Nofil KhanOne of the most frequently used formation by players who prefer to play driven, central football is the 4-1-2-1-2(2) or the 4-1-2-1-2 Narrow formation in FC 24. With a congested midfield you can overrun your opposition with passing options while maintaining defensive stability.
Let's take a look at the best meta 4-1-2-1-2(2) Custom Tactics in FC 24 right now:
41212(2) Custom Tactics:
Defensive Style: Balanced
Defensive Width: 40
Depth: 65
Build Up Play: Balanced
Chance Creation: Direct Passing
Attacking Width: 40
Players In Box: 6
Corners: 2
Free Kicks: 2
41212(2) Player Instructions
GK: Default
RB: Stay Back While Attacking, Overlap
CB: Default
LB: Overlap, Step Up
CDM: Stay Back While Attacking, Cover Center
RCM: Default
LCM: Stay Back While Attacking, Cover Center
CAM: Come Back On Defence
RST/LST: Stay Central, Get In Behind
You can choose which fullback you want to attack with, just flip the instructions on the RB/LB to do so.
How to Attack with the 41212(2)
This tactic shines as a beacon for those who love quick, decisive passing and a Tiki Taka style of play. Press the X | A button as many times as you can when building up the play, the players are set up in a way that you should always have an option when going through the middle. Avoid dribbling too much, rely on the extra pass and the open man and you should be able to create a lot of high percentage scoring chances inside the box with this. With one overlapping fullback always available you should have an option to quickly switch play out wide to confuse defenders and put a cross in or find a quick cutback as well. Transitions work well here as you always have at least three players trying to run in behind.
How to Defend with the 41212(2)
The 4-1-2-1-2(2) works well in defence as it allows the CAM to drift into a wide position when defending, creating a classic 4-4-2 shape, the RCM pushing out wide to form the two banks of four that is the most stable defensive structure in game. Focus on maintaining the shape and absorbing opposition pressure on the wings, try not to press high up as you will be vulnerable on the wings, wait to intercept a pass or block a driving dribble to set up transition or start the build up, patience is the key to defending with this shape as your wings are left a little exposed.
Meta 41212(2) Tactic Team
Here is a good option to try out the 41212(2) tactics with a meta team.
Recommended PlayStyles for 41212(2) Tactics in FC 24
GK: Footwork, Quick Reflexes
Defensive RB: Jockey, Anticipate
Meta CBs: Anticipate, Aerial
Attacking LB: Whipped Pass, Anticipate
CDM: Tiki Taka, Intercept
Stay Back LCM: Relentless, Long Ball Pass
Wide RCM: Pinged Pass, Technical
CAM: Finesse Shot, Incisive Pass
ST: Incisive Pass, Tiki Taka
Is the 41212(2) the best tactic in EA FC 24?
While the meta in EA FC 24 leans towards wing play having a narrow formation like the 4-1-2-1-2(2) is very effective and meta in it's own way. The way it allows you to break down opponents with great passing moves while also offering the 4-4-2 structure and stability in defence makes it a strike a balance between fun and effective in game.
What is your favourite Custom Tactics to use in FC 24? Let us know below!