Because FIFA 97 was designed for DOS and early Windows systems, modern players typically need an emulator like to get it running on Windows 10 or 11.

Descriptive play-by-play that added a layer of broadcast realism rarely seen at the time. Gameplay and Nostalgia

This post provides a look back at the classic football experience found in the Gold Edition of FIFA 97. Relive a Classic: FIFA 97 – Gold Edition