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Athênai S26 Bonuses AFC

The following bonuses will be given out to the Athênai Football Club Players ($8,500,000) left in unused wages:

Armero Staple @vinsky, $850,000
Mullet Man @Ogreishh, $850,000

Tito Esposito @coachsj35, $850,000

Jonathan Muńoz @CaptainGatsby, $850,000

Curtis Yeager @CLG Rampage, $850,000

Mecha Zilla @firstfray, $850,000

Vumion Stitcherson @Vumion, $850,000

Moew enBach @Moew, $850,000

Zay Bailey @Heart0verheight3, $850,000

Don Lorenzo @tstols, $850,000

CABA S26 Bonuses

None

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Athênai S26 Bonuses AFC

The following bonuses will be given out to the Athênai Football Club Players ($8,500,000) left in unused wages:

Armero Staple @vinsky, $850,000
Mullet Man @Ogreishh, $850,000

Tito Esposito @coachsj35, $850,000

Jonathan Muńoz @CaptainGatsby, $850,000

Curtis Yeager @CLG Rampage, $850,000

Mecha Zilla @firstfray, $850,000

Vumion Stitcherson @Vumion, $850,000

Moew enBach @Moew, $850,000

Zay Bailey @Heart0verheight3, $850,000

Don Lorenzo @tstols, $850,000

CABA S26 Bonuses

None

]]> <![CDATA[Catalunya/Seoul Bonuses S26]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10374 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:39:23 +0100 Voodooman]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10374 Carolina Salazar - $1,500,000.00
Maarten Slothlenburg - $1,500,000.00
Alejandro Fuecoco - $1,500,000.00
Zoey Jenkins - $1,500,000.00
Aimo Silakka - $2,000,000.00

STAR SCREAM - $2,000,000.00
Luke Walker -$2,000,000.00
Vyacheslav Shevchenko -$2,000,000.00
Kim Heung-Min - $2,000,000.00
David Doug II - $1,500,000.00
Dennis van Huntelrooy - $2,000,000.00
Scott MacLeod - $2,000,000.00
Bob Ross - $2,000,000.00
Jayson Bryzski - $2,000,000.00]]> Carolina Salazar - $1,500,000.00
Maarten Slothlenburg - $1,500,000.00
Alejandro Fuecoco - $1,500,000.00
Zoey Jenkins - $1,500,000.00
Aimo Silakka - $2,000,000.00

STAR SCREAM - $2,000,000.00
Luke Walker -$2,000,000.00
Vyacheslav Shevchenko -$2,000,000.00
Kim Heung-Min - $2,000,000.00
David Doug II - $1,500,000.00
Dennis van Huntelrooy - $2,000,000.00
Scott MacLeod - $2,000,000.00
Bob Ross - $2,000,000.00
Jayson Bryzski - $2,000,000.00]]> <![CDATA[SSL S25 Goalkeepers Promotion]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10373 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:25:03 +0100 Moka26]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10373
[Image: SSL-S25-Goalkeepers.png]

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]]> <![CDATA[S25 GK Rivals in the playoffs]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10372 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:08:14 +0100 Moka26]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10372 LON

Guys, I might have overcooked this one...

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Guys, I might have overcooked this one...

]]> <![CDATA[the end of vacation]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10371 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:01:11 +0100 ChiefVito]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10371
Yet, beneath that slight post-holiday blues, a familiar excitement was starting to build. As much as he enjoyed doing absolutely nothing, he was quietly buzzing to get back to the pitch. He missed the daily routine, the banter with the lads in the dressing room, and that irreplaceable matchday adrenaline. A few weeks away was exactly what his body needed to recharge the batteries, but a competitor like Martin could only stay away for so long before itching to kick a ball again. He was heading back to pre-season feeling refreshed, focused, and genuinely happy to play the game he loved. Saying goodbye to the holidays is always tough, but the hunger to win never goes away.]]>
Yet, beneath that slight post-holiday blues, a familiar excitement was starting to build. As much as he enjoyed doing absolutely nothing, he was quietly buzzing to get back to the pitch. He missed the daily routine, the banter with the lads in the dressing room, and that irreplaceable matchday adrenaline. A few weeks away was exactly what his body needed to recharge the batteries, but a competitor like Martin could only stay away for so long before itching to kick a ball again. He was heading back to pre-season feeling refreshed, focused, and genuinely happy to play the game he loved. Saying goodbye to the holidays is always tough, but the hunger to win never goes away.]]> <![CDATA[Weekly PT #246 - Seoul Star Scream]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10370 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:56:37 +0100 Starscream]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10370 <![CDATA[2-1 down with 30 minutes to go]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10369 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:50:54 +0100 nckkss]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10369
It’s the 60th minute and rookie of the year candidate Alex Pena has just finished off a dominant North Shore move, and Kaapstad’s Veteran Keeper Duncan Walrusson finds himself beaten for the second time this game.

Kaapstad’s six rookies have fought valiantly this season to a respectable if forgettable 4th place in the Minor League Division One – remember you’ll win nothing with kids – but North Shore have proven tricky time and time again. There’s just 30 minutes of normal time on the clock to get something from this game at the tail end of the season.

Homme Esquire III Ltd has earned a yellow card for his trouble and left full back, the two rookie centre backs next to him in the shape of Okada and McDougall have not managed to weather the experienced attackers of North Shore. Felix Pedro has a new partner at CDM with Evan Hunt, pushing Nick Kasak into a free-er more attacking role sitting behind the ever-goal-hungry self proclaimed Future Best Striker Dante Von Wolfe.

If they want anything from this game, they need to go out and get it. They need to do it right now.

Picked up in defence by Homme, who seeks out Fantobens on the wing. He dribbles up the pitch, find Kasak in a pocket at the edge of the box.

Reminiscent of his Academy season, Kasak slots it across the face of goal from the left, the former winger weighting the pass perfectly, an act of muscle memory perhaps or sheer luck as it beats one, two, three North Shore defenders to meet the grateful feet of Dante Von Wolfe, who simply cannot miss from this distance.

2 minutes later, Pedro, McDougall and Okada play it safely back to their keeper, the majestic Walrusson hoofs it apparently aimlessly up the pitch – but in fact he has deftly picked out Jang who knocks it down to the newly freed Kasak.

Freed from some defensive responsibilities that his rookie shoulders cannot yet bear. Freed by the optimism of youth.

Crucially, free of his marker.

In milliseconds, he runs into the opposition area, a deft sidestep and onto his favoured left. If Fantobens or Von Wolfe are expecting the shy boy from London to pass the ball this time, they are mistaken. A shoulder drops and a left foot rocket from just inside the box is delivered through the outstretched hands of the keeper and bulges the goal net.

