- Real faces, kits, and logos in Football Manager 27 Mobile require community-made packs installed manually on Android.
- Running Fix corrects unlicensed club and competition names as a single changelist.txt file.
- Ultra Face Pack 7.0 ships as two parts (~14 GB total) that merge into one face.FMF file after extraction.
- Android 10+ restriction on the Android/Data folder means most players need X-Plore plus Shizuku for access.
- First launch after install takes several minutes to pre-load new files—keep the screen on and let it finish.
Why Football Manager 27 Mobile Needs Real Faces, Kits, and Logos
Because of licensing limitations, Football Manager 27 Mobile ships without official badges, player photos, or authentic kits for many clubs. Competition names can also appear generic, which breaks immersion for dedicated managers. Community-made add-ons fix this by replacing placeholder assets with realistic equivalents.
Video Highlights:
- Installing the Running Fix, logo pack, Ultra Face Pack 7.0, and kit pack on Android
- Using X-Plore File Manager and Shizuku to access restricted folders
- Correct file destinations for each pack type
- First-launch pre-loading behavior and the "reload skin" fallback
Each add-on targets a different gap in the game's presentation, and each one goes into a different folder on your device:
| Add-On | What It Fixes | File Format | Destination Folder |
|---|---|---|---|
| Running Fix | Club and competition names | changelist.txt | Android/data/com.netflix.ngp.footballmanagermobile/files |
| Ultra Face Pack 7.0 | Player real faces | face.FMF | files/application_support/Sports Interactive/Football Manager Mobile |
| Logo Pack | Club crests and competition logos | .FMF | files/graphics |
| Kit Pack | Authentic shirts for current season | .FMF | files/graphics |
You must have exactly one changelist.txt installed. If the file gets renamed to changelist(1).txt after copying, it will not load. Overwrite the old file instead of creating a duplicate.
Tools You Need Before Installing
Before touching any game files, prepare your Android device. Since Android 10, Google restricts direct access to folders inside Android/Data, so a plain file manager is often not enough.
X-Plore File Manager
- Dual-pane layout ideal for copying packs
- Handles large .FMF files smoothly
- Free on Google Play
Shizuku
- Unlocks Android/Data access on Android 10+
- Runs via ADB or wireless debugging
- Required for most modern devices
Storage Space
- ~14 GB needed for Ultra Face Pack 7.0
- Extra room for logos and kits
- Fast extraction recommended
The Ultra Face Pack arrives as two password-protected RAR parts. Extract part one first, then part two—the result is a single face.FMF file. Never extract .FMF files themselves; copy them directly.
Step-by-Step Installation
Follow this order to avoid mistakes. Install the Running Fix first so names display correctly, then add the visual packs.
Download All Packs
Grab the Running Fix, both Ultra Face Pack 7.0 parts, the logo pack, and the kit compilation from the community blog linked in the video description. Note the passwords shown during the video—they are required for the face pack and logo pack archives.
Install the Running Fix
Copy changelist.txt into Android/data/com.netflix.ngp.footballmanagermobile/files. If a previous fix exists, choose overwrite—never keep two versions.
Install the Face Pack
Extract both RAR parts to produce face.FMF, then copy it into files/application_support/Sports Interactive/Football Manager Mobile.
Install Logos and Kits
Inside files/graphics (create the graphics folder yourself if it is missing), copy the logo pack and kit pack .FMF files. If upgrading from a previous game, delete old pack contents first but keep the folder itself.
First Launch and Verification
Start Football Manager 27 Mobile and let it pre-load—this can take several minutes and only happens once. Keep the screen awake (plugging in a charger helps). If logos or faces still do not appear, go to Settings > User Interface > Skin and select Reload Skin.
Open a test match and check Spain's divisions: crests, real faces, kits, and corrected names such as Deportivo de A Coruña should all display properly.
Troubleshooting Common Problems
Most installation failures come down to file placement, naming, or Android folder restrictions. Diagnose issues using this reference table:
| Problem | Likely Cause | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Names still generic | changelist.txt renamed to changelist(1).txt | Delete duplicates, keep exactly one changelist.txt |
| Faces not loading | face.FMF in the wrong folder | Move to application_support/Sports Interactive/Football Manager Mobile |
| No logos or kits | graphics folder missing or misplaced | Create files/graphics manually and re-copy .FMF packs |
| Cannot open Android/Data | Android 10+ restriction | Set up Shizuku and grant your file manager access |
| Long black screen on launch | First-time pre-loading | Keep screen on and wait; it only happens once |
| Assets missing after pre-load | Skin cache issue | Settings > User Interface > Skin > Reload Skin |
Closing the game or locking the screen during the first pre-load can interrupt file indexing. Let the device sit undisturbed until the main menu appears.
Installation Essentials:
- Install X-Plore and configure Shizuku access
- Copy changelist.txt with the exact filename
- Extract both face pack parts into a single face.FMF
- Create the graphics folder before copying logos and kits
- Allow full pre-loading on first launch without locking the screen
- Reload skin if any assets fail to appear
FAQ
Q: Can I get real faces, kits, and logos in Football Manager 27 Mobile without a PC?
Yes. The entire process—downloading, extracting, and copying packs—can be done on Android using X-Plore File Manager, with Shizuku handling Android 10+ folder restrictions.
Q: Why is the Ultra Face Pack split into two parts?
The pack totals roughly 14 GB, so it is divided into two RAR archives for easier downloading. Extract part one, then part two, and both merge into a single face.FMF file the game can read.
Q: Why does the game take so long to start after installing the packs?
The first launch after installation pre-loads all new files, which can take several minutes. This happens once per installation—the next launches load quickly. Keep the screen on and do not close the game.
Q: What should I do if logos and faces still do not appear after loading?
Go to Settings > User Interface and click Reload Skin under the skin options. This forces the game to re-index the graphics packs and usually resolves missing assets.