How A Person With 11,003 Hours Starts A Save

[@elgat34ux]

The scariest thing when going through the coaches was that two of the ones you picked up were formerly Alex Ferguson's assistant managers and you didn't even realise

[@georgecallaghan4206]

Both are pretty famous aswell haha

[@HarleyGC7]

11:00 “this guy” that’s Brian Kidd a Utd legend who won the European cup in 1968 with them as a player!

[@Noobie2k7]

And former assistant manager at the club under Alex Ferguson.

[@ryanwilson4668]

Came here to write the same thing 😂😂

[@cazter901]

@@Noobie2k7and left to become assistant at city to mancini, pellegrini, and pep, the snake😂😂😂😂. also joined city as a player

[@morepork281]

Came here in knowledge that you guys wouldn't have missed a trick like this.

[@DetBareMikkel]

I'm at 11,364 hours since 2015. However, I estimate 1,500-2,000 hours of "waste" (forgetting to shut down game, or leaving to go shopping for groceries and such. Still. Both proud and extremely not-proud.

[@LiftandCoa]

same

[@Pepenthez]

@@numchacar”casual”

[@monkeytribez]

@@numchacarnothing above 10k hours qualify as casual big man

[@needfoolthings]

Far over 1,000 hours a year is a job. No wages? Y'bad atcher jawb.

[@seanambler4518]

I'm currently at 11,834.3 hours since FM20. It's concerning, but in a good way lol

[@pwalmsley9]

Zealand - I've been trying out a Head Coach challenge on my save; basically you only handle tactics and training; you let the DOF deal with the transfers in and out (with your minimal input). Be interested to see how you find a challenge like that one!

[@GamingOnIce]

I'm intrigued, how many players who you fell in love with got sold and how many useless players were brought in to try and replace with them?

[@pwalmsley9]

@@GamingOnIce the Liverpool board sold VVD and Salah and tried to buy Christensen and Toney!

[@theIdeaFactoryOfficial]

nobody asked and nobody cares.

[@taiyox5860]

@@theIdeaFactoryOfficial nobody cared about your ai videos either and yet you kept posting them.

[@GamingOnIce]

@@theIdeaFactoryOfficial I care

[@Venko-san]

that Garnacho Picture 😅👌

[@ChesterRGC]

16:55 for real 😭 what is that

[@luketyson333]

Aldhelm from The Last Kingdom on Netflix......no idea why tho lol

[@robertlarson6076]

@@luketyson333 I'm guessing just the haircut.

[@rtzyonko]

@@dantomokeAldhem the goat > Garnacho

[@silverycarbide4589]

😭😭😭😭

[@danxlrsgaming5219]

Zealand axing basically the whole coaching team is insane. As a Manchester United fan I loved it

[@123-x5w]

Best Tip is when your looking for new staff at the start of the save search for HOYD without a club, with a min of 15 for tec-tac-def-att there you will find newgens that you can sign as coaches for the first team or under18/21 coaches ( your welcome)

[@d-law868]

How many HOYD had 15+ in those 4 hehe that you can get

[@markwilliams3760]

'The team isn't big enough to need 2 fitness coaches' - bro didn't watch United IRL this year 😁

[@randomkeith7673]

I been playing these religiously since 97/98. I’ve spent literally years of my life on these. On steam I tend to get 1000+ hours a year and I’m sure I played more when I was younger than I did before steam

[@BenChowdhiry]

Music is giving me vlog vibes

[@timcorcoran9786]

What song is it /are they. I like the music but can’t work it out

[@S1lverHammer]

@@timcorcoran9786 Shazam tells me the artist is Louis Island. Reminds me Joze Gonzalez.

[@antiadam666]

The fact Antony has such high stats is criminal

[@tdh2044]

Not really. He is still a decent player, and he would probably do alright in most clubs. Hes flopped at United, but so have many other players, and that club in general is a parasite.. When I watch him, I see some weakeness, sure, but he still is a decent player, and theres more that can be extracted from him, in United, or elsewhere.