North Shore were ahead for 3 minutes, the scores were level for two, this game surely has more goals in it?

Neymarinho, Del Pirlo, Rashford, Vox all ask questions of the Kaapstad goal and find they can’t break in.

Hunt clears the danger. Jang picks up the loose ball in midfield. Hunt clears again, Kasak chases. North Shore are sniffing around like a dog hunting their buried bone. Surely it wont be long before they find it.

The full time whistle is welcomed with vuvuzelas and the howling of thousands of wolves – celebrating Kaapstad’s very own wolfpack of Bad and Von. They’ve done it and brought it back, but for what? To do it all over again in just a few days.

----------------

“We love you Kaapstad, we do… we love you Kaapstad, we do…”

“Nick!”

“We love you Kaapstad, we doooo!”

“Niiccck!!”

“Oh Kaapstad we love you!!!”

Therasa the player liason, professionally dressed as ever, is trying to get Nick’s attention in the tunnel after the game.

“Mr Kasak!!” She booms, “We need you at the press conference.”

Nick, stops singing with his teammates and points to his chest, mouthing “me?”

“Yes, yes, come on.”

She grabs his firmly by the arm and into a side corridor, deftly swerving officials, staff and various hanger on, cutting a route through it all like a hot knife through butter. Kasak can only blunder and apologise as he steps on feet, catches elbows and bumps along.

“I don’t know why the press room is so far away,” Theresa whispers mostly to herself.

“Er… Theresa what’s going on? Why me? I never go to these.” Nick waves an apologetic hand to someone whose hat he has just knocked off – he gestures to Theresa’s steering. He is not in control of this journey.

“What do you mean, you were Player of the Match, Mr Kasak.” Theresa replies to his question as if he asked why the sky is blue. Because it is, obviously.

“What?” Nick looks surprised, “Me?”

“You got a goal and assist, you played very well.”

Nick can’t help but smile – compliments from Theresa were rare indeed. If she said you played well, you must have played one of the best games of your life. There was no higher accolade.

“Ok, you’ve done your media training, yes?”

“Err…” Nick’s face is the epitome of the schoolboy who is about to get caught not doing his homework.

“Mr Kasak…” Theresa is already regretting the high praise she gave out earlier. She takes a breath. “Just… don’t say anything without thinking, don’t say anything bad about the club and for god sakes don’t try and make a joke.”

She bristles with threat, the South African music of her accent turned up to 11.

“If you say anything stupid, I will pull you out of that chair myself.” and beat you to death, she dearly wants to say.

She shoves Nick into the room, cameras flashing directly in his eyes, the room abuzz with chatter and excitement. The Club Press Officer seamlessly guided him to his seat. His lips don’t move out of the rictus smile he has for the cameras as he whispers to Nick “Don’t say anything stupid, don’t say anything bad about the club.”

“Ok, here we go,” the Press Officer gestures to the room to try to bring it to order, “usual stuff here, obviously, go easy on him, its his first time here as Player of The Match….Robert, then Peter to start I think.”

A man with a notepad comes to his feet “Robert Rudd, Cape Town Herald – Nick you had a fantastic game out there today, do you think you should be playing in more attacking roles?”

“Er…” Nick starts, feeling the press officer’s eyes burning into him, “well for the last thirty minutes I did well, but the rest of the game I was only OK. I appreciate the… freedom of playing nearer the top, but if anything I want to be able to do whatever I can. For the team, for the club.”

The press officer’s eyes narrow slightly. Maybe not such an idiot after all.

“Peter Lingard, SSL News – your organisation already has the Major’s Division One Title in the bag, are you already looking forward to moving up to Hollywood FC as soon as possible?”

“Well, one step at a time. Let me win the minors with Kaapstad first.”

Laughter spreads throughout the room.

“No no, I’m serious, look at the talent on display tonight – not me… well not just me. Dante can’t stop scoring now, and he’s going to keep getting better, trust me.”

“Eric Marawa, SA Sports TV. Are you concerned about your place on the team with the upcoming expansion draft? Are you protected by the organisation?”

Nick looks confused for a moment, unsure how to answer, “No, no, I’m not concerned.” He pauses, “I don’t know what I can say… here…” He turns to the press officer who steps in.

“So Hollywood and Kaapstad have submitted their protected list on time to the correct authorities, but we are not at liberty to say who is or is not on it. Suffice to say though, I doubt any team would be looking to get rid of players straight after their rookie season just as they are starting to gain a competitive edge. We’ve got a need to protect our investments.”

Nick looks even more confused as such a complicated and dry answer, but assembled journalists frantically scribble onto pads or tap onto keyboards in response to the answer given.

“Nick, one more match to go against Paris, do you think you can beat them?”

“We can beat anyone on our day, who knows what might happen?!”

“Nick, lovely couple of goals out of you so far this season, do you think you’ll score more next season?”

“I mean, hopefully yes…”

“What do you make of the new expansion teams, and African Major side?”

“I’ve played my entire SSL career in Africa, so that's… lovely?”

The questions keep on coming and coming, the press officer sense’s Nick’s inexperience a few times, saving him from any more comments.

The press officer guides Nick away from the throng, “Ok, Nick, not bad. A bit more media training and you might be alright at this, anyway, see you next time."

Nick has been guided outside the stadium, somewhere near the bins, the door slamming shut behind him.

He still has his boots on.]]>
It’s the 60th minute and rookie of the year candidate Alex Pena has just finished off a dominant North Shore move, and Kaapstad’s Veteran Keeper Duncan Walrusson finds himself beaten for the second time this game.

Kaapstad’s six rookies have fought valiantly this season to a respectable if forgettable 4th place in the Minor League Division One – remember you’ll win nothing with kids – but North Shore have proven tricky time and time again. There’s just 30 minutes of normal time on the clock to get something from this game at the tail end of the season.

Homme Esquire III Ltd has earned a yellow card for his trouble and left full back, the two rookie centre backs next to him in the shape of Okada and McDougall have not managed to weather the experienced attackers of North Shore. Felix Pedro has a new partner at CDM with Evan Hunt, pushing Nick Kasak into a free-er more attacking role sitting behind the ever-goal-hungry self proclaimed Future Best Striker Dante Von Wolfe.

If they want anything from this game, they need to go out and get it. They need to do it right now.

Picked up in defence by Homme, who seeks out Fantobens on the wing. He dribbles up the pitch, find Kasak in a pocket at the edge of the box.

Reminiscent of his Academy season, Kasak slots it across the face of goal from the left, the former winger weighting the pass perfectly, an act of muscle memory perhaps or sheer luck as it beats one, two, three North Shore defenders to meet the grateful feet of Dante Von Wolfe, who simply cannot miss from this distance.

