I Visited My Football Manager Club in Real Life

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Жыл бұрын

It’s the dream of everyone that plays Football Manager, I made the pilgrimage to the 6th tier side that I have taken to the Premier League on Football Manager. I had never even been to a non-league match in England before so this was a whole bunch of new experiences all rolled up into one!
Playing Football Manager essentially for a living is a dream too good to be true and I hope to keep chasing all the cool things we can do with it. For example, this is the first in a series of videos with the team, all of which I had a tremendous time filming and will hopefully answer some questions you have asked yourself while playing Football Manager.
Much Love,
The Zealand
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@yzkeisdead Жыл бұрын

this is an actual masterpiece though, you cant deny the fact

@Jackson54321 Жыл бұрын

@GIBBO4182 Жыл бұрын

Taunton is actually a really nice part of the country! My friend lived there for 3 years while his girlfriend attended university, he had nothing but praise for it

@TheThreeBaldies Жыл бұрын

I live there, shithole

@SoundsoftheStage Жыл бұрын

What a day we had together! It was a pleasure to show you around 💜💜

@ElementryLennon Жыл бұрын

you done a great job being the face of the club in this video

@zaphster11 Жыл бұрын

You did well mate! If ever you see a 6 foot tall Filipino watching your game their, it'll be me

@JMalikZ Жыл бұрын

Salute.

@JWalksClips 10 ай бұрын

@@ElementryLennonwell said 👏

@futcrunch Жыл бұрын

this felt difference and was a real masterpiece, well done!

@inal1907 Жыл бұрын

play fm futcrunchhh

@augero-jr8ti 8 ай бұрын

Yooo I live there lol

@sync232 Жыл бұрын

Every little town or village having its own semi-pro or amateur team, AND having a loyal fanbase, is the most wholesome thing in the world.

@JimTheFly Жыл бұрын

This is one thing I really wish we had here in the US. Probably the only thing close to it would be high school and college football. But having something on a much wider scale would be totally awesome.

@billsager5634 Жыл бұрын

@@JimTheFly Considering there are high schools that draw 20,000+ fans per game, and college teams that draw 50,000+ per games - these non-league teams don't even get that many fans per season! Heck, I graduated from a small D3 school, yet would have 15,000 at our home football games. That said, watching Zealand's (and other content creators) visits to non-league clubs - just makes you want to take a non-league stadium tour, catching as many non-league games as possible.

@JimTheFly Жыл бұрын

@@billsager5634 Good point. Especially in areas like Texas and Florida where HS FB is HUUUUGE. And wow, honestly, I wouldn't have thought that a D3 would have that kind of turnout. But yeah, this is the kind of video that makes me wish I was over there bouncing around the little clubs in smaller towns and experiencing that lower-league feel.

@Mongo42089 Жыл бұрын

@@JimTheFly Same. I'd rather watch non-league than MLS but options here are very limited. In an alternate universe, only barring outside factors/influences or the ASL not being a shitshow, it could have found a much better foothold here. Nothing close to England of course, but HS/college/semi-pro at least would be far more prominent than it is today.

@RetroProg Жыл бұрын

@@billsager5634 I do love the irony of the US having the most Communist approach to Sport anywhere in the world.

@mosesthepotato8200 Жыл бұрын

Visiting the club that you've been playing on FM23 save is just mind-blowing and unbelievable hope one day I can do it as well (I live in Asia)

@shahir1395 Жыл бұрын

if you are an export quality Potato then you have a chance!

@brianbru Жыл бұрын

Great video mate - the fact people like you exist to boost the reputations of these smaller clubs is awesome. 33 minutes this video has been live and it's had thousands of views. Like 5 times as many views at this stage as Taunton's average attendance.

@broefkip Жыл бұрын

I love this social media manager guy. As someone who is studying communication, the fact they were on top of you playing taunton so fast is incredible and for them to see the opportunity to be played by a KZfaqr to grow their reputation is awesome and inspiring to me. I think I might keep an eye out for Taunton in the future

@BobbyDAirish Жыл бұрын

After all of this, Weymouth managed to stay up after going on a run of wins.

@Its-Sheamus-78 Жыл бұрын

Zealand! I just wanted to reach out and say a massive thank you for showcasing our home town in your latest KZfaq video. It was such a delight to see our town being highlighted, and I appreciate the time and effort that went into filming and editing the content. I can't wait to see what you have in store for us in your next video! 👏🦚🎥💯 #UpThePeacocks

@outtanowhere6885 Жыл бұрын

Picked Weymouth for my non-league save, so it's really a delight to see them in a video of yours. Took your advice and brought Hamzad Kargbo in, so far 3 straight promotions :))

@billsager5634 Жыл бұрын

I've been a Weymouth fan for years - essentially finding them via FM. I have at least one Weymouth save for every FM. At least I can listen to their games here in the US via Mixr.

