Football Manager 25 is cancelled

Sega's Unexpected Announcement: No New Football Manager for 2025 Season

Sega and Sports Interactive have made the surprising announcement that the highly anticipated Football Manager game for the 2025 season has been cancelled. This news follows two prior delays and a statement confirming that all pre-orders will receive full refunds.

The reason cited for the cancellation? The game, according to the official announcement, was simply not ready for release. While developers had promised a significant technological leap, they ultimately fell short of their ambitious goals. This level of transparency is refreshing, a stark contrast to some other sports game franchises known for minimal updates between releases.

However, the cancellation is still a significant letdown for fans. The developers have also confirmed that Football Manager 24 will not receive a 2025 season update, leaving players with only an outdated version for the coming year. This is particularly disappointing given the game's history of helping virtual managers secure real-world coaching positions.

For now, fans will have to await further announcements regarding the future of the Football Manager franchise.