How This Works – Foundations League Explained in Detail

Alright, sit back, relax, grab a coffee or whatever makes you comfortable, because we're about to dive into how the Foundations League works. Trust me, it's not as complicated as it may sound at first, so let me walk you through it step-by-step.

The League Structure: What’s the Deal?

When you first look at the Foundations League, you’ll notice there’s 1 league winner and 5 playoff spots. Sounds a bit like the official league, right? Well, it’s similar, but there are a few key differences that make this league unique and exciting.

The Winner of the Foundations League:
The winner of the Foundations League will advance straight into the main league. That’s right! They get the ultimate prize and move up to the higher ranks. It’s a huge reward for finishing at the top.

The Playoff Spots (2nd to 5th):
The teams that finish in 2nd to 5th place will have to compete in one-legged playoff rounds. In each round, the teams will play 1 match. The team that wins the match will advance to the main league. This gives more teams a shot at promotion and keeps the competition fierce.

The 3rd Spot:
Here’s the thing about the main league: there are 3 relegation spots at the end of the season. This means that each season, 3 teams will be dropped down from the main league and will have to play in the Foundations League the following season. To keep things fresh, Ryan will introduce a new team into the Foundations League. So every season, there will be new teams coming in, giving the league that feeling of constant change and excitement!

Relegation and Team Execution: What Happens if You Fall Down?

Now, you might be asking: what happens if a team gets relegated from the main league and ends up in the Foundations League? Well, here’s how it works:

Relegation from the Main League to the Foundations League:
If a team is relegated from the main league, they will drop down to the Foundations League. This is pretty standard in football leagues, but here’s the catch: if that team then finishes at the bottom of the Foundations League, their team will be eliminated from the league. But don’t worry, this isn’t as harsh as it sounds—it’s just part of the game and helps keep things fair for everyone involved.

What Happens if You’re Subscribed to Twitch?
If you’re subscribed to Twitch, don’t panic! Even if your team finishes at the bottom of the Foundations League and gets eliminated, you’ll be able to join the league again the next season. So, as long as you’re a loyal supporter with a Twitch subscription, you’ll get a second chance to play next season!

What Do Foundations League Teams Not Get?

Now, you may wonder: Why do Foundations League teams have all these features and promotions but don’t get the same perks as the main league?

The simple answer is: they don’t have budgets, and that means they can’t do a lot of things the teams in the main league can do. Let me explain what Foundations League teams cannot have:

No Budgets: Teams in the Foundations League don’t get the kind of financial backing that teams in the main league enjoy. This means they cannot buy players or make big roster changes.

No Social Media Pages: Unlike the main league teams, the Foundations League teams do not have their own social media pages to promote themselves.

No Rivalries: There will be no official rivalries for Foundations League teams. Rivalries are an important part of the main league, but they’re not something Foundations League teams get to enjoy.

No Pre-Season Tournaments: Foundations League teams are not allowed to participate in pre-season tournaments unless they’ve met specific goals outlined on the main website. These goals are set to make sure teams are ready and competitive.

However, there are a few perks, such as:

No Injuries or Suspensions: Foundations League teams don’t have to worry about things like injuries, suspensions, fines, or anything like that. They’re free from these troubles, which means they can focus purely on the game without worrying about the usual player problems teams face.

Simulating Matches Without Full Teams: How Does That Work?

So, you’re probably wondering: How do we simulate games if teams don’t have full lineups? It’s a valid question, and here’s how we do it:

Using the App Winner Pro:
We use a special app called Winner Pro that lets us simulate matches without needing an actual match with 11 players. Instead, all it takes is a quick click of a button, and the game is simulated based on the outcome of the match—there’s no luck involved. It’s just based on who wins the match.

Stream Structure:
Each stream will cover 3 weeks of games. So by the end of each stream, every team will have played 3 games. This system makes sure that all teams are equally represented, and the season progresses at a good pace.

When Does the Season End?
If everything is done correctly, the season will finish a week or a couple of days before the main league starts. This ensures that everything stays aligned, and the transition into the main league feels seamless.

How This Works – Foundations League Explained in Detail

Alright, sit back, relax, grab a coffee or whatever makes you comfortable, because we're about to dive into how the Foundations League works. Trust me, it's not as complicated as it may sound at first, so let me walk you through it step-by-step.

The League Structure: What’s the Deal?

When you first look at the Foundations League, you’ll notice there’s 1 league winner and 5 playoff spots. Sounds a bit like the official league, right? Well, it’s similar, but there are a few key differences that make this league unique and exciting.

The Winner of the Foundations League:
The winner of the Foundations League will advance straight into the main league. That’s right! They get the ultimate prize and move up to the higher ranks. It’s a huge reward for finishing at the top.

The Playoff Spots (2nd to 5th):

The teams that finish in 2nd to 5th place will have to compete in one-legged playoff rounds. In each round, the teams will play 1 match. The team that wins the match will advance to the main league. This gives more teams a shot at promotion and keeps the competition fierce.

The 3rd Spot:

Relegation and Team Execution: What Happens if You Fall Down?

Now, you might be asking: what happens if a team gets relegated from the main league and ends up in the Foundations League? Well, here’s how it works:

Relegation from the Main League to the Foundations League:

What Happens if You’re Subscribed to Twitch?