[@NJ_Random]

@@tdh2044 LOL

[@tdh2044]

@@NJ_Randomyea yea I know, he is a meme, but it’s a genuine truth. Nobody is really shining in that pile of garbage anyway.

[@JadenApril]

@@tdh2044 I don't know why people are so shocked by his stats, a guy who is really solid at dribbling and is quick, but average at everything else.

[@shadow_realm47]

@@tdh2044 he has no instructions, cant really blame him for that.

[@stijnhoogvorst]

Lo-Fi Zealand Beats to Relax/Study to

[@thepetermullins]

Zealand, I love this video. 1) It is informative and showed me how much you can hack a team apart on day one, and 2) The music helped my tired pregnant wife fall asleep. Thank you sir, you are a gent and a scholar.

[@lew1s979]

Your next save should be a youth only save or 1 nation/region like Basque. Makes it interesting being limited to what players you can use and more to do with development, tactics and management.

[@zacko8609]

Is it just me or why do i now want a zealand study video where you study while zealand plays football manager with this backing track.

[@joedrew3600]

fuckin genius

[@GCVideos]

Interesting to see how you do your coaches. In my Gladbach save, I have a majority English coaching team bc I am English managing in Germany. I like to imagine it helps me communicate with my coaches (it makes no difference realistically). My assistant manager is also the same age as me and can speak fluent German. I like to imagine we are good mates and he helps me with German words. Little things help immerse me lol

[@FieldMedic4077]

Really enjoyed this video. The combination of chill music and Zealand playing FM in the background was nice

[@ElizabethHarris-yh5im]

You definitely deserve more recognition for this!

[@thehaifspace]

Smashed this out of the park, Reece. Really chilled vibe but showing so much important stuff. Hope you're well, buddy.

[@AagoMcFly]

I was todays years old when I learned that even Z has delegated his press conferences by now.

[@2sharppp]

Can’t be calling Jonny Evans “terrible”. He had an impressive season for us irl

[@niamh9500]

He has all his knowledge from football manager which gives him zero ball knowledge

[@JamieAubrey]

What is that music ? sounds like the ending to a really good TV show you just finished watching as the main character walks into the sunset

[@RyanHowell1884]

All songs are by Louis island

[@dsm2k1]

Honestly i found the music really of putting and made it hard to watch the video

[@Robbikelly]

The music was perfect, was actually gonna post about it myself 🙏

[@jamesshone1677]

@@dsm2k1then don’t watch it then…

[@aussieaussie4848]

Wompwomp​@@dsm2k1

[@matttias3]

Really chilled video. Change of pace is nice every now and then

[@lucki--]

10:45, wow what an insanely useful tip

[@S1lverHammer]

I also learned a new thing today!

[@jablob]

this is giving me a different feeling to the other Zealand videos

[@andymurray8620]

If it makes you feel better you got me curious...and just FM 2015 - FM 2024 I am at 24,153 hours. Here's the really crazy thing, and I am not "proud" of this. I am neurotic and probably insane, but literally, I have never skipped a single press conference (since FM10)

[@simonedwards9427]

As a United fan this video basically sums up the disgust fans have with the club, ridiculously overpaid players which can’t be shifted caused by poor management above the manager. This type of board controlled transfer structure to be fair isn’t represented that well in FM and although I think many would hate it, it would add realism for clubs like United or Chelsea.

[@esp2017]

One of my greatest fm achievements was managing to get a fee for martial. It took two seasons on fm24, I extended his contract (1 year option) to be sure we got a fee, Southampton spent 20 million on him. Absolutely insane. He stuck around the epl for 3 years with them, scoring a hefty 10 goals.

[@faxxiz]

The hold shift technique is goated, 10 years playing FM without knowing. Thanks for that

[@vinceo1058]

Posting this comment without a time stamp is worse than being a war criminal.

