Question 1

What is Gaffer XI?

Accepted Answer

Gaffer XI is a free browser football draft game. You pick a formation and draft your dream XI one player at a time from the greatest sides in football history — clubs, countries and eras all mixed — then play a league, cup or World Cup for the trophies.

Question 2

Is Gaffer XI free to play?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Gaffer XI is completely free to play in your browser at gafferxi.app, with no download or sign-up required.

Question 3

What game modes does Gaffer XI have?

Accepted Answer

Gaffer XI has a League, a Cup and a World Cup (every tournament from 1998 to 2026, plus an all-time mixed mode), and Money Mode — a budget squad-builder where you buy an XI from a priced market and take on rival managers. Finished runs are ranked on a live Hall of Fame.

Question 4

Which languages does Gaffer XI support?

Accepted Answer

Gaffer XI is available in English, Dutch and German.

Question 5

Do I need to download anything or create an account?

Accepted Answer

No. Gaffer XI runs entirely in the browser — no download, no install and no account needed to play.