“There Was a Problem with the Online Squad Check” – FIFA 23 Players Raise Alarm

In a recent turn of events, many FIFA 23 players have reported a recurring issue related to the game’s online squad check. Multiple players have found themselves unable to download squad updates, receiving the error message, “downloading squad updates has failed”. The current workarounds and solutions to similar problems in the past don’t seem to be applicable, adding to the frustration of the community.

The Issue at Hand

Countless players have taken to various platforms to voice their concerns about this sudden glitch. The widespread nature of the problem hints at a potential backend issue, as players have experienced the same error across different devices. One user humorously expressed their frustration by saying, “I’m getting FIFA rage without even playing.” Another said they were so exasperated that they were on the brink of deleting their entire PlayStation.

A Recurring Problem

What’s more perplexing is that some users have tried to troubleshoot the problem by referring to threads and solutions that date back 8 years. Despite these efforts, the solutions from the past do not appear to work, leading to heightened annoyance amongst the players.

The Community Reacts

FIFA 23’s glitch problem isn’t a new topic of discussion. Many fans have voiced their dissatisfaction with the game’s tendency to have issues. One user lamented, “This is the worst game I’ve ever played for glitches. Get a grip EA.” Another humorously mentioned their daily routine, stating, “Every night I tell my fiancé ‘I’m playing FIFA to take the edge off’, and now it won’t work.”

EA’s Response

When reaching out to EA’s Support for clarity on the issue, a user received the following response: “Alright, so I’m happy to tell you that you have absolutely nothing to worry about… the studio team is already aware of the issue and is working on a fix as we speak… there’s no time frame has been given by the game team but rest assured they will get the issue resolved as soon as the cause is determined by the team.”

Despite EA’s assurance, some players found the reply vague and not reassuring. The length of time the glitch has persisted, combined with the lack of a clear solution, has only added to the growing impatience of the community.

Conclusion

It is clear that the “There was a problem with the online squad check” glitch is causing significant disturbance among FIFA 23 players. While EA claims to be working on a solution, players eagerly await a patch or update that will address the issue. Until then, the FIFA community can only hope that the fix will come sooner rather than later.