What Do Foundations League Teams Not Get?

Now, you may wonder: Why do Foundations League teams have all these features and promotions but don’t get the same perks as the main league?

The simple answer is: they don’t have budgets, and that means they can’t do a lot of things the teams in the main league can do. Let me explain what Foundations League teams cannot have:

No Budgets: Teams in the Foundations League don’t get the kind of financial backing that teams in the main league enjoy. This means they cannot buy players or make big roster changes.

No Social Media Pages: Unlike the main league teams, the Foundations League teams do not have their own social media pages to promote themselves.

No Rivalries: There will be no official rivalries for Foundations League teams. Rivalries are an important part of the main league, but they’re not something Foundations League teams get to enjoy.

No Pre-Season Tournaments: Foundations League teams are not allowed to participate in pre-season tournaments unless they’ve met specific goals outlined on the main website. These goals are set to make sure teams are ready and competitive.

However, there are a few perks, such as:

No Injuries or Suspensions: Foundations League teams don’t have to worry about things like injuries, suspensions, fines, or anything like that. They’re free from these troubles, which means they can focus purely on the game without worrying about the usual player problems teams face.

Simulating Matches Without Full Teams: How Does That Work?

So, you’re probably wondering: How do we simulate games if teams don’t have full lineups? It’s a valid question, and here’s how we do it:

Stream Structure:
Each stream will cover 3 weeks of games. So by the end of each stream, every team will have played 3 games. This system makes sure that all teams are equally represented, and the season progresses at a good pace.

When Does the Season End?
If everything is done correctly, the season will finish a week or a couple of days before the main league starts. This ensures that everything stays aligned, and the transition into the main league feels seamless.

How This Works – Foundations League Explained in Detail

Alright, sit back, relax, grab a coffee or whatever makes you comfortable, because we're about to dive into how the Foundations League works. Trust me, it's not as complicated as it may sound at first, so let me walk you through it step-by-step.

The League Structure: What’s the Deal?

When you first look at the Foundations League, you’ll notice there’s 1 league winner and 5 playoff spots. Sounds a bit like the official league, right? Well, it’s similar, but there are a few key differences that make this league unique and exciting.

The Winner of the Foundations League:The winner of the Foundations League will advance straight into the main league. That’s right! They get the ultimate prize and move up to the higher ranks. It’s a huge reward for finishing at the top.

The Playoff Spots (2nd to 5th):

The teams that finish in 2nd to 5th place will have to compete in one-legged playoff rounds. In each round, the teams will play 1 match. The team that wins the match will advance to the main league. This gives more teams a shot at promotion and keeps the competition fierce.

The 3rd Spot:

Relegation and Team Execution: What Happens if You Fall Down?

Now, you might be asking: what happens if a team gets relegated from the main league and ends up in the Foundations League? Well, here’s how it works:

Relegation from the Main League to the Foundations League:

What Happens if You’re Subscribed to Twitch?

What Do Foundations League Teams Not Get?

Now, you may wonder: Why do Foundations League teams have all these features and promotions but don’t get the same perks as the main league?

The simple answer is: they don’t have budgets, and that means they can’t do a lot of things the teams in the main league can do. Let me explain what Foundations League teams cannot have:

No Budgets: Teams in the Foundations League don’t get the kind of financial backing that teams in the main league enjoy. This means they cannot buy players or make big roster changes.

No Social Media Pages: Unlike the main league teams, the Foundations League teams do not have their own social media pages to promote themselves.

No Rivalries: There will be no official rivalries for Foundations League teams. Rivalries are an important part of the main league, but they’re not something Foundations League teams get to enjoy.

No Pre-Season Tournaments: Foundations League teams are not allowed to participate in pre-season tournaments unless they’ve met specific goals outlined on the main website. These goals are set to make sure teams are ready and competitive.

However, there are a few perks, such as:

No Injuries or Suspensions: Foundations League teams don’t have to worry about things like injuries, suspensions, fines, or anything like that. They’re free from these troubles, which means they can focus purely on the game without worrying about the usual player problems teams face.

Simulating Matches Without Full Teams: How Does That Work?

So, you’re probably wondering: How do we simulate games if teams don’t have full lineups? It’s a valid question, and here’s how we do it:

Stream Structure:Each stream will cover 3 weeks of games. So by the end of each stream, every team will have played 3 games. This system makes sure that all teams are equally represented, and the season progresses at a good pace.

When Does the Season End?If everything is done correctly, the season will finish a week or a couple of days before the main league starts. This ensures that everything stays aligned, and the transition into the main league feels seamless.

The Winner of the Foundations League:
The winner of the Foundations League will advance straight into the main league. That’s right! They get the ultimate prize and move up to the higher ranks. It’s a huge reward for finishing at the top.

Stream Structure:
Each stream will cover 3 weeks of games. So by the end of each stream, every team will have played 3 games. This system makes sure that all teams are equally represented, and the season progresses at a good pace.

When Does the Season End?
If everything is done correctly, the season will finish a week or a couple of days before the main league starts. This ensures that everything stays aligned, and the transition into the main league feels seamless.