2 minutes later, Pedro, McDougall and Okada play it safely back to their keeper, the majestic Walrusson hoofs it apparently aimlessly up the pitch – but in fact he has deftly picked out Jang who knocks it down to the newly freed Kasak.

Freed from some defensive responsibilities that his rookie shoulders cannot yet bear. Freed by the optimism of youth.

Crucially, free of his marker.

In milliseconds, he runs into the opposition area, a deft sidestep and onto his favoured left. If Fantobens or Von Wolfe are expecting the shy boy from London to pass the ball this time, they are mistaken. A shoulder drops and a left foot rocket from just inside the box is delivered through the outstretched hands of the keeper and bulges the goal net.

North Shore were ahead for 3 minutes, the scores were level for two, this game surely has more goals in it?

Neymarinho, Del Pirlo, Rashford, Vox all ask questions of the Kaapstad goal and find they can’t break in.

Hunt clears the danger. Jang picks up the loose ball in midfield. Hunt clears again, Kasak chases. North Shore are sniffing around like a dog hunting their buried bone. Surely it wont be long before they find it.

The full time whistle is welcomed with vuvuzelas and the howling of thousands of wolves – celebrating Kaapstad’s very own wolfpack of Bad and Von. They’ve done it and brought it back, but for what? To do it all over again in just a few days.

----------------

“We love you Kaapstad, we do… we love you Kaapstad, we do…”

“Nick!”

“We love you Kaapstad, we doooo!”

“Niiccck!!”

“Oh Kaapstad we love you!!!”

Therasa the player liason, professionally dressed as ever, is trying to get Nick’s attention in the tunnel after the game.

“Mr Kasak!!” She booms, “We need you at the press conference.”

Nick, stops singing with his teammates and points to his chest, mouthing “me?”

“Yes, yes, come on.”

She grabs his firmly by the arm and into a side corridor, deftly swerving officials, staff and various hanger on, cutting a route through it all like a hot knife through butter. Kasak can only blunder and apologise as he steps on feet, catches elbows and bumps along.

“I don’t know why the press room is so far away,” Theresa whispers mostly to herself.

“Er… Theresa what’s going on? Why me? I never go to these.” Nick waves an apologetic hand to someone whose hat he has just knocked off – he gestures to Theresa’s steering. He is not in control of this journey.

“What do you mean, you were Player of the Match, Mr Kasak.” Theresa replies to his question as if he asked why the sky is blue. Because it is, obviously.

“What?” Nick looks surprised, “Me?”

“You got a goal and assist, you played very well.”

Nick can’t help but smile – compliments from Theresa were rare indeed. If she said you played well, you must have played one of the best games of your life. There was no higher accolade.

“Ok, you’ve done your media training, yes?”

“Err…” Nick’s face is the epitome of the schoolboy who is about to get caught not doing his homework.

“Mr Kasak…” Theresa is already regretting the high praise she gave out earlier. She takes a breath. “Just… don’t say anything without thinking, don’t say anything bad about the club and for god sakes don’t try and make a joke.”

She bristles with threat, the South African music of her accent turned up to 11.

“If you say anything stupid, I will pull you out of that chair myself.” and beat you to death, she dearly wants to say.

She shoves Nick into the room, cameras flashing directly in his eyes, the room abuzz with chatter and excitement. The Club Press Officer seamlessly guided him to his seat. His lips don’t move out of the rictus smile he has for the cameras as he whispers to Nick “Don’t say anything stupid, don’t say anything bad about the club.”

“Ok, here we go,” the Press Officer gestures to the room to try to bring it to order, “usual stuff here, obviously, go easy on him, its his first time here as Player of The Match….Robert, then Peter to start I think.”

A man with a notepad comes to his feet “Robert Rudd, Cape Town Herald – Nick you had a fantastic game out there today, do you think you should be playing in more attacking roles?”

“Er…” Nick starts, feeling the press officer’s eyes burning into him, “well for the last thirty minutes I did well, but the rest of the game I was only OK. I appreciate the… freedom of playing nearer the top, but if anything I want to be able to do whatever I can. For the team, for the club.”

The press officer’s eyes narrow slightly. Maybe not such an idiot after all.

“Peter Lingard, SSL News – your organisation already has the Major’s Division One Title in the bag, are you already looking forward to moving up to Hollywood FC as soon as possible?”

“Well, one step at a time. Let me win the minors with Kaapstad first.”

Laughter spreads throughout the room.

“No no, I’m serious, look at the talent on display tonight – not me… well not just me. Dante can’t stop scoring now, and he’s going to keep getting better, trust me.”

“Eric Marawa, SA Sports TV. Are you concerned about your place on the team with the upcoming expansion draft? Are you protected by the organisation?”

Nick looks confused for a moment, unsure how to answer, “No, no, I’m not concerned.” He pauses, “I don’t know what I can say… here…” He turns to the press officer who steps in.

“So Hollywood and Kaapstad have submitted their protected list on time to the correct authorities, but we are not at liberty to say who is or is not on it. Suffice to say though, I doubt any team would be looking to get rid of players straight after their rookie season just as they are starting to gain a competitive edge. We’ve got a need to protect our investments.”

Nick looks even more confused as such a complicated and dry answer, but assembled journalists frantically scribble onto pads or tap onto keyboards in response to the answer given.

“Nick, one more match to go against Paris, do you think you can beat them?”

“We can beat anyone on our day, who knows what might happen?!”

“Nick, lovely couple of goals out of you so far this season, do you think you’ll score more next season?”

“I mean, hopefully yes…”

“What do you make of the new expansion teams, and African Major side?”

“I’ve played my entire SSL career in Africa, so that's… lovely?”

The questions keep on coming and coming, the press officer sense’s Nick’s inexperience a few times, saving him from any more comments.

The press officer guides Nick away from the throng, “Ok, Nick, not bad. A bit more media training and you might be alright at this, anyway, see you next time."

Nick has been guided outside the stadium, somewhere near the bins, the door slamming shut behind him.

He still has his boots on.]]> <![CDATA[Stockholm Game 14 Highlights and Match Players: Stockholm vs. Istanbul]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10368 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:26:41 +0100 Butters]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10368 Game 14 Preview: Stockholm IK vs. Istanbul FK
The final game of the season is finally here and although players are excited for next year they still have one last chance to show the scouts what potential there is from draft 27. Stockholm didn't get the result they wanted last game with a close loss against the #1 in the league but they did look good on many aspects and hope to build on those for this weeks game. Stockholm is currently 4th in the league and with a large differential in goals they will likely remain at that spot after this match. Istanbul is currently 8th in the division and could possibly finish in 7th if they can secure a win tonight over Stockholm.

