Football Manager 26 scores FIFA license ahead of November launch

Sports Interactive has announced a multi-year licensing agreement with FIFA, bringing official rights to Football Manager for the very first time. Starting with next year's FIFA World Cup 26, the game will feature official tournament branding, kits, and more.

This partnership means that Football Manager 26, which is already set to be a transformative entry thanks to its move to the Unity Engine and the inclusion of women's football, will now feature a new level of authenticity for international management. The deal covers not only the men's World Cup in Canada, Mexico, and the USA, but also the FIFA Women's World Cup and the FIFA Club World Cup.

The results of this partnership will be seen next year via a free update, timed ahead of the real-world tournament kicking off in June 2026. FM26 Mobile (Netflix) will be the exception, getting the update at launch. This update will include a revamped international management module and will bring fully licensed kits for all 48 participating national teams, alongside official tournament logos and broadcast graphics.

The game is scheduled for a worldwide launch on PC and consoles on November 4th.

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KitGuru says: It's a massive get for Sports Interactive and a feature fans have been requesting for years. Football Manager 26 is already shaping up to be the biggest leap for the franchise in a long time, and the addition of the official FIFA licence is the cherry on top.

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