With a World Cup to scout, Daniil knew that his patience was going to be tested by some of the European giants for his talented players. But this competition also gave Daniil a new opportunity. He was able to scout potential transfers to see how they would adapt away from their respective clubs and if … Continue reading #21 – SEASON 10 WINTER BREAK – FC RUBIN KAZAN
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GLORY HUNTER – #7 – THE BUNDESLIGA BATTLE
Thanks for coming back for another instalment of my attempt at Doctor Benjy's Glory Hunter challenge. If you need to catch up on the last chapter then please click here to do so. If you're completely new to this series then here is a link to introduction post. This season is all about fighting for … Continue reading GLORY HUNTER – #7 – THE BUNDESLIGA BATTLE
#20 – SEASON 9 – FC RUBIN KAZAN
With the winter transfer window well upon Daniil, he wasn't looking to make drastic changes to his squad. Hopeful of keeping his prized attacking talents, Daniil knew that he needed to add depth behind the front lines, depending on transfer activity. Interest was heating up in defenders Sven Botman & Alexandr Silyanov, with CSKA lodging … Continue reading #20 – SEASON 9 – FC RUBIN KAZAN
GLORY HUNTER – #6 – THE DFB-POKAL FINAL
It's time for our first cup final of the save so far, if you need to catch up on how we got here then please click here to do so or if you're new to this save here is a link to the introduction that explains the rules of the challenge. The DFB-Pokal final was … Continue reading GLORY HUNTER – #6 – THE DFB-POKAL FINAL
#7 – NAVIGATING NORWAY
Welcome back to Navigating Norway where we’ve just entered the year 2025 or as we’re calling it at Tromsdalen: The year European football came to the municipality of Tromso! Unfortunately for you — the reader — you’ll see no European action from us in this update as we’re in February and the halfway point of the season is in … Continue reading #7 – NAVIGATING NORWAY
#19 – SEASON 9 WINTER BREAK – FC RUBIN KAZAN
With the previous season's highs and lows now firmly in the past, it was time for Daniil to shift his focus to the present. Yet another summer transfer window approached, and with a Champions League debut on the cards, Daniil's recruitment was going to be vital. Daniil was notified of the board's intentions to reach … Continue reading #19 – SEASON 9 WINTER BREAK – FC RUBIN KAZAN
GLORY HUNTER – #5 – BUENISIMO BELOTTI
We go again! If you missed chapter 4 then please click here to catch up before we dive into chapter 5. I'll start off by updating you on what went on at the Qatar World Cup. To say it was a total disaster for England would be an understatement, the Three Lions didn't even manage … Continue reading GLORY HUNTER – #5 – BUENISIMO BELOTTI
#18 – SEASON 8 – FC RUBIN KAZAN
A huge second half of the season awaited Daniil. The Russian media were beginning to write off the young Russian's dreams for the season; "too inexperienced for the task at hand" many were writing. Perhaps they were right. Daniil himself knew that he was swimming with the sharks in the shape of Dinamo Moscow and … Continue reading #18 – SEASON 8 – FC RUBIN KAZAN
#6 – NAVIGATING NORWAY
Welcome back to Navigating Norway where we’ll be rounding up the action of the 2024 season. It’s Fredrik Solskjaer’s fourth year at the helm of Tromsdalen UIL and his first year managing in Norway’s top-flight. Sitting in 8th place at the midway point of the season — with Molde ending the title race for everyone already — but still … Continue reading #6 – NAVIGATING NORWAY
CHOOSING THE RIGHT ROLES WHEN USING A DOUBLE PIVOT IN FM22
NOTE: I wrote this piece for The Byline, the official Football Manager blog.Click HERE to read the published version, and a huge thanks to the guys at Football Manager for the opportunity! There's arguably no position more important in football than central midfield. It's extremely tough to win matches without controlling the middle of the … Continue reading CHOOSING THE RIGHT ROLES WHEN USING A DOUBLE PIVOT IN FM22
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