For avid FIFA players, the journey through the divisions is a rollercoaster of highs and lows, victories and defeats. Yet, a persistent mystery continues to elude many: are promotion games intentionally more challenging than regular matches? The experience of one player, a seasoned Division 4 contender who took a brief hiatus and found themselves in Division 8 upon return, paints a compelling narrative of frustration and an apparent uphill battle during promotion attempts. Division 8, initially perceived as a breeze, presented no formidable obstacles for our player. However, the narrative takes a twist when the focus shifts to the elusive promotion games. An astonishing nine consecutive losses in promotion matches…