Football Manager 2022 (FM22) is almost here and a number of players, writers and influencers have already got their hands on an Alpha version of the new game just days away from the release of the Early Access Beta.

Sports Interactive (SI) have showcased a vast array of new features for this year, particularly around their all-new Data Hub and the refined Deadline Day experience which has got huge segments of the gaming community talking.

While FM22 is still in early development, SI distributed early copies of the game to allow reviewers to get to grips with the new features and immerse themselves in the world of football management.

With the beta due to be released in a matter of days, many have had their say already on FM22 and what their first impressions are early on.

Here is everything that we know about Football Manager 2022 so far.

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