FIFA 21 - CAREER MODE GUIDE

Summary

In this video, Carlão presents a unique and realistic career mode challenge for FIFA or Football Manager players, emphasizing strategic team management and adhering to strict rules. He introduces various rules such as player age, overall rating, salary limits, and foreign player restrictions. Carlão advises on creating a balanced squad, setting salary caps, and adhering to financial constraints while aiming to develop young talent. The guide offers clear instructions on managing transfers, contracts, and budgets, making it an engaging and insightful experience for those looking to add a challenge to their career mode gameplay.

Takeaways

• 😀 Choose your team carefully and select your formation and starting players. This forms the foundation of your career mode strategy.
• 😀 Calculate the average overall rating for your entire squad and specifically for your starting players, as this will help in managing team quality.
• 😀 Limit the number of foreign players in your squad based on the competitions you are involved in. For example, Champions League squads should have a maximum of 16 foreign players.
• 😀 Set a salary cap for your team based on the total current salary of your squad. This cap must be adhered to for the upcoming seasons, with potential increases for high league finishes.
• 😀 Define the maximum number of players that can be signed in a transfer window, including those from the youth academy. The exact number can vary by league.
• 😀 Players in your squad can be sold or loaned out, but once you sell three first-team players or squad members, you can freely reject or negotiate transfer offers.
• 😀 Set specific rules on how much you can demand for your players based on their value. For example, your most valuable player can be sold for up to 200% of their market value.
• 😀 Transfers should be focused on short-term loans, and when purchasing a player, you should aim to offer a fair price that fits within your team's financial restrictions.
• 😀 Ensure that any new player acquisition does not exceed the average overall rating of your existing squad unless they are a major signing meant to become a key player.
• 😀 For players over 30, their maximum rating is capped at 64 if they are a starter, with a limit of 61 for non-starting positions. Young players under 23 should also follow strict rating guidelines.

Q & A

What is the primary focus of the video guide?

The primary focus of the video guide is to provide a set of realistic and strategic rules for playing career mode in a football video game, specifically focusing on squad management, transfers, player wages, and team-building strategies.

How should you start when following the rules of the guide?

You should start by selecting your team, formation, and starting lineup. This sets the foundation for all other decisions, including calculating overall team ratings and establishing squad structure.

How do you calculate the average rating of your team?

To calculate the average rating of your team, sum the overall ratings of all players in your squad and divide by the total number of players. You can also do this specifically for the starting lineup if needed.

What rules govern the number of foreign players in the squad?

The number of foreign players in the squad is regulated depending on the competition. For example, in Champions League or Libertadores, the maximum is 16 foreign players. For domestic leagues, the limit can be as low as 6 foreign players with specific conditions for scouting.

How should salary limits be managed for the team?

A salary cap is defined based on your team's total wage bill. You must not exceed this cap. For example, if the total salary is $23,450, the maximum for future contracts cannot surpass this amount, and player wages should be adjusted accordingly.

What happens if a team finishes in a higher league position regarding salary adjustments?

If the team finishes in a higher position, such as winning the league, you can increase the salary cap by a percentage. For example, winning could lead to a 40% increase in the salary budget for the next season.

Can you accept or reject offers for players during the transfer window?

Yes, you can accept or reject offers for players, but you are only allowed to reject one offer per player throughout the transfer window. If you reject more, it can affect your relationship with players and the club's management.

What are the restrictions for signing new players in terms of their overall rating?

When signing new players, their overall rating should not exceed the team’s average overall rating by more than a few points. For example, if the average rating of your starting lineup is 63, you cannot sign players with an overall higher than 65 for that position.

What are the rules for loaning or transferring players from the academy?

Players from the academy cannot be loaned or transferred in the same window they are promoted to the main team. They can only be loaned or sold after the following transfer window, typically in June.

How should you manage the scouting and hiring of new players?

Scouting should be based on specific limitations, such as hiring scouts from the same country as the club and ensuring that they have a minimum number of stars (at least 7 for international players and 5 for domestic). This will affect the quality and potential of the players you discover.