Once the team stands, the game begins with the option to play either in real-time- or turn-based-mode. The turn-based-mode is very close to the table-top game with 8 rounds per half-time, turnover-events, and manual dice rolls. Although the real-time-mode also features dice rolls, they are done behind the players' backs and the outcome of each action is determined by one or more skill checks.
The game features several multiplayer-modes, including hot seat in which two players can play on one machine in turn-based-mode against each other, and worldwide open and private online-leagues for which the players are able to create up to 32 teams. The player can also buy players with different attributes and skills, close sponsor contracts to earn additional money, and decide how to influence the upcoming game by bribing the referee, buying potions for his team, and other illegal activities.