Championship Manager 01 02 Best Players 3.9.68 Fixed
For (v3.9.68), the "best" players are a mix of legendary bargains and high-potential "wonderkids." While some famous overpowered players like Tó Madeira
(AMC/FC) : A versatile legend often paired with Tsigalko; brilliant behind the striker. Anastasios Skalidis
This is the position where CM 01/02 legends are truly born.
A Champ Man great. For around £1m, you secure a legend who can play anywhere in the attacking midfield strata and creates for fun. You rarely see a save without him.
These players were often free or criminally underpriced. A true CM manager’s first move was always the "Approach to Sign" on Bosman free transfers. championship manager 01 02 best players 3.9.68
Here is your comprehensive guide to building a world-dominating squad.
(Shakhtar Donetsk): The ultimate attacking utility player. Aghahowa is incredibly fast and can easily replicate his elite performance across the right wing, attacking midfield, or upfront.
Having the best players is only half the battle. To truly dominate the 3.9.68 version, you need to set them up for success.
High-potential players available for low fees or as free agents: Dionisis Chiotis For (v3
A Swedish wonderkid who becomes a world-class attacking midfielder or striker. Källström has incredible technical stats, including shooting and passing, making him a consistent source of goals and assists. Unbeatable Wonderkids (High Potential)
Depth and Mechanics Championship Manager 01/02 delivered an unusually deep simulation for its time. The core gameplay loop—signing players, setting tactics, training squads, and managing finances—was supported by a detailed match engine and an extensive player database. Managers had to balance short-term results with long-term squad development, negotiate transfers and contracts, and react to injuries and morale swings. The tactical interface, while less visually polished than later titles, offered granular control over formations, player roles, and match-day instructions, encouraging tactical experimentation and reward for strategic planning.
Good luck, Gaffer. The world is waiting.
| Player (Age) | Position | Starting Club | Cost | Key Attributes / Notes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | DM/MC | Falkirk | £450k | "God Tier" . A legendary box-to-box engine; better than Zidane for his price. | | Kim Källström (18) | AM LC | BK Häcken | £200k | "God Tier" . The ultimate cheap playmaker with a deadly left foot. | | Kennedy Bakircioglu (20) | AM RLC | Hammarby | £2M | "God Tier" . An incredibly versatile and talented creator. | | Rafael van der Vaart (18) | AM C | Ajax | £5M+ | A prodigious young talent, destined for superstardom. | | Arjen Robben (17) | AM/F L | Groningen | £2M | The left-wing legend in the making; pace, dribbling, and goals. | | Joe Cole (19) | AM LC | West Ham | £8M+ | Arguably the best young English attacking midfielder in the game. | | Pablo Aimar (21) | AM C | Valencia | £6M+ | A magical, creative playmaker. | | Juan Román Riquelme (23) | AM C | Barcelona | £10M+ | The archetypal 'enganche' with exceptional vision and technique. | | John O'Brien (23) | AM LC | Ajax | £3M | An often-overlooked player who is very effective in the hole. | | Tonton Zola Moukoko (18) | AM/F C | Derby | £2M | An unusual wonderkid with a legendary name, capable of magic. | | Eldar Hadzimehmedovic (17) | AM C | Malmö FF | £400k | "Hidden Gem" . An unbelievable bargain; scores a ton from midfield. | For around £1m, you secure a legend who
(SC) : A legendary "fictional" striker who remains a scoring machine in this version. Sergey Nikiforenko
You need the engine room to make the strikers fire, and the 3.9.68 patch is overflowing with generational talent.
The 3.9.68 database is famous for its "hidden gem" midfielders who could outplay global superstars:
(SC): A legendary fictional scout-created player who is a goal machine for any team. Taribo West