Author Topic: Soccer Manager: The Sleeping Giants 20: T'lockdown (Read 211038 times)

Card Cheat · « **Reply #3240 on:** June 20, 2018, 12:09:42 am »

Quote from: kesey on June 19, 2018, 05:03:21 pm

The run is over.

KingLuis10 · « **Reply #3241 on:** June 20, 2018, 09:56:14 am »

Quote from: Card Cheat on June 20, 2018, 12:02:05 am

All over the show. Best Napoli side ever in terms of points total I think, and they're bypassed. Matuidi drop is a kick in the nuts: first teamer, solid stats, Scudetto, Coppa Italia, CL QF, starter for France..... -1. Compare to Bonucci who has an absolute stinker of a season, misses the WC and only drops to 94. I mean howaaaay lads!

Dukla's veterans bricking it for the Spanish review.

Hide yo Benzemas!

I assumed they'd be doing Napoli & Juve today but it seems they've already moved on to Spain. Madness. Napoli finished on 91 points and all they got was Mario Rui (who da fook is that guy?!) rising to 88 and Allan to 91. Juve...did any of their players even rise? Just a load of drops for the likes of Matuidi, Buffon & Barzagli.

Card Cheat · « **Reply #3242 on:** June 20, 2018, 05:29:51 pm »

Quote from: KingLuis10 on June 20, 2018, 09:56:14 am

Hide yo Benzemas!

I assumed they'd be doing Napoli & Juve today but it seems they've already moved on to Spain. Madness. Napoli finished on 91 points and all they got was Mario Rui (who da fook is that guy?!) rising to 88 and Allan to 91. Juve...did any of their players even rise? Just a load of drops for the likes of Matuidi, Buffon & Barzagli.

Only Bentancur I think. Fully expected Higuaín to drop, though I'd have cashed in anyway after bringing in Cavani.

mikey_LFC · « **Reply #3243 on:** June 21, 2018, 09:50:37 pm »

Quote from: kesey on June 19, 2018, 05:03:21 pm

The run is over.

Like buses!

Card Cheat · « **Reply #3244 on:** June 21, 2018, 10:17:00 pm »

Quote from: mikey_LFC on June 21, 2018, 09:50:37 pm

Like buses!

Karmic buses for Aubameyang surviving the ratings review.

Still tight as heck in Division 1. Big three games coming up, must win vs Leeds' fitness freaks, then Depor in the cup, followed by another must win vs Red Star. Rotation. Stations.

kesey · « **Reply #3245 on:** June 21, 2018, 11:15:55 pm »

Flamengo will still get promotion so effin sniff it.

kesey · « **Reply #3246 on:** June 21, 2018, 11:20:32 pm »

No coincidence that Vecino had left but it now back and Xhaxa was injured and is now fit.

The midfield trio is now back.

mikey_LFC · « **Reply #3247 on:** June 24, 2018, 09:50:12 pm »

Had a bad run at the start of the season, but swapped youth for experience and now I’m 6 wins on the bounce, with the last two against top opposition in the league. One more tough game then an easier run in that should see back to back promotions secured!

Midget · « **Reply #3248 on:** June 29, 2018, 10:30:39 am »

Everybody still alright with the 35 squad limit here? I used to be broke and nowhere near the limit, but being more financially stable and hovering around the limit now I can see the benefits. Still alright with 35 as well and I like the challenge. It's getting more and more difficult to decide who to sell. Just wanted to throw this out here and see what people's current opinions are.

KingLuis10 · « **Reply #3249 on:** June 29, 2018, 08:13:16 pm »

Still fairly broke to be honest

Think we should keep it at 35 either way, means there's always players to feast on for new managers and old!

Card Cheat · « **Reply #3250 on:** June 30, 2018, 01:06:53 pm »

I'd gobble up the chance to buy a few more 17 year olds just for the glorious rises, but I think 35 works well. We're seeing a churn of good to very good players being sold to externals as managers buy to sell, which I really like.