Stockholm players to watch: (some of the following does not include game 12/13 stats)
-Goalie Swiss Cheese had his work cut out for him last game and managed to keep his team within 1 goal of getting a tie against a very strong opponent.
-Captain Metalbeard was unable to get himself into the key areas last game with the PS Jakarta team marking him close. Look for Metalbeard to be running up the pitch and creating space for him and his teammates tonight.
-Butters Stotch made some key passes again last game but wasn't happy with his performance overall. Look for him to be a more impact player tonight when he has the ball at his feet.

Stockholm lineup remains unchanged from last week and includes:
2 Strikers with Bubblegum and Janson up forward.
4 Midfield is Adamones and Wouters on the wings with Dono and Stotch in the middle.
4 Defense with 3 legend players and RB Metalbeard
In goal as always is Swiss Cheese

Istanbul FK lineup would be: (all legend players)
1 Striker,
2 Wingers,
4 Midfield, with 2 defensive midfielders and 2 wingbacks
3 Defense, all centerbacks
In goal will be Hall

Stockholm is 2 wins and 2 loss and 1 draw in their past 5 games and are on a 2 game losing streak.
Istanbul FK is 4 wins, 1 loss, and no draw in their past 5 games and are on a 4 game winning streak.

Game 14 Recap, Aug 3rd 2026, Stockholm IK vs. Istanbul FK

Match Details:
Minute 10:
Istanbul legend player Knight would receive a yellow card.
Score tied 0-0

Minute 18:
With some good ball control in midfield the Stockholm players would be looking for an opportunity. Butters Stotch would take the ball and turn to find Bubblegum streaking down the middle toward goal. With a nice through ball Bubblegum quickly received the pass and beat the goalkeeper for another goal added to their incredible season. Great finish by Bubblegum as usual.
Score 1-0 Stockholm

Minute 22:
Butters Stotch was once again moving the ball through midfield and this time finding Metalbeard on the right flank. Metalbeard would make just a couple of touches before sending a low pass into the middle to find Wouters who had got himself into a great position to score and did so. A great setup play that we are used to seeing from this Stockholm club.
Score 2-0 Stockholm

Minute 31:
The Istanbul players would use some long passing to get the ball into a dangerous area before sending a nice through ball in for their striker. Legend player Lopta would receive the ball and make a great shot to beat the Stockholm GK.
Score 2-1 Stockholm

Minute 39:
With some new found momentum from their first goal the Istanbul players would use some quality short passes to work the ball up to their forwards. With some good passes off the rank flank they would use a fast chip pass into the center of the box and strike again to beat Stockholm and tie the game up. Legend player Papadopolous was the goal scorer.
Score tied 2-2

Minute 41:
Stockholm was looking quick to counter and Butters Stotch once again made a pass into the middle that would eventually find Bubblegum off some favorable bounce. Unfortunately the goal would be called back for offside.
Score tied 2-2

Minute 45+1:
With a very quick counterattack the Istanbul players had Stockholm scrambling to get back. Legend player Lopta would find himself loose and in a great position to score. Once again a quality strike would beat Stockholm for 3 straight goals after they had a 2-0 lead early into the match.
Score 3-2 Istanbul

Minute 47:
Stockholm player Janson setup for a corner kick off the right side and sent it perfectly to player Bubblegum who was waiting in the middle for a header. A great finish for their 2nd goal of the match for Bubblegum. Great to see Stockholm quickly get the game tied after the halftime break.
Score tied 3-3

Minute 52:
The Stockholm team was controlling the ball well and using short passes to work it up to the front. With some one touch passes they were able to find Dono at the top of the box who would beat the Istanbul GK on the far side to get Stockholm back in the lead.
Score 4-3 Stockholm

Minute 56:
Player Dono would be setting up for a cross from the left side but chose to use a mid range pass lobbed to Butters Stotch. Using his weaker left boot Stotch would blast a shot past the GK on the short side for only his 2nd goal of the year.
Score 5-3 Stockholm

Minute 64:
Butters Stotch was feeling in the zone tonight when the ball was passing well between him and his teammates once again. Being about 10 yards outside the box on the left side Butters would strike the ball first touch and send a shot perfectly to the top right corner. An unexpected 2 goal game and a great couple of finishes for Stotch in this match.
Score 6-3 Stockholm

Minute 71:
Stockholm legend player would move the ball down the left side and send a high lobbed pass to the far side of the box. Wouters would be in position and with an offbalance header was able to put the ball just over the Istanbul GK head and into the net for his 2nd goal of the match.
Score 7-3 Stockholm

Minute 87:
With some open space just outside the box Butters Stotch would send a hard low pass to the far left side where legend teammate Jarvinen would take the ball and send a hard shot past the Istanbul GK for another Stockholm goal and a 2nd assist for the evening for Butters Stotch.
Score 8-3 Stockholm

Final Game Notes:
This was one wild game to finish off the season for the Stockholm squad. The team looked good and showed their chemistry had improved throughout the 14 game season. Butters Stotch would have his best game of the year with 2goals, 2assits and a 10.0 rating. Certainly did not expect that kind of performance from a center midfielder. Bubblegum would grab 2 more goals as well and will likely finish 2nd in the league for goals. Wouters also had another 2 goal performance and showed the scouts he is ready for draft day. 19 shots on target for Stockholm and 8 goals is likely the best finishing game to the season the manager could have asked from his club. What a great game and great year for all the players throughout the academy league.
Final Score - Stockholm 8, Istanbul FK 3

Stockholm players of the match:
Wouters, 8.2 rating, 1 goal
Metalbeard, 6.9 rating, 1 goal
Stotch, 10.0 rating, 2 goals, 2 assists

Istanbul FK players of the match:
Lopta (legend), 9.1 rating, 2 goals, 1 assist
Puttanesca (legend), 7.6 rating, 2 assists
Papadopolous, 7.3 rating, 1 goal

Butters top player picks for game 14:
Stockholm - Butters Stotch
Istanbul - Lopta (legend)]]> Game 14 Preview: Stockholm IK vs. Istanbul FK
The final game of the season is finally here and although players are excited for next year they still have one last chance to show the scouts what potential there is from draft 27. Stockholm didn't get the result they wanted last game with a close loss against the #1 in the league but they did look good on many aspects and hope to build on those for this weeks game. Stockholm is currently 4th in the league and with a large differential in goals they will likely remain at that spot after this match. Istanbul is currently 8th in the division and could possibly finish in 7th if they can secure a win tonight over Stockholm.

Stockholm players to watch: (some of the following does not include game 12/13 stats)
-Goalie Swiss Cheese had his work cut out for him last game and managed to keep his team within 1 goal of getting a tie against a very strong opponent.
-Captain Metalbeard was unable to get himself into the key areas last game with the PS Jakarta team marking him close. Look for Metalbeard to be running up the pitch and creating space for him and his teammates tonight.
-Butters Stotch made some key passes again last game but wasn't happy with his performance overall. Look for him to be a more impact player tonight when he has the ball at his feet.

