Creating vs. Joining a League

The Short Answer: You either create a new league and invite friends to join, or you join an existing league using a League ID someone shared with you.

Two Paths Into a League

When you finish creating your account, you'll see a simple choice:

1. Create a League — You start a new league and become the League Admin
2. Join a League — You enter a League ID to join a league someone else created

Most managers join leagues with friends, coworkers, or online communities. The game is designed around private leagues where you know (or get to know) your competition.

Option 1: Create a League

Who Should Create a League?

Create a league if:

• You want to organize a league among your friend group
• You're willing to be the League Admin (commissioner)
• You have at least 2 other people ready to join (3-manager minimum)

How to Create a League

Step 1: Tap "Create a League"

From the "Do you have a league?" screen, select the create option.

Step 2: Name Your League

Enter a name for your league. This is what all managers will see.

Examples:

• "The Beautiful Game"
• "NYC Soccer Club"
• "Office FC"
• "College Roommates League"

Keep it clean — your leaguemates will see this all season.

Step 3: You're In

That's it. Your league is created, and you're automatically the League Admin.

You'll receive a League ID — a unique code that others use to join your league.

What You Get as League Admin

When you create a league, you become the League Admin with special responsibilities:

• Set the draft date and time
• Set the draft order
• Start the draft when everyone's ready
• Manage the league throughout the season

Your League ID

Every league has a unique League ID — a short code that looks something like:

482917

This is how other managers join your league. Share it with the people you want to play with.

Option 2: Join a League

Who Should Join a League?

Join a league if:

• Someone invited you to their league
• You have a League ID ready to enter
• You want to play but don't want to be the Admin

How to Join a League

Step 1: Get the League ID

The League Admin (or any existing member) will share the League ID with you. It might come via text message, group chat, email, social media DM, or in person.

Step 2: Tap "Join a League"

From the "Do you have a league?" screen, select the join option.

Step 3: Enter the League ID

Type in the League ID exactly as it was shared with you.

Step 4: You're In

If the League ID is valid, you'll be added to the league immediately. You'll see the league name and any other managers who have already joined.

What If the League ID Doesn't Work?

If you get an error:

• Double-check the code. Make sure you entered it exactly right — no extra spaces, correct numbers.
• Ask the Admin. They can confirm the correct League ID from their app.
• Check if the league is full. Leagues have a maximum of 12 managers. If it's full, you can't join.

Inviting Friends to Your League

How to Invite

Option 1: Share the League ID directly

Just send the League ID code to your friends via text, group chat, email, whatever. They enter it in the app to join.

Option 2: Use the Invite Friends button

The app has an "Invite Friends" button that opens your phone's native share sheet. This sends a pre-written message with your League ID and a link to download the app.

What to Tell Your Friends

When inviting friends, let them know:

1. Download the app (if they haven't already)
2. Create an account with their email
3. Use this League ID: [your code]
4. Be available for the draft on [date/time]

League Size

Minimum: 3 Managers

You need at least 3 managers to run a league. With 98 teams available and 10 teams per roster, 3 managers means 30 teams drafted — leaving 68 undrafted.

Maximum: 12 Managers

Leagues cap at 12 managers. With 12 managers drafting 10 teams each, that's 120 picks — but there are only 98 teams, so draft strategy becomes critical in larger leagues.

Recommended: 4-8 Managers

Before the Draft

Once your league has enough managers, the League Admin needs to:

1. Set the draft order — Decide who picks first, second, etc.
2. Schedule the draft — Pick a date and time when everyone can attend
3. Notify the league — Make sure everyone knows when to show up

As a regular manager (non-Admin), your job is to:

1. Confirm you can attend the scheduled draft time
2. Do your research on teams before the draft
3. Show up ready to pick

See The Draft Explained for everything you need to know about draft day.

Can I Be in Multiple Leagues?

Yes. You can create or join multiple leagues with the same account.

Each league is completely separate — separate roster, separate draft, separate standings, separate competition.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I join a league after the draft?

No. All managers must be in the league before the draft begins. Once the draft starts, the league is locked.

What if I don't know anyone playing Fantasy Fútbol?

A few options:

1. Recruit your friends. Send them the app link and sell them on the game.
2. Join our Discord. We have a community where solo managers can find leagues looking for members.
3. Check Reddit. The r/fantasyfutbol subreddit has league recruitment threads.

What's the difference between League Admin and regular manager?

The Admin has a few extra controls, but gameplay is identical.

See Also

• The Draft Explained — What happens once your league is set up
• How Fantasy Fútbol Works — Game overview for new managers
• Starting 5 vs. Bench — What to do after you've drafted