Football Manager 26
PC requirements, performance and Steam Deck status
- Minimum
- GeForce GTX 960
- Recommended
- GeForce RTX 2060 6GB · Core i5-9600K
- 60 fps 1080p high
- Radeon RX 9050 4GB (~60 fps, est.)
- Steam Deck
- Steam Deck Playable · ~31 fps ultra (est.)
- Genres
- Simulation, Sports, Strategy
- Release
- Nov 4, 2025
- Developer
- Sports Interactive
- Publisher
- SEGA
Step into the dugout and experience the future of football management.
SimulationSportsStrategyFootball (Soccer)ManagementMultiplayerSingleplayer
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What you need for Football Manager 26
Football Manager 26 needs about a Radeon RX 9050 4GB for 60 fps at 1080p high and an Arc A750 at 1440p (pcgaming.io estimate, medium confidence, ±20%, model v0, data updated 2026-09-24).
| Target | Graphics card (at least) | Processor (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p · 60 fps · High | Radeon RX 9050 4GB | Core i3-9100F |
| 1080p · 144 fps · Medium | Radeon RX 6700 XT | Ryzen 9 5950X |
| 1440p · 60 fps · High | Arc A750 | Core i3-9100F |
| 1440p · 120 fps · High | Radeon RX 6900 XT | Core i5-11400 |
| 4K · 60 fps · High | GeForce RTX 3080 10GB | Core i3-9100F |
Slowest current desktop parts (2020+ GPUs, 2019+ CPUs) our model expects to reach each target. Best GPUs for Football Manager 26 →
Estimated FPS on popular graphics cards (high preset)
| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 33 | 23 | 14 |
| GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | 47 | 33 | 20 |
| GeForce RTX 2060 6GB | 70 | 49 | 29 |
| Radeon RX 6600 | 77 | 54 | 32 |
| GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | 83 | 58 | 35 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 87 | 61 | 36 |
| Radeon RX 7600 | 97 | 68 | 41 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 | 98 | 69 | 41 |
| GeForce RTX 3070 | 115 | 81 | 48 |
| GeForce RTX 4070 | 145 | 102 | 61 |
| Radeon RX 7800 XT | 162 | 113 | 68 |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | 167 | 117 | 70 |
| Radeon RX 9070 XT | 217 | 152 | 91 |
| GeForce RTX 4080 | 225 | 158 | 95 |
| GeForce RTX 5090 | 300+ | 251 | 151 |
Estimated FPS from our model (v0), based on the game's published requirements and relative GPU/CPU performance. Not measured. Real results vary with drivers, patches, and scenes. Values above 300 fps show as 300+. Data updated 2026-09-24.
Football Manager 26 system requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 (with updates 22H2), Windows 11 (with updates 23H2) | Windows 11 – with updates (23H2) |
| Processor | Desktop: Intel Core i3-530 or AMD FX-4100 Laptop: Intel Core i3-330M or AMD A6-5200 Requires SSE4.2 & SSSE3 No specific model named. Estimated from the legacy requirement. | Desktop: Intel Core i5-9600 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600 Laptop: Intel Core i5-1035G7 or AMD Ryzen 7 3750H |
| Graphics | Desktop: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 or AMD Radeon R9 380 or Intel HD 530 Laptop: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M or AMD Radeon R9 M375 or Intel HD 530 512MiB VRAM | Desktop: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 or AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT Laptop: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile or AMD Radeon RX 6600M GeForce RTX 2060 6GBGeForce RTX 2060 Laptop GPURadeon RX 6600M |
| Memory | 4 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage | 20 GB | 20 GB |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Notes | Microsoft no longer supports Windows 10 or older versions. | Microsoft no longer supports Windows 10 or older versions. |
Source: Steam.
