Best Football (Soccer) games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated football (soccer) games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free football (soccer) games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Ball 2D: Soccer Online
Ball 2D is an online multiplayer soccer game with 100% physics-based gameplay where you control one player.
Head Goal: Soccer Online
Play with your friends an online multiplayer soccer game with 100% physics-based gameplay where you control one player.
Behold the Kickmen
BEHOLD THE KICKMEN is a football game made by someone who has no understanding of, or interest in, what is affectionately known as "The Wonderful Game". Start at the bottom of the Big Boring Football Spreadsheet and grind your way up to become the best at the football anyone's ever seen.
Soccer Online: Ball 3D
Soccer simulator. Control one player and kick the ball high or low, hard or lightly, curve, dribble and perform tricks. Play online or with bots. Join over a million players who have already played. Buy now and have fun or wishlist for later.
Kopanito All-Stars Soccer
Fast-paced football game without a referee on the pitch and with crazy super-powers! It may not look serious, but we guarantee, that it is. Kopanito’s match engine is well-balanced and entirely skill-based.
Soccer Rage
Soccer Rage is a sport/action game that features: a hybrid engine of soccer and fighting. This game has a dynamic and fast paced soccer gameplay. There are no red cards, no off-sides, no outside balls, no substitutions, brutal fouls are allowed along with fighting.
FootLOL: Epic Soccer League
The craziest soccer management game you have ever played! Use mines, aliens, cows, guns and other crazy cheats to decimate the opposing team and protect your players. Play against your friends or AI opponents!
New Star Soccer 5
Live the life of an up-and-coming superstar in this unique football career game. Start out as a 16 year old lad and work your way to the top to become a footballing legend!
Nancy Drew®: Warnings at Waverly Academy
Enroll in a School Plagued by Suspicions and Lies!
Most played football (soccer) games on Steam
Take a look at the top football (soccer) games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 30th 2025.
1. Football Manager 2024
Build a world-class team ready to dominate your rivals in football’s most prestigious competitions. Progress never stops when you’re pursuing footballing greatness. Football Manager 2024 is a simulation, sports and management game developed by Sports Interactive and published by SEGA. Released on November 06th 2023 has received 22,151 reviews of which 20,099 were positive and 2,052 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played football (soccer) game, thanks to its 33,976 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.9
20,099
2,052
33,976
players
2. Football Manager 2022
The closest thing to real football management. FM22 brings new, progressive ways to find your winning edge, instill your footballing style and earn it on the pitch. Football Manager 2022 is a sports, management and football (soccer) game developed by Sports Interactive and published by SEGA. Released on November 09th 2021 has received 21,452 reviews of which 19,856 were positive and 1,596 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. While seeing 1,404 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among football (soccer) games based on player count.
9.0
19,856
1,596
1,404
players
3. Football Manager 2021
New additions and game upgrades deliver added levels of depth, drama and football authenticity. FM21 empowers you like never before to develop your skills and command success at your club. Football Manager 2021 is a sports, simulation and management game developed by Sports Interactive and published by SEGA. Released on November 24th 2020 has received 23,901 reviews of which 22,341 were positive and 1,560 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. While seeing 782 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among football (soccer) games based on player count.
9.1
22,341
1,560
782
players
4. Soccer Manager 2025
Manage elite football clubs and lead your dream team as a football manager! Soccer Manager 2025 is a simulation, sports and football (soccer) game developed and published by Invincibles Studio Ltd. Released on October 23rd 2024 has received 1,314 reviews of which 969 were positive and 345 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. With 731 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played football (soccer) games.
7.1
969
345
731
players
5. Pro Soccer Online
Pro Soccer Online is a 1st/3rd person, highly skill based, online multiplayer soccer game. It offers a sports game experience unlike any other with smooth, physics based, input driven gameplay that is competitive and rewarding with no pay to win mechanics. Pro Soccer Online is a sports, football (soccer) and multiplayer game developed and published by Skywall Studios LLC. Released on November 15th 2021 has received 23,856 reviews of which 21,452 were positive and 2,404 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. With 457 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played football (soccer) games.
8.8
21,452
2,404
457
players
6. Football Manager 2019
Simulation gaming perfected. Create your unique footballing story by taking charge of the club you love. Complete control of this stunningly realistic game world is yours - every decision in your hands, or yours to delegate. Your call, your way, your story. Everything you've ever dreamed of! Football Manager 2019 is a simulation, sports and football (soccer) game developed by Sports Interactive and published by SEGA. Released on November 02nd 2018 has received 12,486 reviews of which 10,832 were positive and 1,654 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. With 403 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played football (soccer) games.
