EA Sports’ current Career Mode is serviceable but lacks the depth, realism, and immersion that FM offered. For FC 26 to FC 26 Coins win over FM fans and reenergize its own user base, a full overhaul of its management mechanics is necessary. The goal should be clear: make FC 26 more than just a football game—make it a management sim players can truly sink their teeth into.

Reintroduce Transfer Budget Requests

In older FIFA titles, players could negotiate with the board to increase transfer budgets in exchange for promises like winning a league or reaching a cup final. This gave players added control and made managing finances more interactive. The feature’s removal from FC 25 was a step backward. In FC 26, bringing back this mechanic—and improving it with realistic board reactions and trust levels—would allow for greater immersion and strategic decision-making.

Introduce Fan Expectations and Confidence Levels

FM excelled in measuring both board and fan satisfaction, adding constant pressure and stakes to every decision. In FC 25, a watered-down “social media” feature tried to replicate this but ended up being buggy and meaningless. FC 26 needs to implement a proper supporter confidence system. This would vary across clubs based on history, expectations, and culture, adding a compelling dynamic that holds managers accountable to the fans as well as the board.

Create a Club History Hub

Part of what made FM so immersive was its deep archive of statistics, accolades, and historical records. FC 25 resets many stats each season and offers limited insight into a club’s legacy. FC 26 should include a Club History section, showing past league finishes, trophy wins, and historic players. Such features deepen emotional investment and help simulate the real-life pressures of cheap FC 26 Coins managing storied clubs.