@outtanowhere6885 Жыл бұрын

@@billsager5634 I've even managed to keep original players such as Kyprianou, Howe and Bearwish in my starting 11.

@willdee29 Жыл бұрын

This is a really amazing video. If you compare to Zealand's video when visiting FAC around last year, you can see a lot of difference between professional team in Austria 2nd division and semi-pro team in England 6th division. I hope you keep doing this kind of video in the future as well

@rickyn4560 Жыл бұрын

Great video, you’ve made my sons day he’s one taking a picture with Zealand at the start of the video and it’s also his birthday today

@Mombot_z Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video Zealand and Adler! The quality is top notch, and the story so well told! Love Taunton for being so welcoming, love the Hammers that traveled to see the game with you, and can’t wait to see the next video! #upthepeacocks

@BreetonBoi Жыл бұрын

This is amazing, I love this so much. It’s crazy how much you can do from playing Football Manager to meeting and interacting with the actual football club yourself

@cameronsummerhayes Жыл бұрын

I live here, and it’s crazy to see you posting a video of visiting 😂😂

@Vizehh Жыл бұрын

Bruh same😂😂

@tombarnes4980 Жыл бұрын

And i was born there😅

@Toboloco Жыл бұрын

Taunton and Somerset is a really great place to live. So cool to see Zealand in Taunton!

@Mehbrame Жыл бұрын

I work in Taunton so I've loved following this save. The production for this is amazing mate!

@RevStickleback Жыл бұрын

I did a similar thing last year, finally getting to visit Whitby Town, who I'd managed to unfeasible glories (multiple Premier League titles) back when I used to play the game 20 years back. I'd taken them over in the national league, when they'd just been promoted, and had no real players.

@nathanmonstrey1785 Жыл бұрын

Although I really like your FM videos this together with the visit to the FAC Platz is such a fun watch. I really hope that future teams are equally interested in creating this unique connection.

@PirateDrive Жыл бұрын

Awesome video. It's amazing that all the support from people on here and Twitch have given you the platform to do things like this, the Dorfers visit and the other match day vlogs last year. Looking forward to the other Taunton videos!

@Thylin2 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video, I loved it! Can't wait for the the next video with the players!

@claudej8338 Жыл бұрын

The drone shots are great! PS: I liked your guest appearance in StuntPegg's vlog at Peckham. Cheers

@danielharris6049 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video i live just over the road from the ground and the noise this town makes when its match day is unreal. It looks like you enjoyed yourself a lot as well. Always welcome to Taunton zealand.

@Shamrock-Rover Жыл бұрын

Love these visits!!! Floridsdorfer AC was great, and now this one!!! I'm looking forward to the upcoming videos! Keep up the good work man!!!❤️

@jakeunderwood9 Жыл бұрын

Great vid Z. I love this kind of thing. One of the underratedly beautiful things about FM is its connection to the real world. And videos like this from people like you help further that connection to the game.

@GreyveeeDL Жыл бұрын

As someone that has been born and raised in Taunton and supported this club since I was a kid, watching your save and this video has been so much fun, thank you for bringing eyes and fans to our club and town! Sad I couldn't make the game due to work (I actually work on the same road as the ground) but glad you enjoyed your day at the mighty Wordsworth Drive arena!

@JimTheFly Жыл бұрын

This was great to see, and it's so obvious that it meant so much to you, Z. So glad you got to have this experience.

@Tajul2810 Жыл бұрын

This might be your best video to date Z. Love to see it. Up the Peacocks!

@kmg1211 Жыл бұрын

If you're looking to do something similar to your Taunton Town save, next season, you can play as Rushall Olympic, who have also never been up in the National League North in their entire existence, also one of my local clubs too!

@tylersimmons6524 Жыл бұрын

That would be very cool! But he generally tries to mix it up for his stream saves. Belarus, Columbia, Portugal, Austria, now finally non-league in England.

@Stephen-lx9nm Жыл бұрын

Do you like Mcdonald 😂😂

@sirtonyholohan69 Жыл бұрын

What a video, that’s the best Zealand video I’ve ever seen. I only follow the KZfaq videos and admittedly haven’t followed the Taunton series but thoroughly enjoyed this. I’d love if you somehow got involved with all non league clubs and did these inside looks a lot more! If I could like 10 times I would

@JeremyCouderc Жыл бұрын

this is so wholesome. well done zealand, you're a lovely guy.