[@faxxiz]

😂😂😂

[@jedsithor]

The first hour of each new iteration for me is spend downloading megapacks, licence fixes etc. The news that the Premier League will be officially licensed for 2025 should theoretically save some time in that regard.

[@dennizekholm7078]

I really do like this kind of moore "low pace" video. Its wholesome. Would love some moore of that!

[@joefawcett2191]

Supposedly it takes 10,000 hours to master any skill, this guy chose football manager

[@DexteruL]

I liked this format alot. Even with the speed ups it provided plenty of information. Maybe make it a series of some kind ?

[@lordhenry3383]

LOVE the editing style!

[@ian8270]

hey Z, loved this and would like to see more. Finally inspired me to start the PC version after years of watching YT content and playing mobile

[@619Slipk]

Zealand's search history 1.3 divided by 10 4 plus 3 plus 3 how many days ina year Hair transplant turkey

[@robdavies1893]

That Man U legend Brian Kidd 😂 former assistant

[@bcb1706]

"This guy"

[@IXxJordan]

Doing the math at the start made me think of myself and games I played in the past, I used to play COD4 religiously for like 11 years. I left the console on and stuff but as far as I am aware, I put in around 42,000 hours in 11 years. I imagine that about a third of that is dead hours, school / sleeping, shopping, vacations etc. Doing the math, it sits around 43% of those 11 years were cod4 (2007-18). I would sleep for like 4hrs a day, go to school for half the day (I missed a lot) and sacrificed my social life. Yes, I played other games during this period too, I reckon around 60-70% of my time was gaming (14-16hrs per day on average), usually around 2pm - 4am then all nighters over the weekends. *this assumes the 42000 number, its slightly less if we use around ~30000 of playing time* Yes, I realise that this is incredibly sad. I sacrificed education and social life in the process, lost relationship opportunities, friendships and the start of my job opportunities.

[@mw56101]

Can people remember the Depotivo player Djalminha in FMs past? He always fell out with his club so you could buy him cheap but then he immediately fell out with you as well, he was incredibly broken.

[@thegreathadoken6808]

10:59 Zealand: "This guy" This guy: "Hi, I'm Brian Kidd. Man United legend, who scored on my 19th birthday in the European Cup final for Man United in our 4-1 smashing of Benfica at Wembley and was Alex Ferguson's assistant for years." EDIT: Look at that, your naming convention for your training schedules is exactly the same as mine.

[@StewartUSAF]

Funny that you mention Johnny Evans, because he was the rock in my central defense in my promotion season at Saint-Etienne.

[@Ganganuk]

That’s the thing though, he’s at that level, not a team chasing EPL and UCL

[@LGSkipper]

Amazing video! Would love to see you do a team in the lower leagues as well

[@Fcappellafc]

wasnt expecting such a chill vibe from the video, especially with the levels of hype the streams can get. doesnt mean I didnt enjoy it though, matched nicely with Z focusing on a different scenario from his usual low-level club saves.

[@jamesoswald3473]

19 seconds and no views? Zealand has fallen off. Better get that background sorted out quick.

[@zoexy1]

Begging for likes? Gotta sort out your life.

[@ode..m]

​@zoexy1 it's just a joke lad just enjoy life a bit

[@chris-kn8nx]

@@zoexy1its a zealandism joke

[@zoexy1]

@chris-kn8nx I know about the background joke,but the fell of thing is kinda getting annoying

[@SwanRonsonDonnyJepp]

Shut Up Meg 🤫 This joke getting old af

[@YesYesHello]

Huddlestone is a player coach, they’ve had this role in the EPL for a while now, it was Paul Mcshane in the past. I think because he did play for a long stint he’s available in game, player coaches are only available in u21 and below or reserve fixtures I believe.