CF Externalo:

-------------------DeGea
Cancelo---Bonucci---Kolasinac---Marcelo
----------Ozil---Gundogan---Matic
------Higuain-----Neuer-----Costa

Subs: Immobile, Willian, Fernandinho, Bernardeschi, Sabitzer, Keita, Perisic, Dzeko, Mahrez, Moura

Working well so far I think. If there's one thing I wish could be changed it's the length of transfer bans, an option to toggle them would be ideal.

KingLuis10 · « **Reply #3251 on:** June 30, 2018, 02:16:28 pm »

Quote from: Card Cheat on June 30, 2018, 01:06:53 pm

CF Externalo:

-------------------DeGea
Cancelo---Bonucci---Kolasinac---Marcelo
----------Ozil---Gundogan---Matic
------Higuain-----Neuer-----Costa

Subs: Immobile, Willian, Fernandinho, Bernardeschi, Sabitzer, Keita, Perisic, Dzeko, Mahrez, Moura

That's a great tea-.......wait a minute!!!

RK7 · « **Reply #3252 on:** July 2, 2018, 07:02:51 pm »

We are struggling at Feyernoord, finances are a major issue. Another relegation has only worsened things, therefore my highest earners are all available for cash or trade. Koke, Mandzukic, Silva ect all have to go...

KingLuis10 · « **Reply #3253 on:** July 4, 2018, 10:46:37 am »

Betty Blue · « **Reply #3254 on:** July 4, 2018, 11:37:54 am »

Quote from: KingLuis10 on July 4, 2018, 10:46:37 am

Thank God. I'm finally rid of that greasy twat! I've been at pain for months seeing him on my teamsheet

KingLuis10 · « **Reply #3255 on:** July 4, 2018, 11:52:58 am »

Quote from: Betty Blue on July 4, 2018, 11:37:54 am

Thank God. I'm finally rid of that greasy twat! I've been at pain for months seeing him on my teamsheet

I know I'm not supposed to say this (and I couldn't stand him when he was playing for the Mancs!) but over the years I've grown to be quite fond of Ronaldo

Really happy to have brought him in while he's still rated 99.

Congrats on the title by the way Betty, Depor were far too good for the rest of us this season. Bit of a transitional season for Dresden, with this trade marking the end of a major squad overhaul. Couple more tweaks here and there and I'm looking forward to coming back stronger next season. Assuming we're still in Div. 1, of course

Betty Blue · « **Reply #3256 on:** July 4, 2018, 03:57:34 pm »

Quote from: KingLuis10 on July 4, 2018, 11:52:58 am

I know I'm not supposed to say this (and I couldn't stand him when he was playing for the Mancs!) but over the years I've grown to be quite fond of Ronaldo Really happy to have brought him in while he's still rated 99.

Congrats on the title by the way Betty, Depor were far too good for the rest of us this season. Bit of a transitional season for Dresden, with this trade marking the end of a major squad overhaul. Couple more tweaks here and there and I'm looking forward to coming back stronger next season. Assuming we're still in Div. 1, of course

Haha, I must admit he's grown on me somewhat over the years. You can't deny his work ethic and will to reach the top. His ego + his preening attitude is what does me in. Long live Messi the GOAT!

It's been a fantastic season for Depor. I was going for an unprecedented cup and league double too, but it didn't work out sadly. Still, hoping we can keep our unbeaten run which stretches back to last season and go undefeated as a first. Dresden up next with my team half fucked though! Will Messi be ready to start?

kesey · « **Reply #3257 on:** July 8, 2018, 04:58:03 pm »

Dunno what's happened to Flamengo.

Lawnmowerman · « **Reply #3258 on:** July 8, 2018, 08:56:36 pm »

Quote from: kesey on July 8, 2018, 04:58:03 pm

Dunno what's happened to Flamengo.

