Bristol CityFC1981 Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 Would love the next level in England, also Welsh 1st Division. Would also like to see EVERY national team playable. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KakaKaka Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 You mention the research needed. But when you load palyers from a nation then they already have the palyers so surely it would jsut be a case of making it into a league. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty Walds Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 It's not that simple. You'd have to get all regulations included, make sure all the clubs' squads are accurate and CA levels are relatively in sync with the real world Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
illuminaut Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 I'd also like to see the missing South-American leagues, especially Bolivia and Venezuela, but what SI should really do instead of spending time to add more leagues is coming up with an API that allows outside programmers (us) to create their own leagues. It may be initially hard to do, but in the long run you'd save a lot of time and resources and everybody wins - the community would quickly create even the most obscure leagues for anybody to plug in if they want, and SI isn't tied up researching and programming the Botswanian 3rd division. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan,,, Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 The Sussex County leagues. Some of the best teams in the world are in there, Arundel, Shoreham, Mile Oak, the list goes on, even down to Bexhill United in the Third Division! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
glamdring Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 Faroe Islands is the only new league that would excite me, but more depth in Wales, Norway and England would be very nice. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmcc84 Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 Brazilian 4th Division Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CCSUltra Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 People forget that the USL used to be playable back when Eidos was putting out the old game Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
macca69 Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 I think more leagues will become available due to the Beckhamisation of American football. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GaAsBaN Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 I'd like to see it, even without promotion/relegation. I go to Minnesota Thunder games regularly. Bechkamisation, lol, good term. He is bringing more attention to soccer, ahem, football here in the US, though, which is good for everyone, right? Right?! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kill Rock Stars Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 one possibility would be if si added in the structure for lots of extra leagues, but left them blank, so that people could add the players later. as it is, people have done the research for leagues such as egypt, but currently have to replace an existing league in order to add it in Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leedsfan88 Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 The new irish league its a third division effectfully, Made up of junior teams and reserve teams. Its really good for the local lads to put themselves in the shop window. its only just started Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
erimus Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 The USL has to be a must!!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CCSUltra Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 The Thunder are really having a rough season this year, eh? Were you there for the Open Cup game against Cleveland? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rednwhites Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 Why were these leagues taken out? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
avstwentyone Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 The Welsh leagues for sure - just to make it more complete from a LLM point of view. As for new leagues - The Faroes, the Baltic states and other European leagues that are under represented or not represented at all (Georgia, Moldova, Albania, etc.) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shiny223 Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 The Thunder are really having a rough season this year, eh?Were you there for the Open Cup game against Cleveland? Portland have been having a rough time as well. But we just re-signed Byron Alvarez, so we're going to dominate again. Timbers franchise leading goal-scorer for the win! As for why they were taken out, not too sure, to be honest. Lots of people seem to want them, I know at least six or seven who would buy the game if it had the USL leagues in it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwityke Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 If people want the leagues adding I don't see why they shouldn't be added. It would make managing in the USA more attractive due to the increased player base, and potential for feeder teams etc. I would also like either the league here in NZ adding or the state leagues in Oz for the exact same reason as above. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSCCG Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 NCAA and PDL leagues are more important! Because american youth development is a very important part of their sports. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan,,, Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 I'm confused though. What is the point of having weird names after the club names like "Bears" or something like that? And i know it would be good, but, what is the point as you can't get promoted, so even if your club won the league for ten years in a row, they wouldn't progress anywhere, maybe win the Open cup, but that's all. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