8.5
10,832
1,654
403
players
7. IOSoccer
IOSoccer is a free non-commercial competitive third-person online multiplayer soccer game that offers unparalleled freedom in ball control and gameplay depth. IOSoccer is a free to play, sports and multiplayer game developed and published by IOSoccer Team. Released on June 08th 2018 has received 2,805 reviews of which 2,282 were positive and 523 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. With 118 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played football (soccer) games.
7.9
2,282
523
118
players
8. Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions
Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions is an arcade football game bringing a refreshing look to the football genre with the exhilarating action and over the top shots that made the license famous. Defy The Laws of Football Become Legend Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions is a anime, sports and football (soccer) game developed by TAMSOFT CORPORATION and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on September 28th 2020 has received 5,683 reviews of which 3,988 were positive and 1,695 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. With 105 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played football (soccer) games.
6.9
3,988
1,695
105
players
9. Football Life Simulator
Live the life of a professional footballer both on and off the field. Train, play matches, manage your social life, climb the career ladder, and spend your earned money. Decorate your life with luxury while managing your relationships and finances. Football Life Simulator is a simulation, football (soccer) and indie game developed by Ludu Arts and published by Ludu Arts and Devotion Interactive. Released on April 11th 2025 has received 609 reviews of which 432 were positive and 177 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played football (soccer) games.
6.8
432
177
99
players
10. WE ARE FOOTBALL 2024
Welcome to WE ARE FOOTBALL 2024! Dive into the world of football like never before. Choose an existing club or start your own. Manage either men or women, lead your club to new heights, and become the next manager legend! WE ARE FOOTBALL 2024 is a football (soccer), sports and simulation game developed by Winning Streak Games and published by HandyGames and THQ Nordic. Released on March 04th 2024 has received 827 reviews of which 659 were positive and 168 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played football (soccer) games.
7.6
659
168
87
players
Best deals on football (soccer) games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of football (soccer) games available on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted football (soccer) games.
1. WE ARE FOOTBALL
Lead your football club through national championships and to international stardom. Take over an established men’s or women’s team of your choice as its manager or bring a small team into the big league. WE ARE FOOTBALL is a sports, football (soccer) and time management game developed by Winning Streak Games and published by THQ Nordic. Released on June 10th 2021 has received 1,424 reviews of which 1,103 were positive and 321 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Featuring a massive 85% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for football (soccer) category.
7.4
1,103
321
-85%
25.73€
3.86€
2. Football Manager 2021
New additions and game upgrades deliver added levels of depth, drama and football authenticity. FM21 empowers you like never before to develop your skills and command success at your club. Football Manager 2021 is a sports, simulation and management game developed by Sports Interactive and published by SEGA. Released on November 24th 2020 has received 23,901 reviews of which 22,341 were positive and 1,560 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 80% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in football (soccer) games.
9.1
22,341
1,560
-80%
55.65€
11.13€
3. Football Manager 2022
The closest thing to real football management. FM22 brings new, progressive ways to find your winning edge, instill your footballing style and earn it on the pitch. Football Manager 2022 is a sports, management and football (soccer) game developed by Sports Interactive and published by SEGA. Released on November 09th 2021 has received 21,452 reviews of which 19,856 were positive and 1,596 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 78% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in football (soccer) games.
9.0
19,856
1,596
-78%
54.50€
11.99€
4. Football, Tactics & Glory
XCOM meets Football Manager. Develop your club, earn experience in turn-based matches, learn new skills, achieve new classes, upgrade your facilities, buy and sell footballers, grow your youth academy, make difficult choices. It's a deep strategy game that respects your time. Football, Tactics & Glory is a turn-based combat, football (soccer) and management game developed by Creoteam and published by Creoteam and Toplitz Productions. Released on June 01st 2018 has received 4,006 reviews of which 3,532 were positive and 474 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 75% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for football (soccer) games.
8.5
3,532
474
-75%
24.99€
6.24€
5. Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions
Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions is an arcade football game bringing a refreshing look to the football genre with the exhilarating action and over the top shots that made the license famous. Defy The Laws of Football Become Legend Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions is a anime, sports and football (soccer) game developed by TAMSOFT CORPORATION and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on September 28th 2020 has received 5,683 reviews of which 3,988 were positive and 1,695 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 75% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for football (soccer) games.
