The update will see the previously fixed squad structure relaxed, allowing managers to tailor their 15-man roster to their preferred formation and strategy. A full squad will still consist of exactly 13 outfield players and two goalkeepers, but managers will have more flexible limits for the other positions. They can sign four to six defenders, four to six midfielders, and two to four forwards, giving them greater freedom to build their team.
This change will also see the previous restrictions on the transfer market lifted, allowing managers to sign players in any position. For example, a defender can be sold and a striker signed instead, or transfers from midfield to defence or from attack to midfield are now possible. The key factor remains that the squad must meet all positional limits and comply with the applicable budget and transfer rules after the transfer.
The update will also see the addition of the 5-2-3 formation, bringing the total number of available systems to eight. Managers can even select a formation if their squad doesn't yet have enough players for every required position, with the open spot clearly marked and able to be filled until the deadline. However, if it remains empty, no points will be awarded for that position.
The new features will significantly add depth to squad planning, allowing managers to strategically focus on defence, midfield, or attack, assemble their bench more deliberately, and react more flexibly to form, injuries, or the fixture schedule when making transfers.