Find information on the most basic areas of Football Manager. An ideal starting point if you are new to Football Manager.
Football Manager Guides
Do you need help to create a basic tactic or would you like to learn more about making money in Football Manager? At FMInside you will find a wide range of different guides, which are easy to read, easy to use and easy to apply in Football Manager.
How to start a new career
Having troubles starting a career? We explain all the options you have when starting a new save in Football Manager.
Medical Centre
Learn more about the medical centre and how this is an essential area when keeping your players fit during the season.
Football Manager Staff Attributes
In this basic Football Manager guide we will explain what all the different attributes in staff profiles mean and do.
Data Analyst in Football Manager
A basic guide for the Data Analyst. We explain how he helps you achieve your goals by analyzing the data of your team.
Football Manager Player attributes
In this basic Football Manager Guide we will explain all the different attributes a player has and what they mean.
Keeping injuries under control
Having troubles with injuries in Football Manager? In this guide we give you several tips that will keep your players fit during the season.
Current & Potential Ability
What is Current or Potential ability and how does Football Manager use these to build player profiles? We explain how the system works.
Personalities in Football Manager
Personalities in Football Manager determine how a player behaves. We explain how it affects player development.
How to pick your captain
How to pick your captain on Football Manager. We give you some advice and points to consider when selecting the new captain for your team.
Lower League Management
If you haven't tried a lower league management save on Football Manager, you should start one today! This is the ultimate llm guide!
How to build a new stadium
Building a new stadium in Football Manager isn't difficult. However convincing the board to build one much harder. We explain how to get them to build one.
Learn more on the tactical side of Football Manager.
Playing with 3 centre-backs
Planning to play with 3 centre-backs? This article will explain how it works and how you could be setting it up in Football Manager.
How to set Opposition Instructions
What are Opposition instructions and how can you exploit them? We discuss all types and how they can help you win.
How to create a basic tactic
Creating a tactic is a hard and difficult are of Football Manager. In this guide we will explain how to create a basic tactic to build on.
How to use substitutions
Need a pair of fresh legs? We explain how you should pick your subs in Football Manager effectively.
Pitch Dimensions and tactics
Picking pitch dimensions influences and affects your tactics. We explain which dimensions suit which tactics.
Wasting time & parking the bus
Are you fed up with conceding late goals? This article helps you to create the perfect tactic for wasting time in Football Manager.
How to improve your tactics
Having troubles finding the correct team and player instructions? We explain how you can be improving tactics in Football Manager.
Tips to end a losing streak
On a losing streak in Football Manager? We explain how to boost morale and get back to winning games.
Learn to setup your first team training, various training routines and preseason training!
How to create 5 star training
If you want to train your players in the best way, you'll need 5 star training in Football Manager. This guide learns you how that works.
The benefit of retraining players
Retraining players in Football Manager could enhance your squad capabilities without having to search the transfer market.
How to set up team training
In this guide we show you in 5 steps the basics of applying a basic form of team training for your team in Football Manager.
How to setup your preseason
Preseason training is the first step you take into a successful season. In this guide we explain how to get the best results..
Learn how to setup your free kick, corner and throw-in routines in Football Manager.
How to defend corners properly
Want to learn more about how to defend corners in Football Manager? In this guide we explain how to defend a lot better!
Attacking corner routines
In this guide we will be helping you to get started in creating attacking corner routines. We will give you three different working routines.
In these guides we explain what is needed to nurture your youth players into world-class footballers.
Youth development in FM Part 1
This guide gives you some insights about what is affecting youth development at your club and how to use these influences.
Youth development in FM Part 2
In this guide we look external factors that affect player development: facilities, training & coaching.
Tips to improve your youth intake
In this guide we give you some hints and tips to improve your yearly youth intake in Football Manager.
Head of Youth Development
Signing a class Head of Youth Development is vital if you want to sign the best youth players in Football Manager.
Find information on player roles and positions and learn about player responsibilities and essential attributes.
Goalkeepers in Football Manager
In this basic guide we will explain the various roles of the goalkeeper and which attributes are considered essential.
The Raumdeuter role
The Raumdeuter is one of the most underrated roles in Football Manager. This guide explains more about this special role.
The Regista role
What to expect from the Regista player role in Football Manager? His playing style, needed attributes and more are in this guide.
The Roaming Playmaker role
What is a Roaming Playmaker player role and what can he do for your team? In this guide we take a closer look at this elite role.
If you want the best players, you will have o learn more about scouting. Find information on their responsibilities and essential attributes.
How to set up a scouting network
Would you like to scout the next Lionel Messi? With this guide we will learn you how to set up a global scouting network.
Scouts in Football Manager
Scouts can do a lot more for you than just look for new players. In this guide we explain everything you need to know about scouts.
Find information on the financial side of Football Manager. Learn how to easily make or save money in different areas.
How to use a wage cap
In this guide I will try to explain how you can use and manage a wage cap for your squad and earn a lot of money in Football Manager.
How to make money
Earning money in Football Manager is not that difficult. Just follow some of the easy tips in this guide and get rich!
Find information on Backroom Staff Positions in Football Manager. In these guides we will explain their responsibilities and essential attributes.
Director of Football
Learn how to benefit from all the responsibilities you can delegate by signing a Director of Football in Football Manager.
Physios in Football Manager
In this staff guide you will learn more about the physiotherapist and his essential attributes to keep your players fit.
Football Manager Staff Attributes
In this basic Football Manager guide we will explain what all the different attributes in staff profiles mean and do.
Data Analyst in Football Manager
A basic guide for the Data Analyst. We explain how he helps you achieve your goals by analyzing the data of your team.
Assistant Managers in Football Manager
In this guide we explain all about assistant managers. Essential attributes, roles & responsibilities.
Head of Youth Development
Signing a class Head of Youth Development is vital if you want to sign the best youth players in Football Manager.
Scouts in Football Manager
Scouts can do a lot more for you than just look for new players. In this guide we explain everything you need to know about scouts.
Find information that will help you install logopacks, kitpacks or facepacks in easy to follow step-by-step guides.
Football Manager pregame editor
In this guide we explain how to find and how to install the official Football Manager Pregame editor in 3 simple steps.
Applying a Real Name Fix
Trying to fix the fake German national team and looking for real competition names? This guide explains how.
How to add Logos, Faces and Kits
Tired of having fake kits and badges or missing player faces? In this guide we explain how to add custom graphics.
How to add custom skins
Want to change the base skin in Football Manager? Add a custom skin!. In this step by step guide, we explain how to add one.
Various guides that do not fit in any of the other categories in the guide area.
How to end that Football Manager slump
Tired of playing that same save over and over again? End that FM slump with these easy tips!
5 Football Manager Challenges
If you love to make Football Manager more challenging, it is great fun to complete these difficult challenges!
FM18 essential downloads
You have just installed Football Manager 2018 and you want to add some more realism to the game. A list with essential downloads.
Tips for starting a new save
Feeling a bit overwhelmed by the options after starting a new save on Football Manager? Keysi Rensie gives you hints and tips.