[@khalidmkhan]

Pretty much how it's done. -Out with the high wage players. -Out with the crappy staff. -New tactic. -New training schedules. -Pick your fruendlies. -Organise your scouting. -Organise your staff responsibilities. -Transfer in the players you really want. Start playing. 👍

[@TheNic97]

good information for starting fresh in fm thank you 👌

[@retr0-x9o]

You made your comment one minute into the video

[@willmckay8172]

@@retr0-x9o chill, bro just watched the video in 30x speed obviously

[@retr0-x9o]

@@willmckay8172 yh you're right 👍

[@themanonguitar3398]

He also made a full series on FM for beginners. I'm just starting FM and it's insanely helpful.

[@LtOrca99]

Z I think one of these for lower leagues could be great! The approach is very different in lower leagues so I’d love to see the process

[@keotherx]

I started playing in FM 20 FM 20: 452 hours FM 21: 214 hours FM 22: 1603 hours FM 23:1665 hours FM 24: 1424 hours Total: 5358 In a few years, possibly i catch you xd

[@hmdr_vrc]

I play this game since CM 98, pick Juventus, and voila, Zidane and fippo ready to play for you. But, I never play it to detail like you, and I amaze how yours dedication are more than mine 😄

[@EwanMED29]

Louie island has just gained many new fans and I’m glad to be one of them

[@Ewerboweski]

The soft guitar tunes with the fastforward moments were very pleasent. Great choice 👍

[@davidjones88]

Blasting through your entire transfer budget firing staff is some move. Training is mostly important for long-term development, which can wait a couple of seasons while they roll off their current contracts.

[@phaphamamtshengu1630]

Louis Island got a new fan, that’s music right there…

[@theqaz1828]

19:30 i always spam friendlies in preseason (every second day), particularly in my first season when I want to build tactical familiarity and build player relationships (also builds form/momentum). I honestly don't know if it's better to train than just play the players into fitness but it's what I do

[@GMeazza]

I always leave my diddy staff in place until the better ones are ready to sign. They'll still accept mutual termination.

[@stevethedog-ym4xy]

Calling Man U legend Brian Kidd "This guy" while bringing him back 😁

[@ubergreeny6398]

"I find this guy" Brian Kidd 😂

[@nelsonl5158]

I'm at work, not doing work, watching your FM video and I've never played FM.

[@AlexHerder]

A few questions: 1) Did you really only get 1 fitness coach? // 2) What are your goals for hiring coaches? Is it to maximize each column? // 3) Do you not use intermediaries to sell players? In my experience I rarely get actual offers through transfer room. // 4) Do you vary training week by week or is it all templated?

[@MorissonXD]

Cool to know that I did very similiar to begin with when i was appointed by the first bigger club in my current journeyman. No league club would be pretty interesting too!

[@MrRokkit]

10:19 Mike Phelan is back! 💪 11:03 ...and Brian Kidd. Z is definately playing this save in the classic Utd "old boys club" way

[@MiguelTavaresMAT]

You completed the 10K hours mastery of anything. Teacher Zealand.

[@KRS_two]

Pro-tip: Use the squad planner tool to get a better overview of your squad, it gives a great visual of your squads strengths and weaknesses.

[@miguelbernardes3920]

Loved the style of the vídeo, in my feels

[@kezleven8755]

You Sir are a FM Master !!! It takes about 10,000 hours of practice to become masterful.

[@arsvi123]

Z, I love you but what I really need is a video about how Nick RTFM starts the save. I feel like we could both learn so much.

[@Not_Nom1]

16:44, I dont think that's how garnacho looks like

[@LordWay]

Mike Phelan and Brian Kidd were at the club previously during Sir Alex's reign.

[@nidge18]

I'm at about 14,400 since FM12. Before FM12 I had another few thousand spent on the PSP since about 2006. On top of those I've definitely put at least 5000 in Pro Evolution Soccer Management on the PS2. Found it at a game store 20 years ago and developed a full blown addiction.

