Football Manager 25 is cancelled

Sega and Sports Interactive have delivered surprising news to fans of the Football Manager series: there will be no new installment for the 2025 season. In an official statement, the companies announced the cancellation of the game and confirmed full refunds for all pre-orders.

The reason cited for the cancellation is the game's unfinished state, despite two prior delays. The developers had aimed for a significant technological leap in this iteration, a goal they ultimately couldn't achieve within a reasonable timeframe. This transparent approach is refreshing, a stark contrast to some sports game franchises known for minimal updates between releases.

This news is undoubtedly disappointing, especially given the confirmation that Football Manager 2024 will not receive a new season update. This lack of update is a significant setback for many players, particularly those who have leveraged their in-game success to secure real-world opportunities in football clubs. For the next year, only the outdated version of Football Manager 2024 will be available.

Fans will now have to await further announcements from Sega and Sports Interactive regarding the future of the Football Manager franchise.