Football Manager 26 Open Beta Release Date Revealed

The Open Beta for Football Manager 26 is expected to launch on October 24, giving fans an early chance to test the game before its official release on November 4.

FM26 Open Beta launches Oct 24, two weeks before the official Nov 4 release date.

The upcoming entry in SEGA’s long-running football management series has been one of the most anticipated sports titles of the year. With the move to the Unity Engine, Sports Interactive promises more realistic visuals, smoother performance, and deeper gameplay systems.

On top of that, FIFA recently announced a partnership with the game, ensuring official licensing for the upcoming World Cup, something that adds even more authenticity to the experience.

According to a report by Football Gaming Zone, the Open Beta date was spotted in an internal code distribution email tied to alpha testing. While that early build was reportedly limited to professional footballers, the leaked details line up with hints from Sports Interactive, who teased that news was coming soon. Although the studio hasn’t made a formal announcement yet, October 24 looks very likely.