FM23 Training Analysis 10 - IT'S HERE! Evidence Based Training Schedule v23

Summary

In this FM 23 training analysis video, Max unveils an evidence-based training schedule, EBTS 23, designed to enhance player growth. The schedule, adaptable for various match weeks, includes specific training sessions like defending, attacking, and physical training. Max demonstrates EBTS 23's effectiveness through tests, comparing it to default schedules, showing superior player development. He also introduces a mini version for semi-pro clubs. While acknowledging a slight increase in injury risk, Max suggests manageable solutions. The video concludes with Max's commitment to further explore training mechanics in future videos.

Takeaways

• 📅 Max introduces an evidence-based training schedule for Football Manager 2023, designed for two-match weeks but adaptable for different scenarios.
• 🔄 The schedule includes minor rearrangements from the Alpha version, with specific focus on defending, attacking, physical training, and match practice.
• 📝 Max warns about a potential glitch in FM23 when copying training schedules, which might require manual adjustments.
• 💼 For semi-professional clubs with limited training slots, a mini version of the training schedule (ebts 23 Mini) is provided.
• 📊 Max conducts tests to compare player growth using the default training schedules versus his custom ebts-23, showing superior performance in player development.
• 🤔 There's a noted exception for goalkeeper growth when injuries are off, suggesting the schedule might not be as effective for this position.
• 🏋️‍♂️ Field tests using real clubs Lille and Lyon confirm that ebts-23 promotes better player growth than default schedules.
• 🔍 ebts-23 Mini is also tested with semi-professional teams Chester and Bath, showing positive results in player growth.
• ⚕️ Using ebts-23 and ebts-23 Mini slightly increases injury risk by approximately one to two days per player per season.
• 🎯 The training schedule is designed to maximize player growth without considering other factors like team cohesion or hidden attributes.
• 🌟 Max emphasizes that while his schedule is effective, it may not be the ultimate solution, and there could be other combinations that work even better.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the training schedule presented in the video?

The main focus of the training schedule presented in the video is to boost player growth as much as possible, specifically designed for Football Manager 2023.

What is the difference between the evidence-based training schedule version 23 and the alpha version?

The evidence-based training schedule version 23 is similar to the alpha version but with some minor rearrangements.

How does the training schedule accommodate different match schedules?

The training schedule is designed to cater for a two-match week, but can also be used for one-match weeks or no-match weeks by leaving certain slots empty where away matches would use up two slots.

What is the potential issue with copying and pasting the training schedule in FM 23 as mentioned in the video?

There is a potential glitch in the game that can mess up the arrangements of the training schedules when copied and pasted, requiring manual review and rearrangement.

What is the 'ebts 23 Mini' schedule and for which type of clubs is it intended?

The 'ebts 23 Mini' schedule is a separate version intended for semi-professional clubs that only have four training slots per week in FM 23.

How does the presenter demonstrate the effectiveness of the custom training schedule?

The presenter demonstrates the effectiveness of the custom training schedule by comparing player growth using the default schedules to growth using the evidence-based training schedule through a series of tests and trials.

What was the control group in the tests conducted to evaluate the training schedule?

The control group in the tests was established by recording the amount of player growth when players used the default training schedules throughout the season.

What were the results of the tests comparing player growth with the default training schedules and the evidence-based training schedule?

The results showed that the evidence-based training schedule outperformed the default schedules in terms of player growth, except for goalkeeper growth when injuries were turned off.

How were the field tests conducted to evaluate the training schedule using real clubs?

Field tests were conducted using Lille and Lens from the French Ligue 1, and Chester and Bath from the Vanarama League in England, by comparing player growth and injuries with the default schedules and the evidence-based schedules.

What was the conclusion regarding player injuries when using the evidence-based training schedule?

The evidence-based training schedule resulted in a slightly higher injury risk, increasing by around one or two days per player per season compared to the default schedules.

What are the presenter's additional remarks about the training schedule?

The presenter remarks that the schedule is designed solely to boost player growth, is one-size-fits-all for different stages of the season, and does not necessarily need to fill every training slot.