Stockholm lineup remains unchanged from last week and includes:
2 Strikers with Bubblegum and Janson up forward.
4 Midfield is Adamones and Wouters on the wings with Dono and Stotch in the middle.
4 Defense with 3 legend players and RB Metalbeard
In goal as always is Swiss Cheese

Istanbul FK lineup would be: (all legend players)
1 Striker,
2 Wingers,
4 Midfield, with 2 defensive midfielders and 2 wingbacks
3 Defense, all centerbacks
In goal will be Hall

Stockholm is 2 wins and 2 loss and 1 draw in their past 5 games and are on a 2 game losing streak.
Istanbul FK is 4 wins, 1 loss, and no draw in their past 5 games and are on a 4 game winning streak.

Game 14 Recap, Aug 3rd 2026, Stockholm IK vs. Istanbul FK

Match Details:
Minute 10:
Istanbul legend player Knight would receive a yellow card.
Score tied 0-0

Minute 18:
With some good ball control in midfield the Stockholm players would be looking for an opportunity. Butters Stotch would take the ball and turn to find Bubblegum streaking down the middle toward goal. With a nice through ball Bubblegum quickly received the pass and beat the goalkeeper for another goal added to their incredible season. Great finish by Bubblegum as usual.
Score 1-0 Stockholm

Minute 22:
Butters Stotch was once again moving the ball through midfield and this time finding Metalbeard on the right flank. Metalbeard would make just a couple of touches before sending a low pass into the middle to find Wouters who had got himself into a great position to score and did so. A great setup play that we are used to seeing from this Stockholm club.
Score 2-0 Stockholm

Minute 31:
The Istanbul players would use some long passing to get the ball into a dangerous area before sending a nice through ball in for their striker. Legend player Lopta would receive the ball and make a great shot to beat the Stockholm GK.
Score 2-1 Stockholm

Minute 39:
With some new found momentum from their first goal the Istanbul players would use some quality short passes to work the ball up to their forwards. With some good passes off the rank flank they would use a fast chip pass into the center of the box and strike again to beat Stockholm and tie the game up. Legend player Papadopolous was the goal scorer.
Score tied 2-2

Minute 41:
Stockholm was looking quick to counter and Butters Stotch once again made a pass into the middle that would eventually find Bubblegum off some favorable bounce. Unfortunately the goal would be called back for offside.
Score tied 2-2

Minute 45+1:
With a very quick counterattack the Istanbul players had Stockholm scrambling to get back. Legend player Lopta would find himself loose and in a great position to score. Once again a quality strike would beat Stockholm for 3 straight goals after they had a 2-0 lead early into the match.
Score 3-2 Istanbul

Minute 47:
Stockholm player Janson setup for a corner kick off the right side and sent it perfectly to player Bubblegum who was waiting in the middle for a header. A great finish for their 2nd goal of the match for Bubblegum. Great to see Stockholm quickly get the game tied after the halftime break.
Score tied 3-3

Minute 52:
The Stockholm team was controlling the ball well and using short passes to work it up to the front. With some one touch passes they were able to find Dono at the top of the box who would beat the Istanbul GK on the far side to get Stockholm back in the lead.
Score 4-3 Stockholm

Minute 56:
Player Dono would be setting up for a cross from the left side but chose to use a mid range pass lobbed to Butters Stotch. Using his weaker left boot Stotch would blast a shot past the GK on the short side for only his 2nd goal of the year.
Score 5-3 Stockholm

Minute 64:
Butters Stotch was feeling in the zone tonight when the ball was passing well between him and his teammates once again. Being about 10 yards outside the box on the left side Butters would strike the ball first touch and send a shot perfectly to the top right corner. An unexpected 2 goal game and a great couple of finishes for Stotch in this match.
Score 6-3 Stockholm

Minute 71:
Stockholm legend player would move the ball down the left side and send a high lobbed pass to the far side of the box. Wouters would be in position and with an offbalance header was able to put the ball just over the Istanbul GK head and into the net for his 2nd goal of the match.
Score 7-3 Stockholm

Minute 87:
With some open space just outside the box Butters Stotch would send a hard low pass to the far left side where legend teammate Jarvinen would take the ball and send a hard shot past the Istanbul GK for another Stockholm goal and a 2nd assist for the evening for Butters Stotch.
Score 8-3 Stockholm

Final Game Notes:
This was one wild game to finish off the season for the Stockholm squad. The team looked good and showed their chemistry had improved throughout the 14 game season. Butters Stotch would have his best game of the year with 2goals, 2assits and a 10.0 rating. Certainly did not expect that kind of performance from a center midfielder. Bubblegum would grab 2 more goals as well and will likely finish 2nd in the league for goals. Wouters also had another 2 goal performance and showed the scouts he is ready for draft day. 19 shots on target for Stockholm and 8 goals is likely the best finishing game to the season the manager could have asked from his club. What a great game and great year for all the players throughout the academy league.
Final Score - Stockholm 8, Istanbul FK 3

Stockholm players of the match:
Wouters, 8.2 rating, 1 goal
Metalbeard, 6.9 rating, 1 goal
Stotch, 10.0 rating, 2 goals, 2 assists

Istanbul FK players of the match:
Lopta (legend), 9.1 rating, 2 goals, 1 assist
Puttanesca (legend), 7.6 rating, 2 assists
Papadopolous, 7.3 rating, 1 goal

Butters top player picks for game 14:
Stockholm - Butters Stotch
Istanbul - Lopta (legend)]]> <![CDATA[Tyson Blaze has a draft to look forward to]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10367 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 19:57:33 +0100 GlimsTC]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10367
As these scouting conversations have been going on though, many sports analysts have begun to mock Tyson Blaze as potential first round pick in the upcoming draft, and many of the teams have expressed interest in making that happen. But why?! Tyson hasn't played a single second of professional Soccer! Is this normal for teams??? Is the sport that desperate for players??? Is there something that everyone else knows about him that he doesn't know??? It's all very confusing for this Pokemon. Tyson's trainer is absolutely no help during this process as well as he continues to celebrate all the money being made off of Tyson's career, so he encourages Tyson to just keep going with it! I mean, until teams figure out Tyson can't actually play Soccer, why not drain them for every single buck you can? And so, begrudgingly, that's what Tyson's plan is. He won't argue with the teams and their evaluations and he'll see where it goes. Who knows, maybe one of these teams will unlock his clearly innate talent that all the scouts and analysts keep saying he has!

