Match Day II

About

Match Day II is a soccer simulation game that pits two teams of seven players against each other in a side-scrolling format. You control fielders and goalkeepers to maneuver the ball toward distant goals while defending your own. A power meter lets you adjust shot strength, and quick inputs let you execute headers, crosses, and kicks. The action feels responsive for its era, with visible crowd reactions and detailed player animations. Released in late 1987, it stood out as one of the more polished sports games for 8-bit systems. Running on platforms like the Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum, it offered single-player, co-op, and multiplayer modes. Fans of retro sports games often cite its tight controls and variety of moves as ahead of the curve for the time. The game remains a curiosity for collectors and proof of early soccer sim design.