: For example, if you use the "Expanded National Team Experience" addon in FIFER's mod, you must use a compatible squad file; otherwise, your save files may appear corrupted (though they are usually just incompatible with the active mod list). How to Install the Fixed Squad File
: These files are typically hosted on official community platforms like the FIFER Realism Mod Patreon or shared via the FIFER Discord Server.
: If a squad file won't load, check if you have specific addons like "Expanded National Teams" enabled. If you are trying to load an older save, you may need to disable that specific addon in the Mod Manager.
When you use a major realism mod, the game's internal database is heavily modified. If you attempt to use a standard squad file or a save game created without the mod's specific addons, the game may fail to load the data or crash.
: Ensure your game version (Title Update) matches the mod version. If the game has recently updated, you may need to wait for a "Hotfix" version of the mod and squad file. FIFER's FC25 Realism Mod 1.0 Beta 3 Released! - Patreon
: Move the downloaded squad file (usually named something like Squads[Date]... ) to your game's settings folder, typically found at: Documents \ FC 25 (or FIFA [Year]) \ settings
