Hmm, I dont think so. I am quite new in this game, but I already play other games that are similar to this. In way of playing I mean. In point of friendly games is a must to have a pool for that, because it just wasting of time wriitting and searching for it when you can just put it in the pool and computer will solve the problem.
If , on other hand, someone wants to arrange a friendly in his way or with someone he has on his mind... he should do so.