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5 Star Potential | A Football Manager Podcast

5 Star Potential
Football Manager
Champions League
Premier League
Newcastle
Midweek Football
Sandro Tonali
Pentagon Challenge
Wolves
Christmas
Vanuatu National South
Max Beier
Newcastle United
James Milner
South Africa
Sweden
Luton
Bournemouth
Kenan Yildiz
Europa League
London

A weekly Football Manager Podcast brought to you every Monday focusing on Football Manager past, present and future as well as little bit of real football for good measure!

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It's the first podcast of 2026! Madd and Dave have a quick chat about their saves and what they would do if they were in charge of their clubs this January.

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Merry Christmas! It's time for the 5 Star Pod quiz of the year. Madd tests the knowledge of Doop, Dave and Matt to see who will take this year's quiz crown.

It's a bumper save update this week. With Matt returning we hear about his early ventures in non-league, Dave talks about the latest in Scotland and Doop talks Portugal.

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Doop and Dave lead the squad this week as they chat about the latest in the FM saves. With the teams in similar situations, they switch notes on players and tactics whilst also having a discussion on how they'd manage a team struggling at the bottom.... more

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Recent Guests

De Lucas
Database editor specializing in retro databases for Football Manager.
Episode: Retro Football Manager
Tom Azzopardi
Content creator known for Football Manager insights and gameplay
YouTube
Episode: FM Bragging Rights

Hosts

Doop
Co-host known for engaging gameplay insights and humor.
Madd FM
Co-host with a focus on community engagement and witty commentary.
Matt
Co-host known for tactics discussions and football analysis.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 447 ratings
  • Essential Listening For All Football Manger Enthusiasts

    For avid Football Manager enthusiasts, this podcast presents an exceptional resource. The hosts possess a harmonious blend of expertise, humor, and passion, ensuring each episode is both engaging and informative. Their coverage encompasses a wide range of topics, from in-depth tactical analyses to humorous anecdotes recounting their saves. Their unwavering enthusiasm for the game is evident in every segment.

    The production quality is of the highest caliber, and the pacing maintains your attenti... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gary7081
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Does Doop ever get tired

    Of going on and on about how great he is at football manager.. the game isn’t that hard and it’s a game.. maybe relax a little idk

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mickstape better
    United States2 years ago
  • Used to love, but it’s falling away

    I used to love this pod and it was my favourite listen every week. But recently, it’s clear the guys are falling out of love with FM, and this pod.

    There’s lately way too much discussion of real-life football which would be fine if the pod was released the day after the games, but it’s often over a week out of date.

    The presenters seem fed up with their saves and this edition of the game. Their FM content used to be SO good, with interesting save ideas and challenges. But it just isn’t there r... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    CCR8844
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • The standard for non traditional football manager content

    Everyone watches the videos and live streams but it takes a special talent to have success doing content on football manager outside of those mediums. Since the beginning these individuals (past and present) have set a standard for quality content that’s hard to beat.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bfcookie
    United States2 years ago
  • helping with my cercle Brugge save

    Thanks man

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rynpthegreat
    United States3 years ago

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Fans feel a strong sense of community and enjoy the active engagement with the hosts, who address listener questions regularly.
Listeners appreciate the engaging banter and humor among the hosts, highlighting the expert insights they provide about Football Manager.
Some listeners express concern over the hosts' shifting focus to real-life football topics, hoping for more gaming content in future episodes.

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Lost In Translation
Q: How could the international management aspect be made more engaging?
They suggested involving the player more in the national team affairs, akin to how domestic management is handled, to enhance gameplay and fulfill managerial ambitions.
Lost In Translation
Q: What do you think about the exclusion of international management in FM26?
The hosts discussed the mixed reactions from the community and the importance of international management in Football Manager, especially in light of a World Cup year.
FM25 Save Seeking
Q: Would you be able to recommend me three teams I should manage, maybe potentially in for manager FM25?
I'll try. If history is taught us anything, it's that you rarely, if ever, listen to anything I say or do.
Retro Football Manager
Q: What has been the most difficult part of creating a retro database?
Reverting player values and wages to their 90s equivalents can be challenging because of the game's underlying mechanics.
Retro Football Manager
Q: How would you describe yourself and sort of your role within the football manager community?
I am a database editor specializing in retro databases.

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This podcast centers around the world of Football Manager, delivering engaging discussions that blend gameplay insights with real football commentary. The hosts often share personal anecdotes and strategies related to their gaming experiences, along with updates on the latest changes and features in the Football Manager series. Unique to this podcast is the camaraderie among hosts that fosters a community feel, inviting listeners into lively debates about tactics, player management, and their respective gaming adventures. Episodes provide a mix of humor and expert analysis, catering to both seasoned players and newcomers to the Football Manager franchise.

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