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Suggestions to Improve Career Mode in FC 26 – More Realism, Smarter 💙💙

## 🧠 Summary:

 

Career Mode is one of the most loved features by long-time fans, but it currently lacks realism in several key areas. Matches often feel too easy, AI behavior is predictable, and club management is too shallow for a true managerial experience. Below are key suggestions to make Career Mode in FC 26 more immersive, challenging, and realistic.

 

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## ⚽ 1. Match Realism & Smarter AI Behavior:

 

* We need more **realistic match outcomes**. Matches should no longer frequently end 8-0 or 9-1, especially when facing smaller clubs.

* **Weaker teams should adopt defensive tactics** (low block, compact midfield, time-wasting) when playing against strong clubs.

* **Goalkeepers for smaller clubs should perform better**, especially when the team is defensively focused.

* **AI tactics should adapt based on league position, form, and importance of the match**.

* Improve **defender AI behavior** (tracking runs, cutting passing lanes, more awareness and aggression).

 

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## 🧱 2. Separate Gameplay Logic from Ultimate Team:

 

* Career Mode should feel **slower and more tactical**, unlike the fast-paced style of Ultimate Team.

* Defense should be **smarter and more organized**, requiring players to break teams down with smart tactics, not just dribbling skills.

* Each game should feel unique and strategic — not like arcade football.

 

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## 💰 3. More Realistic Transfer System:

 

* Players should **consider your league position, squad role, salary, and objectives** before accepting contracts.

* **Player agents** should appear in negotiations and demand specific bonuses or clauses.

* AI clubs should engage in **realistic bidding wars**, hijacking transfers and reacting dynamically.

* Ability to **pre-sign players for next season**, or negotiate multi-year loan deals with buy options.

 

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## 📊 4. Deeper Club Management Features:

 

* **Club popularity and fanbase size** should affect ticket sales, merchandise, and sponsor interest.

* Add a **Club Store system**: Shirt sales, merchandise, and seasonal profits.

* Ability to sign **long-term sponsorship deals** that evolve with club performance.

* Include **custom training facilities**, with options to upgrade as the club grows.

* **Detailed financial control**: wage structure, youth investment, stadium revenue, etc.

 

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## 🧒 5. Revamp the Youth Academy System:

 

* Introduce **youth transfer market**: Buy or sell young players between academies.

* Ability to **upgrade academy facilities**, hire specialized youth coaches, and improve scouting reach.

* Allow players from the academy to **go on loan with development goals** and monitor their growth closely.

 

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## 🔊 6. Fans and Community Impact:

 

* **Fans should have voice and influence**: request signings, support or oppose the manager’s decisions.

* Poor results should result in **lower attendance, reduced income, and board pressure**.

* **Fan behavior should vary by region** (Latin America, Europe, Asia) – e.g., passion, patience, expectations.

 

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## ✅ Final Thoughts:

 

Career Mode has huge potential, but to meet the expectations of dedicated fans, it must evolve. By adding realistic AI behavior, deeper management mechanics, and smarter tactical systems, FC 26 can deliver a true football manager experience that keeps players invested season after season.

 

BR.💙

 

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