Yup, I also heard that despite being licensed, both Anfield and Old Trafford won't be in the game. It's really starting to make me sick, Konami's lack of development. Doesn't FIFA have stadiums built for every EPL team and have 60+ stadiums ? Why can't Konami ? Even if they're called "Red Cauldren" and "Trad Bricks" etc. We had Old Trafford, Anfield and other stadiums years ago on PS2 versions, so why can't we have these on the Xbox 360 and PS3 consoles. Konami's time is drawing nearer I believe. An accummulation of fails, errors, lack of money and licenses, and ultimately, lack of enjoyment will mean PES will die soon.
I'm also wondering Why Konami allows this to happen.. I mean, it's been said that they won't even have fully edited Spanish Clubs this year -and- NO EPL and NO La Liga is a little out of hand. Maybe the Unlicensed EPL and the lack of Bundesliga where Acceptable -but- having Unlicensed EPL and La Liga + No Bundesliga??
If that's the case, then FIFA will No Doubt run all over PES market-wise.. it's very unfortunate that EA Sports is buying all the Licenses. I personally see it as a Cheap Shot, because FIFA certainly doesn't needs any more Licenses..
Fucking hate FIFA and their attitude; FIFA World Cup games, FIFA arcade game, UEFA Champions League game, and all the Licenses they can get their hands on, etc, etc.. they don't even bother about releasing a proper Football game.
Konami could do with the UEFA Champions League License right about now, but I suppose FIFA will also end up owning the CL License.
Anyways, I think that Konami MUST make an Online Mode with NO restrictions; you can use Any Edited Team, any Edited Player -without- having to worry about Default Settings.
That would be a good Alternative to the lack of Licenses, as it sucks using a cheap looking Chelsea or Arsenal during Online Play. This way, we could play with edited versions of Chelsea, Arsenal, or Any Team..
Future looks bleak for the PES series as Online Play is becoming more of a Priority by the day, and of course, Fans will want to play with a good looking Chelsea side when they play Online. Konami must do something about this Huge Issue.