Learning the new mechanics is probably the most important thing at the start of a new game, but afterwards you have to find the perfect formation that fits to your game style. Today we are going to introduce to you one of the possible meta formations in FC 24 - 4321, we show the best custom ta ctics and player instructions for 4-3-2-1 formation in EAFC 24.
FC 24 Best 4-3-2-1 Custom Tactics & Instructions - How to Play 4321 Meta Formation in FC 24
4321 is very versatile both in the offense and the defense. You have 3 central players who can show a promising dominance in the midfield, and a central striker who is supported by two side forwards. But the correct instructions you can create an incredible passing traffic on the other side there are a couple of strategies that you can use in the defense. You can domain in the same information and try to maintain the order in the center of the midfield with 3 players or you can shape-shift into 442 and have an overall balance defense both covering the wing inside.
Best Offensive 4321 Custom Tactics in FC 24
Defence
Defensive Style: Balanced
Width: 31
Depth: 60
Offence
Build Up Play: Balanced
Chance Creation: Direct Passing
Width: 50
Players in Box: 4
Corners: 1
Free Kicks: 1
Attacking 4321 Instructions
Central Mid Instructions
Attacking Support: Stay Back While Attacking
Supporot on Crosses: Balanced Crossing Runs
Interceptions: Normal Interceptions
Positioning Freedom: Stick to Position
Defensive Position: Cover Center
Striker Instructions
Support Runs: Stay Central
Attacking Runs: Mixed Attack
Interceptions: Normal Interceptions
Defensive Support: Basic Defence Support
Forward Instructions
Support Runs: Balanced Width
Attacking Runs: Get in Behind
Interceptions: Normal Interceptions
Defensive Support: Come Back on Defence
Center Back Instructions
Attacking Support: Stay Back While Attacking
Interceptions: Normal Interceptions
Defensive Position: Stick to Position
How to attack with 4321 lineup?
There are some priorities you need to have. First, the passing options in the center. Since we had three midfielders this center, make sure to find the open one to organize your attack. Short passing is a viable option for them and you will get the attention towards the center with their contribution. Secondly, the wing backs, we put them on balance for a reason, they make runs towards forward occasionally and create huge opportunities in wider spaces, sending three balls towards their running lanes, and you can use them as an extra attacking power. Since they are going forward, they also become a huge element of switching sides, that could possibly allow you to get out of pressure and build up into the open space. Using the flexibility gives to us we tend to start attacks from the center and watch the rounds of the wing backs, turning the attacks towards the side. Moving forward ICT opportunities, you either go explore the goal line or you cut back passable towards the center and work your way towards the middle. This heavily depends on the defensive tendency of your opponent but eventually you will figure it out.
Best Defensive 4321 Custom Tactics FC 24
Defence
Defensive Style: Balanced
Width: 30-35
Depth: 60-65
Offence
Build Up Play: Balanced
Chance Creation: Direct Passing
Width: 50
Players in Box: 4
Corners: 1
Free Kicks: 1
4-3-2-1 Defensive Player Instructions
Central Mid Instructions
Attacking Support: Balanced Attack
Supporot on Crosses: Balanced Crossing Runs
Interceptions: Normal Interceptions
Positioning Freedom: Stick to Position
Defensive Position: Cover Wing
Striker Instructions
Support Runs: Stay Central
Attacking Runs: Mixed Attack
Interceptions: Normal Interceptions
Defensive Support: Basic Defence Support
Forward Instructions
Support Runs: Balanced Width
Attacking Runs: Get in Behind
Interceptions: Normal Interceptions
Defensive Support: Come Back on Defence
Center Back Instructions
Attacking Support: Stay Back While Attacking
Interceptions: Normal Interceptions
Defensive Position: Stick to Position
How to defend with 4321 lineup?
Your side forwards are set to come back on defense to provide extra defensive support, your central CM is set to cover center, but the other two are on default which is to cover wing. This helps you cover the potential counter-attacking opportunities from the opponents. When you push your wing backs out of their position for an attack, your side CMS are going to be a bit spread towards side and you can fill the gaps easily. Once your team settles back to defense, your side forwards will come back and you will have all of your CMS in the center, creating a brick wall. With this, you close off your goal against unnecessary threats and you can easily switch from defense to offense and create deadly counter attacks.