Football Manager 26 on handheld PCs
Valve rating: Steam Deck Playable
Steam Deck · playable
- !Interface text is not legible
- ✓Default controller configuration fully functional
- ✓Controller glyphs match Steam Deck device
- ✓Default configuration is performant
- ✗First time setup requires active internet connection
Steam Machine · verified
- ✓Default controller configuration fully functional
- ✓Controller glyphs match device
- ✓Default configuration is performant
- ✗First time setup requires active internet connection
SteamOS · playable
- !Game startup functional
- ✗First time setup requires active internet connection
| Handheld | Native resolution | Estimated FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Deck OLED | 1280×800 | 31 ultra | Steam Deck Playable |
| ROG Ally X | 1920×1080 | 32 high | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
| ROG Xbox Ally X | 1920×1080 | 37 high | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
| Legion Go 2 | 1920×1200 | 33 high | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
| MSI Claw 8 AI+ | 1920×1200 | 33 high | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
Each handheld at its own screen resolution, on the best preset that holds 30 fps. Steam Deck verdicts are Valve's rating.
Details
- Controller support
- Full
- DLC
- 1
- Steam achievements
- 44
- Series
- Football Manager
- Features
- Single-playerMulti-playerSteam AchievementsFull controller supportSteam WorkshopAdjustable Text SizePlayable without Timed InputDualShock Controller SupportDualSense Controller SupportSave AnytimeSteam CloudFamily Sharing
- Languages (19)
- English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Danish, Dutch, Greek, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese - Portugal, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish - Latin America, Swedish, Turkish, Arabic
Latest news & patches
- FM27: Clearer Interface & Smoother Navigation2026-09-22
- Community team talk: Getting ready for FM272026-08-27
- Playtesting Program for FM27 - Register Your Interest2026-08-11
- Tips for International Management in FM262026-07-21
- 9 Nations to Manage at FIFA World Cup 2026™ in FM262026-06-22
- Get 50% off FM26 across platforms2026-06-11
Official announcements via Steam.
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FAQ
Can Football Manager 26 run on a GTX 1650?
Yes, at lower settings. The GeForce GTX 1650 meets Football Manager 26's minimum spec but not the recommended one. We estimate ~33 fps at 1080p high (range 27–40, medium confidence, ±20%), GPU-limited. 60 fps at 1080p is out of reach. The cheapest current card for 60 fps at 1080p high is the Radeon RX 9050 4GB (~60 fps). Every preset on the GTX 1650.
Can Football Manager 26 run on Steam Deck?
Yes, with issues. Valve rates Football Manager 26 Steam Deck Playable. At the Steam Deck OLED's native 1280×800 we estimate ~31 fps on the ultra preset (range 25–37, medium confidence, ±20%). Our spec-based model is conservative for games tuned for Steam Deck; Valve's test result comes first. 60 fps is reachable on the low preset. Presets for 30/40/60 fps on Steam Deck OLED.
What graphics card do I need for Football Manager 26 at 1440p?
For 60 fps at 1440p high, our model points to an Arc A750 or faster: ~61 fps (range 49–73, medium confidence, ±20%). At 1080p high a Radeon RX 9050 4GB is enough. 4K at 60 fps needs a GeForce RTX 3080 10GB. All are the slowest current desktop cards per target. Best GPUs for Football Manager 26 by brand.
Can I run Football Manager 26 on a laptop?
Yes, with a fast enough GPU. Of the 30 laptop GPUs we list, the GeForce RTX 2060 Laptop GPU is the slowest expected to reach 60 fps at 1080p high: ~60 fps (range 48–72, medium confidence, ±20%). The slowest one that meets the minimum spec, the GeForce GTX 1650 Laptop GPU, gets ~45 fps at 1080p low. Football Manager 26 on the GeForce RTX 2060 Laptop GPU.
How much RAM does Football Manager 26 need?
The publisher's Steam listing asks for 4 GB of RAM minimum and 12 GB recommended for Football Manager 26.
How much storage does Football Manager 26 take?
Football Manager 26 needs 20 GB of free storage according to the publisher's recommended spec on Steam. The minimum operating system is Windows 10 (with updates 22H2), Windows 11 (with updates 23H2).