Modern PCs do not have CD drives, but you can still run the game by "mounting" its disc image. Why is championship manager 01/02 so popular?

This status facilitates a frictionless download culture. Unlike modern games protected by DRM (Digital Rights Management) and always-online requirements, CM 01/02 is easily portable. The file size—roughly 150MB to 300MB—makes it instantly shareable and playable on low-end laptops, work computers, and even mobile devices via emulation. The ease of the download process reinforces the behavior; it is a "snackable" piece of nostalgia that can be consumed instantly.

Because the game is freeware, you can download the full version from several reputable community-led sites: