In EA Sports FC 24 the player's skill is important, but without the right training you won't get very far. In this guide we will explain what, in our opinion, the Better modules and custom tactics for your teams, especially for Ultimate Team.
To build the perfect team and decide which signings to make, the first step is to establish which game module and which strategies are right for you. Once done, it will certainly be easier to understand the possible gaps in our squad, how to strengthen it and which players could improve our performance in the match.
Below we have listed some of the best formations with annexes custom parameters and instructions to give to players which you can use as a base. In fact, it is very important to experiment with various configurations firsthand, in order to find the right balance.
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4-2-3-1
The 4-2-3-1 was one of the most used formations in previous FIFA games and is still an excellent choice also in EA Sports FC 24. It is a balanced formation, compact in the defensive phases thanks to the two midfielders in front of the defense and which can give rise to dangerous counterattacks. In attack, however, we have a trio of advanced midfielders to support the lone striker.
Furthermore, this is an excellent module to use in the final stages of a match to ensure victory in case of an advantage (in this case lower the depth to a value of 35 - 40). If you prefer a greater push on the bands you can also opt for the wide variant.
Customized tactics
DEFENSE
- Defense Style: Balanced
- Team Size: 40
- Depth: 55
OFFENSE
- Construction Maneuver: Balanced
- Chance Creation: Direct Passes
- Amplitude: 60
- Players in the area: 5
- Corners: 3
- Punishments: 3
Instructions by role
- DC: stay behind in attack, normal interceptions, stay in position
- TS/TD: stay behind in attack, normal interceptions, mixed attack, stay in position
- CDC: Balanced defense, stay behind in attack, normal interceptions, cover in the center, stay in position
- COC: stay forward, enter the area for the cross, vary, normal interceptions
- ATT: stay central, get in behind, normal interceptions, fall back into defence
4-3-2-1
The 4-3-2-1 is one of the most used formations also by competitive players at high levels and very aggressive thanks to the presence of three attackers, who if used well can undermine even the most experienced defences. However, everything passes through the midfield, where you will need versatile all-rounders capable of setting up the action, supporting the offensive maneuver and lending a hand in defence.
Customized tactics
DEFENSE
- Defense Style: Balanced
- Team Size: 45
- Depth: 60
OFFENSE
- Construction Maneuver: Balanced
- Chance Creation: Direct passes
- Amplitude: 45
- Players in the area: 5
- Corners: 3
- Punishments: 3
Instructions by role
- DC: stay behind in attack, normal interceptions, stay in position
- TS: Balanced attack, normal interceptions, mixed attack, stay in position
- TD: stay behind in attack, normal interceptions, mixed attack, stay in position
- CM: balanced attack (say "stay behind in attack" to the central CM), balanced insertion for crosses, normal interceptions, central coverage, stay in position
- AT: stay central, mixed attack / insert yourself from behind, normal interceptions, basic defense support (give one of the two ATs "return to defense" for greater solidity in the defensive phase)
- ATT: stay central, mixed attack / get in behind, normal interceptions, basic defense support
4-1-2-1-2 (stretto)
This diamond variant of the 4-4-2 allows you to control the game and exploit the verticalisations of the two central midfielders and the attacking midfielder towards the two strikers to put the opponents in difficulty. The midfielder in this case is the fulcrum of the team who acts both as a support to the defense and as a director for the construction of offensive maneuvers.
On the other hand, this formation requires very offensive full-backs to widen the play and provide crosses to the two attackers, with the risk of leaving the flanks further exposed to the opposing attack.
Customized tactics
DEFENSE
- Defense Style: Balanced
- Team Size: 40
- Depth: 55
OFFENSE
- Construction Maneuver: Balanced
- Chance Creation: Direct passes
- Amplitude: 40
- Players in the area: 4
- Corners: 3
- Punishments: 3
Instructions by role
- DC: stay behind in attack, normal interceptions, stay in position
- TS: Balanced attack, normal interceptions, mixed attack, stay in position
- TD: stay behind in attack, normal interceptions, mixed attack, stay in position
- CDC: Balanced defense, stay behind in attack, normal interceptions, cover in the center, stay in position
- CM: balanced attack, balanced crossing insertion, normal interceptions, stay in position, cover in the centre
- COC: returns to defence, balanced insertion for crosses, stays in position, normal interceptions
- ATT: stay central, mixed attack, normal interceptions, basic defense support
3-4-2-1
The 3-4-2-1 is a formation that offers good defensive coverage, with the two wingers returning to shuttle between defense and attack (and here you need players with great resistance and decent speed), a good density of play at the center and two playmakers behind the striker who can create numerous scoring opportunities.
Customized tactics
DEFENSE
- Defense Style: Balanced
- Team Size: 40
- Depth: 55
OFFENSE
- Construction Maneuver: Balanced
- Chance Creation: Direct passes
- Amplitude: 45
- Players in the area: 5
- Corners: 3
- Punishments: 3
Instructions by role
- DC: stay behind in attack, normal interceptions, stay in position
- CM: balanced attack (give one of the two central CMs "stay behind in attack"), balanced insertion for crosses, normal interceptions, central coverage, stay in position
- ED/ES: returns to defence, plays wide, balanced support, balanced insertion for crosses, normal interceptions
- AT: stay central, mixed attack, normal interceptions, basic defense support
- ATT: stay central, mixed attack, normal interceptions, basic defense support
4-4-2
In our list of the best modules for EA Sports FC 24 obviously the classic 4-4-2 could not be missing, a solid and balanced formation, as well as an excellent starting point if you are a novice player in Ultimate Team.
Customized tactics
DEFENSE
- Defense Style: Balanced
- Team Size: 40
- Depth: 55
OFFENSE
- Construction Maneuver: Balanced
- Chance Creation: Direct passes
- Amplitude: 55
- Players in the area: 6
- Corners: 3
- Punishments: 3
Instructions by role
- DC: stay behind in attack, normal interceptions, stay in position
- TS: stay behind in attack, normal interceptions, mixed attack, stay in position
- TD: stay behind in attack, normal interceptions, mixed attack, stay in position
- CM: (give one of the two midfielders "stay back in attack" and the other "balanced attack"), balanced insertion for crosses, normal interceptions, central coverage, stay in position
- ED/ES: support in basic defense, balanced width, insert from behind, balanced insertion for crosses, normal interceptions
- ATT: stay central, mixed attack, normal interceptions, basic defense support
