juventus has struggled in recent seasons, failing to finish above fourth place. Additionally, their involvement in financial irregularities resulted in a seventh-place finish in the previous season.
Juve's objective this season is simple: regain their winning streak in Serie A and secure a spot in the Champions League, given the absence of European football. With the return of Federico Chiesa from injury and the inclusion of promising young talents such as Dusan Vlahovic, Fabio Miretti, and Samuel Iling Junior, the Italian giants have a pool of skilled players to utilize.
LYON
Once perennial Ligue 1 champions, Lyon have endured a dramatic fall from grace, claiming a top-four place just once in the last four seasons.
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Lyon has already terminated Laurent Blanc's contract due to a dismal start to the season. Matters have only worsened as they currently hold the second-to-last position in the league, failing to secure a victory in their initial eight Ligue 1 matches.
However, there is a silver lining. Lyon possesses an intriguing ensemble of players, featuring experienced individuals like Corentin Tolisso, Alexandre Lacazette, and Nicolas Tagliafico, as well as emerging talents like Rayan Cherki, Ernest Nuamah, and Maxence Caqueret. The possibility of building a formidable team from these talents is highly alluring, giving Lyon the potential to eventually dethrone Paris Saint-Germain from their dominant position.
AJAX
Fans of FM24 rebuilding projects, look no further than Ajax. The Dutch giants are in a pickle and need your help.
Ajax's streak of four consecutive titles came to an abrupt end last season, relegating them to the Europa League. Unfortunately, their decline has persisted this season, placing them in the humiliating 16th position. To make matters worse, a devastating 4-0 defeat by rival Feyenoord sparked fan protests and ultimately led to the dismissal of Sven Mislintat, the director of football.
The primary objective is to challenge Feyenoord, PSV, and AZ and reinstate Ajax as the leading powerhouse in the Netherlands, all while regaining the unwavering support of the fans. Luckily, Ajax possesses a team filled with talented players developed in-house alongside notable international stars, which can be utilized to achieve this goal.
VISSEL KOBE
The wildcard on this list, Vissel Kobe represent an intriguing challenge for those looking to expand their Football Manager horizons.
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Juan Mata has recently joined Vissel Kobe, making them the perfect choice to capitalize on the new addition to the franchise - FM24, which now features all three divisions of the Japanese J. League.
Vissel Kobe, who finished only four points above the relegation play-off position last season, have made an impressive turnaround by securing the top spot in the J1 League in 2023. This achievement highlights the presence of a highly skilled squad at Vissel Kobe, which includes the renowned Premier League icon and World Cup champion, Juan Mata.
When and where does FM24 come out?
The highly anticipated release of FM24 is scheduled for Monday, November 6, at 4pm. This exciting release will include Football Manager 2024 Console for PlayStation 5 and Xbox, as well as Football Manager 2024 Touch for Nintendo Switch.
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Football Manager 2024 is released on Monday November 6
When will early access be available?
Those who buy the game from participating retailers will be granted early access to FM24, approximately two weeks prior to the official release date. Nonetheless, for FM23, early access was provided two-and-a-half weeks ahead of the official release. According to Miles Jacobson, the studio director at Sports Interactive, early access will be launched "at the time we deem it ready."Early access is only available to those playing the PC version via Steam and Epic.