[@Shamrock-Rover]

Love the Louis Island music! Didn't know him, but it's great!!😍👌🏻

[@zephyrod7307]

My biggest issue with any given save at the start is that my starting squad is fairly alright for the league, but other players of equivalent skill are 3x as expensive as mine. I don’t understand how I’m supposed tk play the transfer market when even sidegrades to my squad are ridiculously expensive

[@ChizFM]

This was really satisfying to watch.

[@liam-398]

Is that Zealand bringing Mike Phelan and Brian Kidd back to United?

[@dalewilson835]

1.25 YEARS of playing FM none stop thats dedication

[@sarveshchowkekar326]

Garnacho’s photo is amazing😂

[@CiaranC92]

I'm 5 years into my Utd save and Antony is genuinely one of my best players. For some reason, he's actually really good in the game

[@drew_peabawlz]

Finds "This Guy" he has no clue who Brian Kidd is lol

[@theredpandagamingswe7545]

I also dont know how brian kiddd is. Outside of my Ass man in every save. Wheter its man united or 8 polish league U15s

[@drew_peabawlz]

@@theredpandagamingswe7545 ex United and City player + Assistant to Fergie and coach with Pep.

[@VantaDark]

​@@theredpandagamingswe7545Ex United player and assistant manager under Fergie.

[@theredpandagamingswe7545]

@@VantaDark I shall now look into him extremly. As i am a united fan since birth. I have failed.

[@TaliShar849]

Yeah you have buddy, he won the European Cup with Manchester United as a player in 68. ​@@theredpandagamingswe7545

[@mattjames6349]

You showed me a few faster ways to do things that I diddnt know about so thankyou. I do like your idea of doing a similar one with a dirt poor team though? I mean I started my current save with no staff whatsoever. I've never had that before. It was a lot of guesswork in the first few weeks!

[@bobmcbobg1696]

A “sentient trash can”. I’m using that from now one. Thank you.

[@gugga2745]

the beginning of this feels slightly like a zealandism

[@TheDieseI]

10:48 ive watched hundreds of hours of these videos and this might be one of the biggest tips ive either missed or never heard that would make such a huge difference lmao

[@sondrefrlich9307]

I too love sacking all the coaches and finding new ones for 20 minutes when starting a new save

[@shluli1413]

Thats 430 days, without brakes, imagine playing FM for a whole year, no eating, no sleeping. youll be 3/4 of Z's hours

[@steveburton8904]

I can't imagine searching for staff, and by attribute! Talk about making it super easy for yourself - adverts only is the way to go, keep it real!

[@pepimcpeepson]

Love how United has 31/20 Scouts at the beginning, and they still come up with players like Antony

[@BusinessHojlund]

Because it wasn’t the scouts doing and that’s changing now

[@Sebastian-tl3kf]

The music is so calming, great choice.

[@5609Ali]

This music has the energy of a scene from Love is Blind 🤣

[@IvanWizard-Karl]

I find it hilarious you found Brian Kidd and hired him as a coach. iykyk

[@ChubsEdits]

458 days played.. that’s more than all my days combined on every game I’ve played for the last 15 years lol

[@darioleemans2584]

ZEALAND IS WEARING A BEERSCHOT SHIRT MY LIFE IS COMPLETE 😭😭😭🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@filipabra8446]

Love u brother! Got hooked to this **** because of your great content!

[@AshtonJohna-mq1ln]

Nick started a Heidenheim save, you should react to that

[@Sonareklipse]

Sentient trashcan is a VIOLATION 😂

[@Danielcouchy]

"So I find this guy" *picks Brian Kidd* 🤣🤣🤣

[@Makkendam]

Beerschot kit *chefs kiss*

[@jvanderveen1993]

Non-League vid would be fun to see! Great vid, thanks.

[@fredfredburgert922]

This was incredibly relaxing

[@BasileosAlexios]

Damn. I have about five thousand hours logged on Steam and thought I was addicted to this thing.

[@Kyle_Apgar]

I would be needing a moment of reflection if I found out I played football manager for 13% of the last decade. That is soooooo much time!!