Now as far as the draft is actually concerned, it's hard to know for sure how things will play out, especially with there being expansion teams, but it's looking to be quite the interesting spectacle! This draft is LOADED with great talents, like fellow Adowa Accra FC player Kazeno Kagenori! It's important he gets a shout out here, because despite the team losing, in the first half of the game alone he had SEVEN SAVES out of a total of 11 for the whole game! With the game ending in an 0-4 loss, it absolutely cannot be blamed on a keeper fighting for his life like that, and so personally speaking, that makes Kagenori Tyson's personal pick for 1OA. Additionally impressive to Tyson has been Atletico Medellin's Meisho Doto. Not that Tyson has actually really seen them play, but they seem to somehow end up in the same areas while also sharing a rather similar "timid nature". So it's like a spiritual connection thing. Surely that makes Doto worthy of a very high pick too, since they're so cool! And then there's Krunk who scored the one goal that got Adowa Accraa FC their only win while Tyson was water boying. I mean he's just a flat out hero as well, so if someone doesn't draft them high then clearly they don't know what they're doing. But that's all the opinions Tyson has currently on this draft! Tune in next time for when Tyson gets drafted or something else interesting happens!]]>
As these scouting conversations have been going on though, many sports analysts have begun to mock Tyson Blaze as potential first round pick in the upcoming draft, and many of the teams have expressed interest in making that happen. But why?! Tyson hasn't played a single second of professional Soccer! Is this normal for teams??? Is the sport that desperate for players??? Is there something that everyone else knows about him that he doesn't know??? It's all very confusing for this Pokemon. Tyson's trainer is absolutely no help during this process as well as he continues to celebrate all the money being made off of Tyson's career, so he encourages Tyson to just keep going with it! I mean, until teams figure out Tyson can't actually play Soccer, why not drain them for every single buck you can? And so, begrudgingly, that's what Tyson's plan is. He won't argue with the teams and their evaluations and he'll see where it goes. Who knows, maybe one of these teams will unlock his clearly innate talent that all the scouts and analysts keep saying he has!

Now as far as the draft is actually concerned, it's hard to know for sure how things will play out, especially with there being expansion teams, but it's looking to be quite the interesting spectacle! This draft is LOADED with great talents, like fellow Adowa Accra FC player Kazeno Kagenori! It's important he gets a shout out here, because despite the team losing, in the first half of the game alone he had SEVEN SAVES out of a total of 11 for the whole game! With the game ending in an 0-4 loss, it absolutely cannot be blamed on a keeper fighting for his life like that, and so personally speaking, that makes Kagenori Tyson's personal pick for 1OA. Additionally impressive to Tyson has been Atletico Medellin's Meisho Doto. Not that Tyson has actually really seen them play, but they seem to somehow end up in the same areas while also sharing a rather similar "timid nature". So it's like a spiritual connection thing. Surely that makes Doto worthy of a very high pick too, since they're so cool! And then there's Krunk who scored the one goal that got Adowa Accraa FC their only win while Tyson was water boying. I mean he's just a flat out hero as well, so if someone doesn't draft them high then clearly they don't know what they're doing. But that's all the opinions Tyson has currently on this draft! Tune in next time for when Tyson gets drafted or something else interesting happens!]]> <![CDATA[It Only Took a Whole Season, But...]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10366 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:19:32 +0100 DidYouSeeThatLudicrousDisplay?]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10366
"Alright, so to start off, let's keep the conspiracy talk to a minimum," I told him as he settled down in his chair across from me.

"Trying to silence me right off the bat, I recognize what this is."

I moved on quickly.

"So, it looks like you have one match left this season, against Inter London. What do you think the key to winning that match will be?"

Surprisingly, he gave me an actual answer. It's easy to forget sometimes that he is actually a professional and not some odd theorist they let in the building.

"Main thing is to try and contain O'Neill and Mendes, their top two goal scorers. If we can do that, I think we'll have a good shot at getting the victory."

"The team has been doing pretty well down the stretch. What do you think has been leading you all in the right direction?"

He paused, considered, and did something that I'm surprised by, considering that he typically liked to talk himself up in these cases.

"Our offense has been on fire lately. They're putting the ball in the net and fighting to keep us in every game. It's been great to see."

Maybe he's growing after all.

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"Alright, so to start off, let's keep the conspiracy talk to a minimum," I told him as he settled down in his chair across from me.

"Trying to silence me right off the bat, I recognize what this is."

I moved on quickly.

"So, it looks like you have one match left this season, against Inter London. What do you think the key to winning that match will be?"

Surprisingly, he gave me an actual answer. It's easy to forget sometimes that he is actually a professional and not some odd theorist they let in the building.

"Main thing is to try and contain O'Neill and Mendes, their top two goal scorers. If we can do that, I think we'll have a good shot at getting the victory."

"The team has been doing pretty well down the stretch. What do you think has been leading you all in the right direction?"

He paused, considered, and did something that I'm surprised by, considering that he typically liked to talk himself up in these cases.

"Our offense has been on fire lately. They're putting the ball in the net and fighting to keep us in every game. It's been great to see."

Maybe he's growing after all.

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]]> <![CDATA[SSL MacGuffin - S9]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10365 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:28:28 +0100 TubaDeus]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10365 here.

The short version is that the winner of the first ever SSL game is awarded the initial MacGuffin trophy, which is then passed on whenever the current title holder loses in competition play (Friendlies don't count). I will track how many games each team starts with the MacGuffin in order to determine the true best team in SSL history (because everyone knows the MacGuffin points are the true measure of greatness).

You can see previous entries in this series here:
S1-2
S3
S4
S5
S6
S7
S8

With the introductions out of the way, let's take a look at where we left off last time!

All Time Standings:
1) Tokyo S.C. TSC

- 31
2) Hollywood FC HFC

- 22
3) Reykjavik United RKV

- 20
T-4) Inter London LON

- 12
T-4) CF Catalunya CFCat

- 12
T-4) Cairo City CFC

- 12
7) Athenai F.C. AFC

- 11
8) Seoul MFC SEO

- 10
9) Montreal United MTL

- 7
10) CA Buenos Aires

- 5
11) AS Paris Paris

- 4
T-12) Adowa Accra FC Accra

- 2
T-12) F.C. Kaapstad KAP

- 2
T-14) Uniao Sao Paulo USP

- 0
T-14) A.C. Romana ACR

- 0
T-14) Red Star Laos RSL

- 0

I expected the Division 1 teams to pull away last season, but it really just turned into Division 1 team (singular). Tokyo S.C. dominated the MacGuffin in S8, plowing their way to a massive lead in the historical standings while the rest of the standings only saw minor shakeups. Almost as impressive, the MacGuffin was this close to going back down to Division 2 before CF Catalunya snatched it away from the relegated Cairo City in the final week of the season. Will a Division 2 team pull off the upset this season? Will someone close that gap with Tokyo? Will Uniao Sao Paulo finally get a point (seriously, how long can you spend in the same division as the MacGuffin and almost never even get a chance to take it)? Let's dive into S9 and find out!

