Football Manager 26 integrates women's football to enhance visibility

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 9:15 AM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Football Manager 26 integrates women's football to enhance visibility
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Football Manager 26 has launched with an integrated women's football database, allowing players to manage female teams and players. This effort began in 2021, led by Tina Keech, to improve representation in a sport dominated by men. The project reflects the growth in women's football, noted during the England Lionesses' victory at Euro 2022. The game aims to accurately represent women’s football with a dedicated research team working on the database, which currently includes over 12,000 players. The incorporation of women's football presents a unique opportunity to engage existing players with new content.

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  • Football Manager 26 features over 12,000 women’s players across 14 leagues.
  • The project started in 2021 amidst the rising popularity of women's football.
  • Miles Jacobson supported integrating women’s football despite financial risks.
  • Real-world data influences game realism, including player injury recovery times.
  • The Women's Super League saw a 174.1% attendance increase in 2022/23.
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  • 9:15 AMYahoo SportsHow Football Manager 26 is helping change perceptions of the women’s game
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