You're their manager, that's what's wrong!

kesey · « **Reply #3259 on:** July 9, 2018, 12:02:31 am »

Quote from: Lawnmowerman on July 8, 2018, 08:56:36 pm

You're their manager, that's what's wrong!

Hahaaa ... you tithead

Come back and manage a team and .... lets do it pan head .

KingLuis10 · « **Reply #3260 on:** July 9, 2018, 09:23:29 am »

Lawnmowerman · « **Reply #3261 on:** July 9, 2018, 12:16:39 pm »

Quote from: KingLuis10 on July 9, 2018, 09:23:29 am

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kesey · « **Reply #3262 on:** July 9, 2018, 12:47:46 pm »

Its not lettin me log on to sm. Are you back mate ?

Lawnmowerman · « **Reply #3263 on:** July 9, 2018, 12:56:08 pm »

Quote from: kesey on July 9, 2018, 12:47:46 pm

Its not lettin me log on to sm. Are you back mate ?

Nah. Don't miss it (besides the odd rivalry). I'd only take the piss for a couple seasons and piss off again. Card Cheats world deserves better than blow ins and blow offs! Wouldn't be commited enough

Betty Blue · « **Reply #3264 on:** July 9, 2018, 01:20:47 pm »

Quote from: Lawnmowerman on July 8, 2018, 08:56:36 pm

You're their manager, that's what's wrong!

Haha best return ever.

Card Cheat · « **Reply #3265 on:** July 9, 2018, 05:34:49 pm »

Quote from: Lawnmowerman on July 9, 2018, 12:56:08 pm

Card Cheats world deserves better than blow ins and blow offs! Wouldn't be commited enough

KingLuis10 · « **Reply #3266 on:** July 9, 2018, 05:48:09 pm »

Quote from: Lawnmowerman on July 9, 2018, 12:56:08 pm

Nah. Don't miss it (besides the odd rivalry). I'd only take the piss for a couple seasons and piss off again. Card Cheats world deserves better than blow ins and blow offs! Wouldn't be commited enough

Nice to hear from you in any case. You'll be glad to hear that Rony Lopes has found a new home

Still waiting on Jordi Mboula to make his big breakthrough though!

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Betty Blue · « **Reply #3267 on:** July 9, 2018, 05:53:53 pm »

Quote from: KingLuis10 on July 9, 2018, 05:48:09 pm

Nice to hear from you in any case. You'll be glad to hear that Rony Lopes has found a new home Still waiting on Jordi Mboula to make his big breakthrough though!

Alex Meret is back where he belongs at Barca too!

KingLuis10 · « **Reply #3268 on:** July 9, 2018, 05:57:03 pm »

Quote from: Betty Blue on July 9, 2018, 05:53:53 pm

Alex Meret is back where he belongs at Barca too!

Mboula for Neymar?

kesey · « **Reply #3269 on:** July 9, 2018, 07:46:26 pm »

Quote from: Betty Blue on July 9, 2018, 01:20:47 pm

Haha best return ever.

Still a knobhead innee.

kesey · « **Reply #3270 on:** July 9, 2018, 07:47:04 pm »

Anyway.

Division One here I come.

Lawnmowerman · « **Reply #3271 on:** July 9, 2018, 09:03:39 pm »

Is Luiz Gustavo available?? I might join if he's available for pick up. Worrabout Fabio Della Giovanna??

KingLuis10 · « **Reply #3272 on:** July 10, 2018, 07:42:05 am »

Quote from: Lawnmowerman on July 9, 2018, 09:03:39 pm

Is Luiz Gustavo available??

Somehow still rated 91!

