Update Notes 0.71.4

by Elena Misko

Dear UFL Players,

A scheduled maintenance update will take place on March 5 from 07:00 to 10:00 UTC. The server will be unavailable during this period, and matches will be inaccessible starting from 06:40 UTC.
Please note that while the expected server reactivation time is 10:00 UTC, minor delays may occur. If the game is not accessible immediately, rest assured, it will be available shortly.

Gameplay

  • Passing:

    • Ground passes have been refined to improve their accuracy and consistency.

    • Pass reception animations have been updated.

    • Improved the responsiveness of lofted through passes.

  • Off-the-ball movement:

    • Improved the smoothness and accuracy of player movement when interacting with opponents.

    • Updated idle animations for players off the ball.

  • Goalkeeper:

    • Improved goalkeeper reactions to close-range shots and in one-on-one situations.

    • Refined goalkeeper movement.

  • Refined pass target selection in high-ping conditions.

  • Updated the visual indication of the Tracker skill activation — the icon will now disappear after a short time instead of remaining constantly visible when using Jockey in defense.

  • Fixes:

    • Fixed an issue where a powerful ground pass could travel past the intended recipient. 

    • Fixed several visual issues in dribbling animations.

    • Reduced the likelihood of overrunning the ball while dribbling. 

    • Fixed an issue where the ball would rebound too weakly off players.

AI Assist, Bot

  • Improved player selection and positioning when marking an opponent with the ball during fast attacks.

  • Improved positioning of the player who remains near midfield during an opponent’s free kick to support a potential quick counterattack.

  • Bot defensive behavior refined:

    • The frequency and effectiveness of movement-blocking mechanics have been revised across all difficulty levels.

    • Bot defensive behavior across all levels has been slightly adjusted to better match the expected level of play.

    • The frequency and effectiveness of bot player switching in defensive situations have been revised.

    • The system for selecting bot movement modes within defensive mechanics has been revised. 

  • Refined bot behavior during free kick routines.

  • Bot attacking behavior refined: 

    • The bot now assesses situations more effectively and selects better targets for crosses during wide set pieces.

    • The bot can now situationally use a wider variety of shots on goal. 

  • Fixes:

    • Fixed an issue where an attacking player could remain unmarked by defenders during a corner kick.

    • Fixed an issue where a player could incorrectly determine a marking target during a free kick.

    • Fixed an issue where a bot-controlled player could get stuck in one spot while defending.

    • Fixed incorrect player selection for defensive actions in most situations.

    • Fixed an issue where the bot could attempt a one-touch shot from a suboptimal position.

    • Fixed an issue with movement direction selection in certain bot defensive mechanics.

    • Fixed an issue where control would not switch away from the bot-controlled goalkeeper.

    • Fixed an issue where players under AI Assist mechanics would not make forward runs during bot-controlled free kicks.

    • Fixed an issue where the bot could play a free kick to a teammate positioned directly behind him.

    • Fixed an issue with bot player selection while the user’s goalkeeper is holding the ball.

    • Fixed pass-spamming between players on the Legendary difficulty level.

    • Fixed incorrect pass target selection at kickoff.

Divisions

  • Ranked season rewards will be distributed based on the final division at the end of the season.

  • All players will be reassigned based on their final rank from the previous season:

    • Bronze 1–3 → Bronze 3

    • Silver 1–6 → Silver 6

    • Gold 1–3 → Silver 3

    • Platinum 1–3 → Gold 3

    • Ruby 1–2 → Platinum 3

    • Diamond → Platinum 3

    • Premier → Ruby 2

  • Rewards for division promotion, as well as final season rewards, have been updated.

Goalmania Team Pass

Duration: March 5 – April 3, 2026
What to expect: Impressive new content, a new legendary footballer Ruud van Nistelrooy, exciting challenges, and rewards!

New content

  • Weekend pack — Football Sons (available March 7–10, 2026).

  • March Game Changers Pack 1 (available March 5–19, 2026).

Customization items:

  • adidas Copa Pro gloves MP 1 (BORN FOR GOALS)

  • Comma Football The Siu Kit

  • Comma Football The Siu Away Kit

  • Comma Football La Pulga Kit

  • Comma Football La Pulga Away Kit

  • Comma Football The Prince Kit

  • Comma Football The Prince Away Kit

  • Macron Propus Royal Blue/White Kit

  • Reusch Attrakt Gloves

Other

  • Transfer Market updates:

    • Basic versions of player cards are no longer available for purchase with CP.

    • The sale prices in CP and Particles for some Basic cards, as well as some Mastery 1, Mastery 2, and Mastery 3 cards, have been reduced.

    • The sale price of Legendary cards has been increased.

  • 389 new players have been added. (See list. The information will be updated shortly.)

  • 437 players have been removed, with compensation provided in CP/Particles. (See list.The information will be updated shortly.)

  • Progression in Squad League has been adjusted.

  • The contents and settings of packs available as rewards in the Showdown, Playoffs, and Squad League modes have been updated.

  • The contents and settings of packs available for CP and Particles have been updated.

  • Fixed a number of UI bugs and crashes.

  • Fixed a number of visual bugs.

  • Visual and sound effects have been updated.

UFL Community

Join the thriving UFL community on our official Discord server and across social media: X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Threads, TikTok.

Need help?

If you encounter technical issues when installing or playing UFL, our Support Portal is your go-to resource. You can report any problems directly on the main page by submitting a request.


See you on the pitch!

The UFL Team