@HankzFM Жыл бұрын

Probably My Favorite video from Z The professionalism on the content is Mind blowing

@jxshperkins Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video - thank you for welcoming TTFC into your life Zealand. Thank you as well for your time on BBC Radio Somerset as well :)

@lemonfuttie8457 10 ай бұрын

"Here we have tonights tactics: Hope." Managerial Masterclass.

@honestjohn7513 Жыл бұрын

Great video. Looking forward to the next one

@jacobthorne9930 Жыл бұрын

being from the South West and growing up near Taunton I am so happy to see the love towards not just the non-league game but the fact that the best FM KZfaqr went there and praised the area. Gutted to have not known about this! Would have happily made the trip back to have met the big Z.

@t.c.4321 Жыл бұрын

Zealand is very good at what he does. Great content !

@callumhawker3030 Жыл бұрын

This is crazily random! Never thought I’d see My home towns club in a KZfaq video. Good job mate!

@marcinems Жыл бұрын

fuuuuuucking legendary this is bruv :D livin the dream indeed , waiting for the next episodes

@BestBoyPatrick Жыл бұрын

Seeing my lovely little west country represented by the Z is beautiful

@dronesclubhighjinks Жыл бұрын

At first, I thought this might be a kinda boring video, but it turned out to be both heartwarming and charming! I have already slapped myself on the wrist for my unjustified, preconceived fear of boredom. When you said you spent the evening in "Tauntaun," I finally realized why you remind me of Luke Skywalker. Thanks for the video and I'm glad you and your club had a great time!

@harryrowe6049 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for visiting our little town, it was great meeting you! ⚽️

@djgawaydaysecfc6599 Жыл бұрын

Class video Zealand. Taunton are massively in need of a stadium upgrade in order to be allowed to progress up the leagues have you thought about doing a fund raiser for them in order to improve the stadium?

@robertsimpson5343 Жыл бұрын

Very good video mate, really interesting

@xzankhatri8470 Жыл бұрын

Been waiting for this 👍👍👍👍❤️

@lachysims6327 Жыл бұрын

man ive been waitingggg for this vid

@Elbomberdelvernal 7 ай бұрын

What u did is fantastic.. I dont know much about fm21 but this video❤

@BrooksCWhitehouse Жыл бұрын

This is awesome on every level

@RekzaFS Жыл бұрын

Zealand to the coach as an assistant manager: *we’re being overrun in the midfield*

@simsimmauk7587 Жыл бұрын

I live in Bristol a few miles away i been playing FM/CM from the start. Use to go to school with Lloyd James Lol. Great to see you in England!

@Winker_7 Жыл бұрын

What is actually epic about this vid is that i was there at the game with my dad and i thought you were there bud but i was like nah must be my eyes innit 😂

@joefothergill4029 Жыл бұрын

Amazing video 👏🏼

@PaulSmithWGA Жыл бұрын

Nice to meet you Zealand and good to see our board in a few shots 👍😏

@jordylont1879 Жыл бұрын

Your storytelling is incredibly entertaining

@OddlySpecificGaming Жыл бұрын

Love these videos

@borisbonillacarmona4764 Жыл бұрын

Awesome!!! Now we want the Zealand - Mcoots Taunton Legends one to one interview!!!!

@phatbi971 Жыл бұрын

Crazy content Zee 🔥

@historymatters6627 Жыл бұрын

Your content for a football game is pretty f'in awesome

@harveyharriss6369 Жыл бұрын

Big up crumpy- was a pleasure meeting Zealand as well

@firstnamesurname1743 10 ай бұрын

Great video and story. If you have kept tabs on Taunton, you will know that they will be part of an extraordinary National League South this season, with lots of clubs from the South West.

@Resopheed Жыл бұрын

Love seeing their manager actually do the FM thing of just handing over press duties to his "assistant" 🤣

@billsager5634 Жыл бұрын

Zealand, I actually listened to the broadcast of the game, here in the US (via Mixr). I'm a huge fan of Weymouth - which I always play at least one save in every version of FM. Weymouth desperately needed a win against Taunton Town, and a win in their final game of the season, against Dover Athletic in order to avoid relegation. Needless to say, we won both games! Looks like you had a great time! Maybe I should start a KZfaq channel and a Twitch channel, with a Weymouth save... maybe I can get a similar invite😁

@pwalmsley9 Жыл бұрын

Can't wait for the rest of the videos from your visit, Z! Should have called this series "Welcome to Taunton" and done it in the style of Rob & Ryan though.

@curtisdavies4233 Жыл бұрын

Just give this man a British Citizenship. I’ve watched him go from only FM knowledge to knowing more about the game then I do and I’ve been following it for 20+ years! Hopefully will see you at a Burnley game one day!