S9
Season Start: CF Catalunya CFCat

Total Games Held: 5
Next Loss: 0-1 @ Hollywood FC

New Title Holder: Hollywood FC HFC

Total Games Held: 3
Next Loss: 0-1 v Tokyo S.C.

New Title Holder: Tokyo S.C. TSC

Total Games Held: 7
Next Loss: 1-2 @ CA Buenos Aires

New Title Holder: CA Buenos Aires

Total Games Held: 7
Next Loss: N/A

End of Season

Season Standings:
T-1) Tokyo S.C. TSC

- 7
T-1) CA Buenos Aires

- 7
3) CF Catalunya CFCat

- 5
4) Hollywood FC HFC

- 3

Aaaaand we're back to only having the MacGuffin exchange hands three times all season. It came close several times - CF Catalunya alone defended their title through three ties in five games - but alas, here we are. At least one of the four teams involved this season is relatively new blood. CA Buenos Aires had been quiet for a while, but they started showing up in S8 and here they are going blow for blow with powerhouse Tokyo in S9. At least Tokyo didn't run away with the solo lead again.

All Time Standings:
1) Tokyo S.C. TSC

- 38
2) Hollywood FC HFC

- 25
3) Reykjavik United RKV

- 20
4) CF Catalunya CFCat

- 17
T-5) Inter London LON

- 12 -1
T-5) Cairo City CFC

- 12 -1
T-5) CA Buenos Aires

- 12 +5
8) Athenai F.C. AFC

- 11 -1
9) Seoul MFC SEO

- 10 -1
10) Montreal United MTL

- 7 -1
11) AS Paris Paris

- 4
T-12) Adowa Accra FC Accra

- 2
T-12) F.C. Kaapstad KAP

- 2
T-14) Uniao Sao Paulo USP

- 0
T-14) A.C. Romana ACR

- 0
T-14) Red Star Laos RSL

- 31
2) Hollywood FC HFC

- 22
3) Reykjavik United RKV

- 20
T-4) Inter London LON

- 12
T-4) CF Catalunya CFCat

- 12
T-4) Cairo City CFC

- 12
7) Athenai F.C. AFC

- 11
8) Seoul MFC SEO

- 10
9) Montreal United MTL

- 7
10) CA Buenos Aires

- 5
11) AS Paris Paris

- 4
T-12) Adowa Accra FC Accra

- 2
T-12) F.C. Kaapstad KAP

- 2
T-14) Uniao Sao Paulo USP

- 0
T-14) A.C. Romana ACR

- 0
T-14) Red Star Laos RSL

S9
Season Start: CF Catalunya CFCat

Total Games Held: 5
Next Loss: 0-1 @ Hollywood FC

New Title Holder: Hollywood FC HFC

Total Games Held: 3
Next Loss: 0-1 v Tokyo S.C.

New Title Holder: Tokyo S.C. TSC

Total Games Held: 7
Next Loss: 1-2 @ CA Buenos Aires

New Title Holder: CA Buenos Aires

Total Games Held: 7
Next Loss: N/A

End of Season

Season Standings:
T-1) Tokyo S.C. TSC

- 7
T-1) CA Buenos Aires

- 7
3) CF Catalunya CFCat

- 5
4) Hollywood FC HFC

- 38
2) Hollywood FC HFC

- 25
3) Reykjavik United RKV

- 20
4) CF Catalunya CFCat

- 17
T-5) Inter London LON

- 12 -1
T-5) Cairo City CFC

- 12 -1
T-5) CA Buenos Aires

- 12 +5
8) Athenai F.C. AFC

- 11 -1
9) Seoul MFC SEO

- 10 -1
10) Montreal United MTL

- 7 -1
11) AS Paris Paris

- 4
T-12) Adowa Accra FC Accra

- 2
T-12) F.C. Kaapstad KAP

- 2
T-14) Uniao Sao Paulo USP

- 0
T-14) A.C. Romana ACR

- 0
T-14) Red Star Laos RSL

- 0

Of course, just because Tokyo didn't run away with the solo season lead doesn't mean they didn't add to their all time dominance. Even with second place Hollywood FC on the board for S9, Tokyo S.C. was simply better as they extended their all time lead to an astounding 13 games. CF Catalunya is at least trying to make themselves relevant as they slowly close the gap with third place (and helplessly Division 2 team) Reykjavik United, but they'll need to move faster if they want to catch up to the leaders. The only other mover is CA Buenos Aires, whose strong S9 performance catapulted them to a tie atop the middle tier. And, of course, Uniao Sao Paulo still has 0 points. They did have two chances this season, including a tie against CA Buenos Aires, but just couldn't get the job done. Will Uniao Sao Paulo finally get onto the MacGuffin leaderboard? Will anyone catch up to Tokyo S.C.? Will anyone pay to fly me out to Iceland or northern Spain to watch the solar eclipse on my birthday next week? Tune in next week to find out!]]> <![CDATA[Final Matchday Interview Bergmann]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10364 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:23:52 +0100 Bergmau]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10364
Bergmann: Certainly. I think we are in a great position, having destiny in our own hands. The whole squad is looking for that opportunity to play for a spot in Division 1 of the Minors. We are aware that the odds are looking good to get to the playoffs but we all know not to underestimate Cairo. They can be a fierce opposition and will be highly motivated considering they too have the playoffs on the line.

Interviewer: Indeed you are in the better position. Last time we did an interview, not long ago, you did not have your fate in your hands, with Masques being ahead. How did it feel to see one of your rivals drop out of the race for second spot during the two last matchdays.

Bergmann: Obviously its rough for them, they lost two in a row, one of those against Cairo and gave away their chance for the playoffs. We are happy to be in the position we are but I feel for them. I am confident they will bounce back next season.

Interviewer: Last question, what scoreline do you expect for tonight?

Bergmann: I think it will be close. We will take the win 2:1.

Interviewer: Thank you. Good Luck.]]>
Bergmann: Certainly. I think we are in a great position, having destiny in our own hands. The whole squad is looking for that opportunity to play for a spot in Division 1 of the Minors. We are aware that the odds are looking good to get to the playoffs but we all know not to underestimate Cairo. They can be a fierce opposition and will be highly motivated considering they too have the playoffs on the line.

Interviewer: Indeed you are in the better position. Last time we did an interview, not long ago, you did not have your fate in your hands, with Masques being ahead. How did it feel to see one of your rivals drop out of the race for second spot during the two last matchdays.