erimus Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 Ive updated the USL (both divisions) in my games to be as accurate as possible. I really hope it gets included in fm09. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CCSUltra Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 @ MSCCG - adding the NCAA would be one of the stupidest things SI could do. The USL is more important to American soccer than college. And to my knowledge, the leagues were removed because the guy in charge of American research didn't want to devote as much time to the leagues. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shiny223 Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 I'm confused though. What is the point of having weird names after the club names like "Bears" or something like that?And i know it would be good, but, what is the point as you can't get promoted, so even if your club won the league for ten years in a row, they wouldn't progress anywhere, maybe win the Open cup, but that's all. First off, that is how most things are done in American sports, it is just a different culture. As for the not getting promoted, you are right, they wouldn't progress to the so-called 'highest' level in America. It is quite different than any other league in that the two are separate entities, and the quality level is almost the same, the USL just doesn't recieve the treatment the MLS does, mostly because of money-related issues. And, as a matter of fact, the Open Cup now gives Concacaf Champion's League I believe, so there is that. Its just like playing in any other lower-quality league, the MLS doesn't really have anything to do with the USL. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GaAsBaN Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 The Thunder are really having a rough season this year, eh?Were you there for the Open Cup game against Cleveland? I did not see them play Cleveland. I did see them play host to Burnley FC, which was pretty sweet. I REALLY want to get over to England and see a game at Wembley or Old Trafford. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
reo hustler Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 I'm confused though. What is the point of having weird names after the club names like "Bears" or something like that? I don't know? Why are they called the Red Devils? What is the point? http://www.premierleague.com/page/manchester-united Ever heard of a nickname? That's what those Americans do. They include the nickname unlike Englishmen. However, just about all clubs have nicknames. Ever heard of Spurs? Cules? Los Blancos? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hauler24 Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 Well there is a promotion system in place in the USL. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gauvner Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 I don't know? Why are they called the Red Devils? What is the point?http://www.premierleague.com/page/manchester-united Ever heard of a nickname? That's what those Americans do. They include the nickname unlike Englishmen. However, just about all clubs have nicknames. Ever heard of Spurs? Cules? Los Blancos? indeed every club has a nickname even the mighty Chesterfield is called the Spireites! But i think the question the person asked meant more of why is there the nicknames in the full name. E.g. Manchester United not Manchester Red Devils United or "Real Madrid Los Blancos" rather than Real Madrid. All teams outside of the US have a full name then a nickname.... The Americans seem to add full name and nickname together Like Portland Timbers or what else. But why though Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CCSUltra Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 It's just part of American culture. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
reo hustler Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 I'm confused though. What is the point of having weird names after the club names like "Bears" or something like that?And i know it would be good, but, what is the point as you can't get promoted, so even if your club won the league for ten years in a row, they wouldn't progress anywhere, maybe win the Open cup, but that's all. indeed every club has a nickname even the mighty Chesterfield is called the Spireites! But i think the question the person asked meant more of why is there the nicknames in the full name. E.g. Manchester United not Manchester Red Devils United or "Real Madrid Los Blancos" rather than Real Madrid. All teams outside of the US have a full name then a nickname.... The Americans seem to add full name and nickname together Like Portland Timbers or what else. But why though Yeah but that's the full name of the American club. You say, Manchester "United." Well, the Americans say New York "Yankees." The nickname of the New York club could be classified as "yankees" or "yanks." However, if you look on a map, you won't see Real Madrid, New York Yankees, and Manchester United. You'll see Manchester, Madrid, and New York. If United, Yankees, or Real aren't classified as "nicknames" then I don't know what a nickname is . . . Amusing how hypocritical people are . . . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sydfc4ever Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 it's a means of identification and unity, we use it here is Australia (i.e. Central Coast Mariners), plus, the English actually do this also (Leeds Rhinos in Rugby League, London Wasps in Union). personally i love it, wish my Sydney FC team had a decent nickname. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydney FC06 Posted July 25, 2008 Share Posted July 25, 2008 I think it would be more important to add leagues such as the forthcoming Australian Youth League before something like the USL. If they have nothing better to do and add it, then I would recommend they consider the Aus state leagues and NZ leagues, because they are all at pretty much the same feeble level! Personally I'm happy with all the leagues that are currently in the game and don't see the need for extras! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydney FC06 Posted July 25, 2008 Share Posted July 25, 2008 If push comes to shove- screw the pathetic American lower leagues (would be a complete waste of time) and add the almost-interesting New Zealand league along with the option to expand the Aussie A-League to 12 teams in 2012! If your a Canadian or American and can't get a "job" on FM in the Americas- there is a big wide world out there waiting for your exploration (something many seem to forget). Try starting in one of the Latin leagues such as Argentina and Brazil.... or try one of the small teams in the MLS (there are plenty to choose from) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herter Posted July 25, 2008 Share Posted July 25, 2008 Faroe Islands Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwityke Posted July 25, 2008 Share Posted July 25, 2008 personally i love it, wish my Sydney FC team had a decent nickname. You do Bling FC is the funniest nickname I have ever heard of... