4-2-4 Formation Tactics

Introduction

• New tactics for a 4-2-4 formation.
• Suitable for the entire game, not just the last 10 minutes.
• Comes with risks but aims for goals and fun.

Defensive Style

• Balanced style: More stable over 90 minutes.
• Depth: 50

Offensive Style

• Build-up play: Balanced
• Chance creation: Forward runs (counterattacking formation)
• Width: 45
• Players in Box: 5
• Corners and Free Kicks: 2 (Adjustable)

Player Instructions

Goalkeeper and Center-backs

• Default settings

Full-backs

• Balanced attack and overlap: Participate in attack.

Central Midfielders (CTMs)

• Stay back while attacking
• Cover center

Wingers (Right Wing & Left Wing)

• Get in behind
• Rest on default

Strikers

• Get in behind

Gameplay Examples

Offensive Play

1. High Press: Four attackers press and recover the ball; quick and decisive passes leading to a goal.
2. Counterattack: Recover the ball, quickly move it forward, and score.
3. Direct Play: Win ball back high, exploit forward runs, and score.
4. Overloading Defense: Dribble past one defender to overload opponent's defense, leading to a goal.

Defensive Play

1. High Press Defense: Press opponent high up the pitch, win the ball back, and counterattack.
2. Low Block Defense: Close spaces, run back with wingers/midfielders to trap opponent and recover the ball.
3. Defensive Switching: If press is beaten, switch to midfielders and cover spaces.
4. Anticipation: Anticipate opponent's dangerous passes and switch to appropriate defenders to cover.

Tips

• Run back midfielders: Important if initial press is beaten.
• Switch to defenders: Protect spaces when needed.
• High risks, high rewards: Take risks in attack for potential rewards.

Conclusion

• Fun and effective formation.
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