The infamously addictive game returned on November 8th with it’s 2022 edition, taking an even deeper dive into the world of football management, adding a shiny new data hub and an improved match engine to its already extensive take on life in the dugout.
For a bit of fun, we've fired up the newly released productivity-devastator, and sent the game three years into the future to see how West Ham line up on the first day of the 2024/25 season.
Take a look at how the game predicts the Hammers’ matchday squad will look as they prepare for a season opener against Burnley:
5. LB: Marc Cucurella
Cucurella has impressed since arriving in the Premier League in real life, and he clearly did enough in game to persuade the Irons to lure him away from Brighton. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images) Photo: Shaun Botterill
6. MCR: Thomas Partey
A real coup, the Hammers spent big to steal the midfielder away from London rivals Arsenal in 2024. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images) Photo: Julian Finney
7. MCL: Declan Rice
Manchester United have been linked with West Ham’s Declan Rice. | Getty Images Photo: Alex Pantling
8. AMR: Said Benrahma
Another who has stuck it out for the long haul, Benrahma starts on the right wing. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images) Photo: Alex Pantling