6.9
3,988
1,695
-75%
39.99€
9.99€
6. Football Manager 2019
Simulation gaming perfected. Create your unique footballing story by taking charge of the club you love. Complete control of this stunningly realistic game world is yours - every decision in your hands, or yours to delegate. Your call, your way, your story. Everything you've ever dreamed of! Football Manager 2019 is a simulation, sports and football (soccer) game developed by Sports Interactive and published by SEGA. Released on November 02nd 2018 has received 12,486 reviews of which 10,832 were positive and 1,654 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 73% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for football (soccer) games.
8.5
10,832
1,654
-73%
55.81€
15.07€
7. WE ARE FOOTBALL 2024
Welcome to WE ARE FOOTBALL 2024! Dive into the world of football like never before. Choose an existing club or start your own. Manage either men or women, lead your club to new heights, and become the next manager legend! WE ARE FOOTBALL 2024 is a football (soccer), sports and simulation game developed by Winning Streak Games and published by HandyGames and THQ Nordic. Released on March 04th 2024 has received 827 reviews of which 659 were positive and 168 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 68% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for football (soccer) games.
7.6
659
168
-68%
40.38€
12.92€
8. Football Manager 2024
Build a world-class team ready to dominate your rivals in football’s most prestigious competitions. Progress never stops when you’re pursuing footballing greatness. Football Manager 2024 is a simulation, sports and management game developed by Sports Interactive and published by SEGA. Released on November 06th 2023 has received 22,151 reviews of which 20,099 were positive and 2,052 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a 50% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for football (soccer) games.
8.9
20,099
2,052
-50%
59.98€
29.99€
Free football (soccer) games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play football (soccer) games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play football (soccer) games.
1. Soccer Manager 2025
Manage elite football clubs and lead your dream team as a football manager! Soccer Manager 2025 is a simulation, sports and football (soccer) game developed and published by Invincibles Studio Ltd. Released on October 23rd 2024 has received 1,314 reviews of which 969 were positive and 345 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. With 731 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free football (soccer) games on Steam.
7.1
969
345
731
players
2. IOSoccer
IOSoccer is a free non-commercial competitive third-person online multiplayer soccer game that offers unparalleled freedom in ball control and gameplay depth. IOSoccer is a free to play, sports and multiplayer game developed and published by IOSoccer Team. Released on June 08th 2018 has received 2,805 reviews of which 2,282 were positive and 523 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 118, this football (soccer) game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free football (soccer) games on Steam.
7.9
2,282
523
118
players
3. FreestyleFootball R
《FreestyleFootball》 is a street hip-hop animation style soccer ACG game created by JCE and published by HOGA. In the game, you will collect and play as different characters in PVP team Competition. The game mode includes 4v4 team competition and club league. FreestyleFootball R is a massively multiplayer, pvp and football (soccer) game developed by JOYCITY Corporation and published by HOGA INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CO. and LTD. Released on September 13th 2022 has received 1,552 reviews of which 1,063 were positive and 489 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free football (soccer) games on Steam.
6.7
1,063
489
37
players
4. Soccer Manager 2021
Be a top football manager in Soccer Manager 2021. Take a football team to the top and test your management skills against the best, or help a struggling team fight for glory! Soccer Manager 2021 is a sports, management and free to play game developed and published by Invincibles Studio Ltd. Released on December 16th 2020 has received 2,071 reviews of which 1,542 were positive and 529 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free football (soccer) games on Steam.
7.2
1,542
529
26
players
5. Soccer Manager 2020
Be a top football manager in Soccer Manager 2020. Take a football team to the top and test your management skills against the best, or help a struggling team fight for glory! Soccer Manager 2020 is a free to play, sports and football (soccer) game developed and published by Soccer Manager Ltd. Released on January 29th 2020 has received 1,558 reviews of which 1,189 were positive and 369 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free football (soccer) games on Steam.
7.3
1,189
369
19
players
6. Pro 11 - Football Manager Game
Become the best football manager. Join Pro 11 and claim the championship! Pro 11 - Football Manager Game is a sports, strategy and simulation game developed and published by Trophy Games ApS. Released on February 13th 2020 has received 333 reviews of which 250 were positive and 83 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free football (soccer) games on Steam.
7.1
250
83
15
players
7. 90 Minute Fever - Online Football (Soccer) Manager
90 Minute Fever is an online football management game that offers extremely challenging gameplay where you get to compete against others from all over the world! 90 Minute Fever - Online Football (Soccer) Manager is a free to play, football (soccer) and management game developed and published by Isokron. Released on September 01st 2023 has received 302 reviews of which 189 were positive and 113 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free football (soccer) games on Steam.
6.0
189
113
11
players