Bergmann: Obviously its rough for them, they lost two in a row, one of those against Cairo and gave away their chance for the playoffs. We are happy to be in the position we are but I feel for them. I am confident they will bounce back next season.

Interviewer: Last question, what scoreline do you expect for tonight?

Bergmann: I think it will be close. We will take the win 2:1.

Interviewer: Thank you. Good Luck.]]> <![CDATA[Weekly PT Ramblings]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10363 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:15:00 +0100 Rylakn]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10363
The Academy chat seemed to become more lively today, with people congratulating each other and talking more than the rest of the season combined just about, which was nice to see. This is a somewhat small class compared to others and I think that shows in the amount of people chatting on the discord. One fun thing to come out of the discord today, was the unofficial All Star teams. With such a small draft class it was almost inevitable that most of us would be chosen for one of the two teams, but it is still a really great initiative from Mr Ginger. I am excited to see how the game plays out and if my player can manage to play well against the cream of the crop from the academy. This should be the toughest competition I’ve faced all season.

I think all sim leagues should have some form of all pro or all star games, it gives the users something fun to look forward to and brag about at the end of the season. It is especially good in the SSL for filling the gap at the end of the Academy season, as the prospects wait to be drafted.

Other things I am looking forward to in the next week are the reveal of the branding for the other expansion org. I couldn’t be happier with how ours turned out and all the positive feedback the masses have had. I know nothing about the other expansion org though, so I will be like everyone else when this one comes out, eagerly scouring the forums for the post announcing the locations and branding. Exactly a week from the time I am writing this media is the day of the expansion draft, so in one week from now we will have completed that and be welcoming a bunch of new faces to the org. I couldn’t be more excited to finally have some players and to start building the foundations of our culture. This offseason really is about surrounding ourselves with the right people, establishing our Locker Room as a fun place to be and setting ourselves up for the long term. If we can do that, then the wins and losses will take care of themselves a little bit.

That’s it for this week, hopefully next week the all star game has been played and the index updated with all the regular season stats, so I can write about the season that was for Rylakn.]]>
The Academy chat seemed to become more lively today, with people congratulating each other and talking more than the rest of the season combined just about, which was nice to see. This is a somewhat small class compared to others and I think that shows in the amount of people chatting on the discord. One fun thing to come out of the discord today, was the unofficial All Star teams. With such a small draft class it was almost inevitable that most of us would be chosen for one of the two teams, but it is still a really great initiative from Mr Ginger. I am excited to see how the game plays out and if my player can manage to play well against the cream of the crop from the academy. This should be the toughest competition I’ve faced all season.

I think all sim leagues should have some form of all pro or all star games, it gives the users something fun to look forward to and brag about at the end of the season. It is especially good in the SSL for filling the gap at the end of the Academy season, as the prospects wait to be drafted.

Other things I am looking forward to in the next week are the reveal of the branding for the other expansion org. I couldn’t be happier with how ours turned out and all the positive feedback the masses have had. I know nothing about the other expansion org though, so I will be like everyone else when this one comes out, eagerly scouring the forums for the post announcing the locations and branding. Exactly a week from the time I am writing this media is the day of the expansion draft, so in one week from now we will have completed that and be welcoming a bunch of new faces to the org. I couldn’t be more excited to finally have some players and to start building the foundations of our culture. This offseason really is about surrounding ourselves with the right people, establishing our Locker Room as a fun place to be and setting ourselves up for the long term. If we can do that, then the wins and losses will take care of themselves a little bit.

That’s it for this week, hopefully next week the all star game has been played and the index updated with all the regular season stats, so I can write about the season that was for Rylakn.]]> <![CDATA[Paintify SSL Logos Week 8 - Shanghai]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10362 Mon, 03 Aug 2026 22:36:49 +0100 CamGoldenGun]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10362 [Image: qESNevD.png]

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]]> <![CDATA[A Thank You to Port Royal FC]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10361 Mon, 03 Aug 2026 21:22:25 +0100 DarkViper2]]> https://forum.simulationsoccer.com/showthread.php?tid=10361 Riipsaw for answering any questions I had and for providing guidance on where to apply TPE in my build. I also want to thank people like @Quitolis for being wonderful teammates. I know that we're teammates now and will most likely be rivals in the future. I'm still going to hold my PRFC teammates in high regard starting in s27. It has been a fun season with highs and lows and I know we can't do better than 2nd in the table. I would love to end this season on a high note with a win at Adowa Accra FC. Once this is over my focus I'll shift over to the upcoming SSL prospect draft and I can't wait to see my render on the draft card, I might take a screen shot of it and use that in my sign on the forums. Once again thank you guys for the wonderful season and good luck to everyone in future SSL seasons

As an aside I found out about 2 more things about the league that separates it from the other I'm in. 1 is that there's a "mercy" rule in this league. For those who aren't aware if one team goes up by 5 goals the sim changes to show only key highlights (goals and near goals) to speed things up. Sometimes a highlight will show a bunch of passing that amounts to nothing and that gets cut. The other thing I learned is the bank account is tied to the player and not the user. In the other 3 leagues I'm in, it's the opposite; the bank account is tied to the user. I agree with what Quitolis said on Discord about this "Then the recreates have to do real participation and can't just coast off the past." I think this also helps level out the playing field when it comes to earning cash and it can give someone a better idea who is earning well and who is going the medium/casual route]]> Riipsaw for answering any questions I had and for providing guidance on where to apply TPE in my build. I also want to thank people like @Quitolis for being wonderful teammates. I know that we're teammates now and will most likely be rivals in the future. I'm still going to hold my PRFC teammates in high regard starting in s27. It has been a fun season with highs and lows and I know we can't do better than 2nd in the table. I would love to end this season on a high note with a win at Adowa Accra FC. Once this is over my focus I'll shift over to the upcoming SSL prospect draft and I can't wait to see my render on the draft card, I might take a screen shot of it and use that in my sign on the forums. Once again thank you guys for the wonderful season and good luck to everyone in future SSL seasons

As an aside I found out about 2 more things about the league that separates it from the other I'm in. 1 is that there's a "mercy" rule in this league. For those who aren't aware if one team goes up by 5 goals the sim changes to show only key highlights (goals and near goals) to speed things up. Sometimes a highlight will show a bunch of passing that amounts to nothing and that gets cut. The other thing I learned is the bank account is tied to the player and not the user. In the other 3 leagues I'm in, it's the opposite; the bank account is tied to the user. I agree with what Quitolis said on Discord about this "Then the recreates have to do real participation and can't just coast off the past." I think this also helps level out the playing field when it comes to earning cash and it can give someone a better idea who is earning well and who is going the medium/casual route]]>