Cm 01 02 Patch 3.9.68 Best Players Review
While the established stars were expensive, the true joy of Championship Manager 01/02 was finding value. The game was famous for its "minus" potential ratings in the pre-game editor, which often translated to guaranteed world-class development.
1. Cherno Samba (Millwall) Perhaps the most famous wonderkid in the game's history. In real life, Samba struggled to make the jump to the top tier, but in the CM universe, he was the ultimate cheat code. Starting at Millwall as a teenager, his potential ability was fixed at the maximum level. Managers could sign him for a modest fee (if they were quick enough) and watch him blossom into a striker who could score 50 goals a season. He became a benchmark for the disparity between real-life football and the simulation.
2. Freddy Adu (DC United) Although he was very young and often didn't appear in the original database until user updates, Adu became synonymous with the "future god" archetype. In the 3.9.68 era, securing a young American talent was a rite of passage. His technical stats, combined with low stamina initially, required careful management, but once he hit 21, he was unstoppable.
3. Kim Källström (BK Häcken) Before he became a known entity in real life, Swedish midfielder Kim Källström was a hidden gem in the CM database. He could be plucked from Sweden for pennies and would immediately perform at a Champions League level. His left foot was a wand, delivering assists and spectacular long-range goals, making him a staple in any budget-conscious squad build.
The 3.9.68 match engine is notoriously brutal on goalkeepers. Here is the only rule: Buy for aerial ability. cm 01 02 patch 3.9.68 best players
Sign early, give game time, and these youngsters become world-class in 2–4 seasons.
(Loan where needed, rotate into cup games, and manage workload to maximize growth.)
The King of CM. Mark Kerr is not just a player; he is a religion. In patch 3.9.68, Kerr remains the most consistent, dominant central midfielder available for under £1 million. His attributes are perfectly balanced: high Work Rate, Determination, Passing, and Tackling. He will run for 90 minutes, dictate play, and chip in with 10-15 goals from midfield. He is a world-beater by age 24.
At the very top of the pyramid sat the players who required a transfer budget usually only available to the likes of Real Madrid, Juventus, or Inter Milan. These were the players whose in-game stats (attributes) made them almost cheating. While the established stars were expensive, the true
The ultimate prize was Ronaldo. In the 3.9.68 database, the Brazilian phenomenon was at his peak. With acceleration and pace that terrified virtual defenses, alongside world-class finishing, he was the striker every manager dreamed of. If you could pry him away from Inter Milan, you were guaranteed goals.
In midfield, the throne belonged to Francesco Totti. Deployed as an attacking midfielder or a deep-lying forward, Totti’s creativity and technique were unmatched. Similarly, Zinedine Zidane and Rui Costa offered a level of technical flair that made the "with ball" training schedules a joy to watch. However, for raw, explosive wing-play, few could compete with Gareth Barry—though he was a wonderkid in real life, in CM 01/02, his stats often made him an elite utility player early on—or the sheer speed of Javier Zanetti on the flank.
In the original game, Tsigalko was a ghost. In 3.9.68, his reputation has grown, but he is still obtainable for £1.5-£3 million. With 20 for Finishing, Pace, and Off the Ball, he is the perfect poacher. He will score 50+ goals a season in any top league. Note: His brother, Yuri Tsigalko, is also good but inferior.
These players are so broken they feel like cheat codes. If they have a release clause, pay it. If they don't, sell your stadium to afford them. (Loan where needed, rotate into cup games, and
1. Maxim Tsigalko (Dinamo Minsk) - ST The undisputed king. In 3.9.68, Tsigalko is slightly nerfed from his 3.9.60 incarnation (where he scored 100+ goals a season), but he is still a monster. With 20 for Finishing, Off the Ball, and Determination, he needs only half a chance. Play him as a lone striker or in a pair. He will break every goal record at your club.
2. Mark Kerr (Falkirk) - MC The Scottish metronome. Kerr is the engine of every great 3.9.68 team. He has 20 for Passing, Decisions, and Teamwork, but his secret weapon is his natural fitness. He plays 60 games a season at a 8.50 average rating. Sign him for £2M, captain him for a decade.
3. Taribo West (Free Agent) - DLC The cheat code of the backline. Available on a free transfer at the start of the game, West demands high wages, but he is worth every penny. He has 20 for Pace, Strength, and Positioning. He can single-handedly mark any striker out of the game, from Henrik Larsson to Ronaldo.
Knowing the best players is useless if your tactics are broken. For this patch: