Football Manager 100 Years in the Future – The Ultimate FM24 Experiment

A century-long FM24 simulation uncovers shocking changes in football. Who dominates, who falls, and what surprises await in 2124?

What does football look like in 2124? This FM24 simulation reveals shocking results!

Have you ever wondered what football will look like in 100 years? Will Manchester City still dominate? Will a non-league club rise to the top? Will PSG ever win the Champions League?

Well, thanks to TomFM, we don’t have to guess. In his FM24 experiment, he simulated football 100 years into the future—and the results are absolutely insane.

From AFC Fylde in the Premier League to Liverpool suffering relegation, this experiment is a rollercoaster of unexpected twists and turns. Let’s break down the madness that Football Manager has predicted for the year 2124.

Premier League in 2124: A New World Order

If you thought Manchester City’s dominance in recent years was impressive, buckle up—because by 2124, they’ve won 70 Premier League titles. At this point, they’re basically football’s equivalent of Thanos.

But it’s not all about City. There are some absolutely wild shifts in English football, including:

• AFC Fylde becoming an established Premier League side (yes, the same club that’s currently in the National League).
• Liverpool and Everton BOTH getting relegated in the same season.
• Barnsley winning the Europa League—not exactly what you'd expect.

💭 Can you even imagine a world where Liverpool is a yo-yo club, while Fylde is thriving in the Premier League? FM24 does.

Underdog Triumphs in Europe

It wouldn’t be an FM experiment without some bizarre Champions League winners. In 2124, the tournament is no longer just a battle between Real Madrid, Bayern, and Manchester City. Instead, we see:

• Aston Villa lifting the Champions League trophy.
• Napoli winning Europe’s biggest prize.
• Malaga and Barnsley becoming Europa League champions.

These unexpected triumphs completely reshape European football, proving that in FM, anything can happen given enough time.

Domestic Leagues: Who Rose and Who Fell?

This simulation shows just how unpredictable football can be. Some leagues see complete dominance from a single club, while others turn into a chaotic free-for-all.

Germany: No More Bayern Monopoly

The Bundesliga is now one of the most competitive leagues in Europe. Teams like Werder Bremen, Hoffenheim, and Cologne have all taken their turns at the top, breaking Bayern’s grip on German football.

Spain: Real Madrid Still the Kings

While other leagues see major shifts, La Liga remains pretty much the same—with Real Madrid absolutely steamrolling the competition, winning a ridiculous 104 league titles. Interestingly, Barcelona became a Yo-Yo club and is going back and fort from first to second division. 

France: PSG's Reign Finally Ends

FM24 predicts that PSG will eventually fall from dominance, with clubs like Bordeaux and Lens taking over as Ligue 1’s top teams.

The World Cup in 2124: A Truly Global Game

The international football scene has also undergone some shocking changes. Traditional powerhouses like Brazil, Argentina, and Germany have seen their dominance challenged by unexpected nations.

Some of the most surprising World Cup winners include:

• Bulgaria – Apparently, they become a footballing powerhouse.
• Romania – Forming an intense rivalry with Bulgaria on the world stage.
• South Korea and Mexico – Both lifting the biggest trophy in world football.

The biggest surprise? Uruguay winning the World Cup again—proving that they might have another golden generation in the future.

💭 Could we actually see Bulgaria and Romania dominating world football in real life? Probably not… but FM has spoken!

The Biggest Casualties: Clubs That Fell From Glory

It’s not just about the winners—some massive clubs completely collapsed in this simulation. The biggest shocks?

• Arsenal getting relegated to League One at one point.
• Nottingham Forest falling all the way to the National League North.
• Liverpool and Everton bouncing between the Premier League and Championship.

It’s hard to imagine clubs like Arsenal and Liverpool struggling, but FM’s prediction shows just how fast things can change.

What This Simulation Tells Us About Football and FM

This 100-year FM experiment highlights some real-life football trends that could actually happen:

✔️ Superclubs won’t dominate forever. Even the biggest teams can fall if they’re not managed properly.
✔️ Smart scouting and recruitment matter. Clubs that relied on financial power struggled, while well-run teams thrived.
✔️ Football is unpredictable. Just because a club is small today doesn’t mean they won’t be a force in the future.

For FM players, this is a reminder that:

• Long-term saves can be insanely fun—who knows what could happen after 50 or 100 seasons?
• Investing in youth and financial stability pays off in the long run.
• No club is safe from bad management, poor recruitment, and relegation.

Final Thoughts – The Madness of FM 2124

This Football Manager experiment was pure chaos—but that’s exactly what makes FM so much fun.

Who would have guessed that:
✅ AFC Fylde would be a Premier League staple?
✅ Arsenal would drop to League One?
✅ Barnsley would win the Europa League?

That’s the magic of Football Manager. Anything can happen.

Watch the Full Experiment by TomFM

If you want to see all the madness unfold in detail, watch the full video by TomFM here:

Make sure to subscribe to TomFM for more FM experiments and let him know in the comments that FM Blog sent you!

What’s Next? Try This Challenge Yourself!

Feeling inspired? Try simulating 100 years into the future in your own FM save and see what happens! Drop a below if you’ve ever done a long-term FM experiment—what were the craziest things you saw?