While a new skin and lay-out makes it easier to navigate for players, the addition of a reserve squad doubles the amount of squad members players can use. The player can now also customise their tactics and share them with their friends. The match engine has been optimised as well, meaning the player will spend more time playing and less time waiting.

While Football Manager Handheld 2008's new skin and lay-out makes it easier to navigate for Football Manager players, the addition of a reserve squad in Football Manager Handheld 2008 doubles the amount of squad members players can use. The player can now also customise their tactics and share them with their friends. Football Manager Handheld 2008's match engine has been optimised as well, meaning Football Manager Handheld 2008 players will spend more time playing and less time waiting.