Football Manager 25 Cancellation Confirmed

Sega has shared some surprising news that has left fans of the niche yet beloved Football Manager series in shock. The anticipated installment for the 2025 season has been officially canceled. In a transparent statement, Sega and Sports Interactive confirmed the cancellation and assured that all preorders will be fully refunded.

What led to this decision? The new game, which had already faced two delays, was deemed too unfinished to release. The developers had set high expectations with promises of a significant technological leap, but unfortunately, they were unable to meet those goals at this time. Such candidness from the development team is refreshing, especially when compared to other sports simulators that often release games with minimal updates (we're eyeing you, NBA 2K!).

Despite the commendable honesty, the news is undoubtedly disheartening for fans. Adding to the disappointment, the developers have also announced that Football Manager 24 will not receive updates for the new season's data. This is a significant setback, particularly for those who have benefited from the game in real-life scenarios, such as securing actual management positions at football clubs based on their in-game success. For the next year, players will have to make do with an outdated version of the game.

Now, all eyes are on Sega and Sports Interactive as the community eagerly awaits further announcements about the future of the Football Manager series.