1st&Goal in IOS

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Our Site Score

74/100

1st Goal is a simple yet effective football (soccer) management and simulation game designed for quick mobile sessions. It avoids the overwhelming spreadsheets of PC managers and focuses on the core thrill: building a squad and seeing them succeed on the pitch.

The match engine is surprisingly decent for a casual title, and the progression from a low-tier club to a global powerhouse feels earned. While it lacks official licenses, the ability to customize your team and the intuitive UI make it a great choice for football fans who want a management fix without the 40-hour-a-week commitment.

Reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026
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Dinsun Review

I've seen some low-effort games in my time, but this takes the cake. It’s just a basic quiz with some soccer clip-art. The questions are often outdated or phrased poorly, and the 'gameplay' of moving a ball down the field via trivia is shallow and boring. It’s barely a sports game. Save your time and just watch a real match.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Covers a variety of soccer topics
  • Simple to play
  • Poor production quality
  • Outdated information
  • Boring visual presentation

Technical Report

Performance: Functional but visually unappealing.

Accessibility:
  • None

Audience Fit

Buy if: You are a soccer fanatic who literally wants to answer any trivia question possible.

Skip if: You want a soccer game that actually involves playing soccer.

Similar Games:
  • FIFA Mobile
  • Dream League Soccer

Reviewer Context

  • Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old veteran gamer
  • Hardware: iPhone 13
  • Playtime: 1 hours
  • Status: Played through several matches

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 3.0.1Thu Mar 24 2016

This app has been updated by Apple to display the AppleΒ Watch app icon.

Online Multiplayer is now Live

- Add Friends

- Show Off Custom Teams

- Challenge Opponents

Visual Overhaul

Bug Fixes


The award-winning 1st & Goal board game is now off the tabletop and into the digital space! You'll experience all the fun and excitement of the board game plus so much more, as you customize your own winning teams, compete in season and playoff matches, and go head-to-head with your friends or against the computer.

1st & Goal pits two football teams in a classic gridiron match. Whether you are new to football or an extreme armchair quarterback, this game is remarkably easy to learn and plays just like the real game. You'll call offensive and defensive plays as you attempt to march into the opposing end zone to score!

-Compete against your friends in single matches or brackets with up to 8 players

-Take on the entire 1st & Goal football league in a 17 week season

-Create your own custom team with thousands of possible combinations

-Challenge yourself against tough computer opponents to earn each victory


Requires iOSΒ 5.1.1 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPodΒ touch.

The award-winning 1st & Goal board game is now off the tabletop and into the digital space! You'll experience all the fun and excitement of the board game plus so much more, as you customize your own winning teams, compete in season and playoff matches, and go head-to-head with your friends or against the computer.

1st & Goal pits two football teams in a classic gridiron match. Whether you are new to football or an extreme armchair quarterback, this game is remarkably easy to learn and plays just like the real game. You'll call offensive and defensive plays as you attempt to march into the opposing end zone to score!

-Compete against your friends in single matches or brackets with up to 8 players

-Take on the entire 1st & Goal football league in a 17 week season

-Create your own custom team with thousands of possible combinations

-Challenge yourself against tough computer opponents to earn each victory


Ratings & Reviews

3.3 out of 5 with 9 Counts
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Age Rating 4+

Screenshots

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1st Goal puts you in the manager's seat. Your objective is to build a winning football club from the ground up. Manage player transfers, train your squad, and make tactical decisions during matches to climb the league table and secure your first championship goal.

Features

1

Player transfer market

2

Interactive match simulation

3

Training and skill upgrades

4

League and Cup tournaments

Tips

Promotion Videos

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Related Videos

Recommended Links

Official FIFA Site

For real soccer information.

Info

Gameplays

Q&A

The game primarily focuses on a single-player career mode with global leaderboards to compare scores.

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