@NotoriousNR3 Жыл бұрын

Great video, Z

@danderson8463 Жыл бұрын

These vids are just the coolest, most heartwarming things. I really hope that the Peacocks and the Dorfers before them, get a boost in interest and support from their local area, following their gracious and baffling welcome of our favourite ball deodorant salesman ❤

@cj123456789012345678 Жыл бұрын

Jake was great! Nice video Z

@BriswallYT Жыл бұрын

Incredible. I live just to the north-east of Taunton, but also we should definitely sort a fundraiser out to improve the stadium, of course, since it looks just itty bitty.

@daveeastcott9323 Жыл бұрын

I literally went there like 28yrs ago...U shld check out summerset, Cornwall and devon - it's the best part of England along with the lake district imo

@LefthandedTom Жыл бұрын

Lee Lucas used to live with my cousin when they were at the swans I think.. recognise the name. Cool to see him still playing

@Alphawave2000 Жыл бұрын

Weymouth stayed up eventually by winning the last match of the season.

@billsager5634 Жыл бұрын

Yes, an absolutely must win over Dover Athletic. Weymouth, Dover, and Dulwich Hamlet all ended the season at 48 points, but Dulwich was relegated due to goal difference.

@christaylor9656 Жыл бұрын

Great vid zealand ❤

@akmalbasyhaazis Жыл бұрын

Great video Z

@russhunter5696 Жыл бұрын

This is excellent. Truly excellent.

@ldkellandshaw Жыл бұрын

My home town, I miss Taunton. The County Ground, Vivary Park. Things are very different here in Georgia USA!

@FromTheStandsTV Жыл бұрын

Was great to see you there!

@michael7949 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely sensational documentary

@punkbassandcovers Жыл бұрын

Wish we had the pyramid system here in the states...where teams actually get promoted/relegated. Something to always play for.

@iambicpentakill971 Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I just can't bring myself follow our city's men's team, because I know that they will never be in the top division and they can be terrible and never drop. It feels like nothing is riding on it. (Obviously a lot is riding on it for the players/coaches/etc)

@RobaMostarRoba Жыл бұрын

great vid

@Bobo1993ization Жыл бұрын

So great to see that cultural links and friendships formed through a video game. Kudos Zealand!

@jaredgreen2508 Жыл бұрын

Thank you again for the photo that day! Was great to see you.

@absurdist5134 Жыл бұрын

This is fantastic.

@DevilVips 5 ай бұрын

This is my Hometown football team!! Go Taunton! I played for then personally for couple of seasons, this is absolutely madness!!

@alexwattsblog Жыл бұрын

Not sure how this made my feed - but glad it did

@ilikehorses57 Жыл бұрын

As a Bristol Rovers fan, upsetting to see Taunton actually have a nicer ground than us.....

@Galantus1964 10 ай бұрын

the power of a football game called Football Manager ..... this was simply fantastic..

@spsawyer22 Жыл бұрын

I love these vids

@stevec5034 Жыл бұрын

Zealand is honestly an incredible content creator.

@eFKaluza Жыл бұрын

Awesome transition to the football pitch

@Monkeh99 Жыл бұрын

that was really emotional,

@noxaj6507 Жыл бұрын

I can’t believe I just watched your Taunton interview last night with the manager. Mad coincidence.

@pixlpix79 Жыл бұрын

This was fantastic xD But seriously lower league is where the fun is, and i support an Edinburgh team tho i have a tiny (pun intended) team just as close :)

@lucasdempsey6648 Жыл бұрын

Love to see you collabing with james alcott

@ShyGuyTravel Жыл бұрын

Next year you could be a bit cheeky and manage a club on a beautiful Caribbean island or something 🏝️

@ciaranhiscox777 Жыл бұрын

Lee Lucas is a blast from the past, I am from the same Welsh village as him

@scygnius Жыл бұрын

Doesn't even need to be soccer, but man I'd love that type of deep-rooted, "every town has a team" culture for a sport here in the States. Closest we get to it is minor league sports, college, or peewee.

@chrisgoblin4857 Жыл бұрын

I need to go to some more non league games at my local club. Literally just a 5 minute walk to the ground.

@nigefal 11 ай бұрын

Great video - Ted Lasso eat your heart out

@SuperJNG18 Жыл бұрын

This isn't just great for the obvious reasons, it's also fascinating to FINALLY hear how actual football players feel about Football Manager and how they're used in it. I'm sure there are fun videos related to that out there, but this is the first time I'M hearing about any players reacting, and I find it hilarious.