Lawnmowerman · « **Reply #3273 on:** July 10, 2018, 11:06:06 am »

Quote from: KingLuis10 on July 10, 2018, 07:42:05 am

Somehow still rated 91!

now i miss it! No i'm starting to get nostalgic! Never change SM

Betty Blue · « **Reply #3274 on:** July 10, 2018, 02:35:47 pm »

Quote from: Lawnmowerman on July 9, 2018, 09:03:39 pm

Worrabout Fabio Della Giovanna??

mikey_LFC · « **Reply #3275 on:** July 15, 2018, 11:12:55 am »

Making moves to stay in Divison 1 and build from there. Brought in Alderweireld and Gundogan to sure up the side. Adds to the wealth of experience brought in previously in Benzema, Reus, Fabregas, Alba Mickey Ryan and Alonso.

Hoping this mixed with dogged determination sees Sparta cement themselves where they belong.

Unleash hell!

Betty Blue · « **Reply #3276 on:** July 16, 2018, 02:31:01 pm »

France win the World Cup and...

The Invincibles!

Preparing for the above record to broken on day 1 of the new season

Chrismonster · « **Reply #3277 on:** July 17, 2018, 07:02:34 pm »

Congratulations Betty, an incredible season indeed! As long as I'm not your first opponent next season, I hope you break your club record.

Changing the subject from the Sleeping Giants but remaining on Soccermanager.. If Liverpool nap Fekir + Alisson this summer, I'm going to assume Liverpool have been scouting my Gold World Darlington team! Other than Lallana, all these players below were bought before we signed them.

Alisson
Karias (bought and sold)
Matip
Lovrin (bought and sold)
Gomez
Obi
Robertson
Can (no longer ours)
AOC
Kaita (bought and sold)
Lallana (bought while at Liverpool)
Fekir
Salah
Firmino
Mane

If we grab the rest of my team, we'd be practically unbeatable on paper.

Card Cheat · « **Reply #3278 on:** July 25, 2018, 07:31:45 am »

Better late than never. Season 9 is in the books!

DIV 1:
Deportivo, Leeds, Deportivo, Deportivo, Dresden, Dresden, Dresden, Dresden, Deportivo

DIV 2:
Foggia, Parma, Torino, Dresden, Rangers, Sporting, Feyenoord, Independiente, Penarol

DIV 3:
Parma, Rangers, Fluminense, Rangers, Brondby, Feyenoord, Fluminense, Flamengo, Rangers

SLEEPING GIANTS CUP:
Valencia, Rangers, Rangers, Red Star, Sparta, Sparta, Valencia, Rangers, Feyenoord

CHARIDEE SHIELD:
Deportivo, Leeds, Rangers, Deportivo, Dresden, Sparta, Dresden, Rangers

Notable dramatic happenings:

Deportivo dominate Div 1 to win their fourth title, breaking Dresden's streak, and almost do an invincibles if not for plucky Red Star, Dresden spin their revolving door, Ronaldo and Messi swap clubs, Sporting escape the relegation fight to finish runners up, top table regulars Leeds drop into the Div 2 free-for-all, an increasingly threatening Penarol win their first league title, Kane scores 18 in 14 in a league with only two unmanaged teams, Kaiser join them along with Flamengo in spite of a late season slump, and Sparta overhaul their squad to escape relegation and send 2025 champs Feyenoord down in their place, Rangers quietly hoover up their eighth and ninth gameworld trophies, and Feyenoord scoop their first cup.

KingLuis10 · « **Reply #3279 on:** July 25, 2018, 06:47:14 pm »

Love those end of season posts

A season of transition for Dresden. Good timing as well, as even at full strength I'm not sure we'd have been able to keep up with Depor this season. Mostly just happy to have retained our Div. 1 status so we can keep raking in the extra cash from European competitions

Cash is still a big factor at Dresden, although it's noticeable that most teams have a lot more cash these days than when we first started.

Traded away some massive players - Messi, Big Kev De Bruyne, Mbappe. But I really like this new squad we're putting together, led by the GOAT

Also managed to increase the squad size by doing 2 for 1s and 3 for 1s which should make it easier to agree further trades in the future. Onwards!