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🇨🇳 China - The Sleeping Giant
China’s football ambitions have faded since their big-spending days, but the potential remains massive. With a population of over 1.4 billion, there’s no shortage of talent waiting to be discovered.
Your mission: Rebuild the Chinese Super League, develop local stars, and lead China back to global prominence.
World Rank: 78th
Youth Rating: ★★☆☆☆
Leagues: Super League (16 teams), Jia League (16 teams)
Goal: Turn China into a true football dynasty.
This save is perfect for managers who love long-term projects and youth development.
🏴 Wales - Bring the Valleys to the World
With the biggest Welsh clubs competing in England, the domestic league often gets overlooked. But what if The New Saints, Connah’s Quay Nomads, or Baglan Dragons became the pride of Europe?
Your mission: Build a Welsh club capable of challenging the continent’s elite and bring European nights to the valleys.
World Rank: 33rd
Youth Rating: ★★☆☆☆
Leagues: Cymru Premier (12 teams), Cymru North & South
Goal: Win the Champions League with a homegrown Welsh side.
It’s a financial struggle, but imagine beating Real Madrid in Rhyl That’s the dream!
🇦🇺 Australia - Down Under Domination
Only two Australian clubs have ever lifted Asia’s top prize, the AFC Champions League. Can you add another name to that list and take Australia global?
Your mission: Build the A-League into a powerhouse, challenge Asia’s best, and raise the Socceroos’ profile.
World Rank: 28th
Youth Rating: ★★½☆☆
League: A-League (single division)
Goal: Dominate Asia, then conquer the world.
Tim Cahill would be proud.
🇷🇴 Romania - Reclaim Eastern European Glory
In 1986, Steaua Bucharest shocked Europe by beating Barcelona to win the European Cup. Since then, only Red Star Belgrade have matched that achievement. Can you bring that magic back?
Your mission: Build a Romanian side capable of winning the Champions League once again.
World Rank: 45th
Youth Rating: ★★½☆☆
Leagues: Liga I, Liga II (20 teams), Liga III (10 regional groups)
Goal: Return Romania to Europe’s elite.
It’s a long road, but there’s no better feeling than toppling Europe’s giants with local talent.
🇨🇴 Colombia - Keep the Wonderkids Home
Every FM player knows Colombia for its world-class wonderkids and we’ve all poached a few. But what if you stopped the talent drain?
Your mission: Keep your stars in Colombia, develop your domestic league, and make South America fear you.
World Rank: 17th
Youth Rating: ★★★☆☆
Leagues: Categoría Primera A (20 teams), Primera B (16 teams)
Goal: Build a Colombian superclub and national powerhouse.
When your next James Rodríguez turns down Real Madrid to stay home, you’ll know you’ve succeeded.
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