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gauvner Posted July 25, 2008 Share Posted July 25, 2008 Yeah but that's the full name of the American club. You say, Manchester "United." Well, the Americans say New York "Yankees." The nickname of the New York club could be classified as "yankees" or "yanks." However, if you look on a map, you won't see Real Madrid, New York Yankees, and Manchester United. You'll see Manchester, Madrid, and New York.If United, Yankees, or Real aren't classified as "nicknames" then I don't know what a nickname is . . . Amusing how hypocritical people are . . . Ive been proven wrong... Congratulations Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shiny223 Posted July 25, 2008 Share Posted July 25, 2008 I think it would be more important to add leagues such as the forthcoming Australian Youth League before something like the USL. If they have nothing better to do and add it, then I would recommend they consider the Aus state leagues and NZ leagues, because they are all at pretty much the same feeble level! Personally I'm happy with all the leagues that are currently in the game and don't see the need for extras! New Zealand's league can't hold up anywhere near the USL1. Our Portland Timber's manager, Gavin Wilkinson, is a kiwi and he rates it at barely in USL-2. Of course, we have signed two top scorers from there, namely Bryan Little and Benji Totori and Bryan's not getting any time out on the pitch, and Totori hasn't either (Cause he is injured ) neither of them have scored yet. I can honestly say that I think more people will buy the game if the USL Division is in it, as for the Aussie State Leagues and New Zealand leagues, can't really say the same. I can see why you are fine with it, you can manage Sydney F.C. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason the Yank Posted July 26, 2008 Share Posted July 26, 2008 Some of you lads really ought to go over to SI's new Football Forum on these very boards and chime in on the MLS thread. It says MLS in the subject line, but we talk about USL (mostly Timbers and Silverbacks because of posters from Portland and Atlanta) and the national team also. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldman Posted July 26, 2008 Share Posted July 26, 2008 Kuwait,Qatar,Saudi,Tunisia,Egypt. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoGa70 Posted July 26, 2008 Share Posted July 26, 2008 If push comes to shove- screw the pathetic American lower leagues (would be a complete waste of time) and add the almost-interesting New Zealand league LOL NZ league is about the level of PDL in the US, what's the point? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoGa70 Posted July 26, 2008 Share Posted July 26, 2008 Benji Totori This guy is ****-poor, just trots around and does nothing. I can't understand why Portland would sign him Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shiny223 Posted July 26, 2008 Share Posted July 26, 2008 This guy is ****-poor, just trots around and does nothing. I can't understand why Portland would sign him I think he's going to be a bit of an impact sub, from what I've seen of him, he does have a nice bit of pace. Not the greatest skills, though. Doesn't really matter though, he is out for the season with a knee injury I think it is, and he was only on a year's contract, don't know if he'll come back. Bryan little has been a decent player however, I think he should be getting more playing time than he is currently. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legionaire Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 fifam doesnt have the same amount of real world data, but it leave many unresearched league playable by using fake player. in fm many league are half-researched but not able to play or view, like those appeared in the national team domestic club panel maybe these league can at least gain a viewable status and also it would be happy to see that every europe and south america nations at least have their top division Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drunk Beware Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 one possibility would be if si added in the structure for lots of extra leagues, but left them blank, so that people could add the players later. as it is, people have done the research for leagues such as egypt, but currently have to replace an existing league in order to add it in That is the easiest and best option IMO. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oobeish Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 would love to play lithuanian, latvian, estonian leagues even with fake players, although when I choose to load all players from those nations when starting a new game there's already loads of researched players. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leezoid Posted July 28, 2008 Share Posted July 28, 2008 USL please Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ossei Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 This is why: - adding the possibility to add leagues with the editor - adding the possibility to manage clubs from other nations, even with grey players could offer some workaround for those who can't find their favourite league in the game. End of debate. Then all can have their favourite leagues. I'd personally like to see: Egypt Tunisia Ghana Nigeria Algeria CIV Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
5_is_better_than_3 Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 Yeah but that's the full name of the American club. You say, Manchester "United." Well, the Americans say New York "Yankees." The nickname of the New York club could be classified as "yankees" or "yanks." However, if you look on a map, you won't see Real Madrid, New York Yankees, and Manchester United. You'll see Manchester, Madrid, and New York.If United, Yankees, or Real aren't classified as "nicknames" then I don't know what a nickname is . . . Amusing how hypocritical people are . . . Real actually stands for Royal. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
reo hustler Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 Real actually stands for Royal. That is true. Are you saying it's not a nickname? I hear people call them "Real" all the time. Also, why are you translating it? No one questioned it . . . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
weeman Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 i want the buying players more like real life, the manager usally gives the chairman a list of players and he goes out and sees who he can get , its the way most clubs work in the top leagues anyway! i would love to see this added Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCIAG Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 I know a few people (not sport fans) who call every team like the New York Yankees. If I hear the words "Reading Royals" or "Arsenal Gunners/Gooners" once more... Manchester United isn't a nick name, it's firstly a way of telling them apart from City, and secondly saying that when the team was formed, it made Manchester "United" (except for City). Leeds or Newcastle would be better examples... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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