Find out which are the 5 best formations in FIFA 20! We have selected only those that are balanced and that can serve all styles of players and teams. You will certainly find the perfect scheme for your profile, whether it is more offensive or more focused on playing on the counterattack!
1. 4-2-3-1 (fechada)
This formation is usually among the best in FIFA. The main reason is that she adapts and transforms during the game. If you know how to create and customize tactics, then she's perfect! You have a game plan that can be used for both offense and defense.
For example, you can almost have a 4-2-4 when you're attacking, as the 3 guard midfielders advance and give great support to the centre-forward. When it comes to defending, however, you can have a very closed 4-5-1, which occupies all spaces on the field.
In this sense, this formation is very good for two strategies: ball possession and counterattack. With so many men in the midfield, you can either keep the ball under control, with pass changes, or you can invade the opponent's field on the run!
What to consider in this training?
Have guard socks with good breath. They will come back to help multiple times per match to help with defense, so they can't tire quickly. The midfielders need to have good passing and ball control. The lone striker needs to be fast, tough and have good body play.
Be prepared to make multiple substitutions throughout the game. That's why it's important to have a good reserve bank!
Some teams for this formation
- Juventus
- Real Madrid
- AC Milan
- International
2. 4-2-2-2
This has been FIFA's most balanced and even "standard" formation for years. Many beginner players use it because it is 50% defense and 50% offense. In the right measure, without taking risks. After all, there are 2 midfielders protecting the defense, which also link the game with the 4 offensive players of the team.
The most important players, however, are the midfielders. They will be the link between the midfielders and the attackers, so it is important that they have a lot of quality in passing and agility. Otherwise, it will be a game of Pinball: they will receive the ball from the defense and will lose it as soon as they dominate.
What to consider in this training?
The first to consider is player instructions. The midfielders may be instructed to cover the center of the field. This will leave the defenders and full-backs stuck in the back. If they are instructed to cover the sides, defenders advance, leaving plenty of room for opposing penetration.
Socks must ALWAYS have instruction for free movement of creation. And choose, if possible, so that at least one of them is really fast. That way you can create quick moves down the flanks or even attract the marking, leaving room for infiltrations down the center.
Some teams for this formation
- Bayern Munchen
- Borussia Dortmund
- Atletico Madrid
- Tottenham
3. 4-3-3 (defensive)
Another formation that is well balanced between defense and offense. With two good defensive midfielders and a central midfielder, you're unlikely to concede those silly goals that we all hate. However, you may not get the best offensive plays if you don't know how to use your middle men.
The ideal is to have a VERY quality MC, with guidance to maintain your position. Otherwise, you will have a formation with great defensive capabilities, but little presence in attack. And you certainly don't want that, do you?
Other than that, the wingers need to be Usain Bolt so fast, while the striker must be a finisher at the level of Ronaldo Phenomenon. There are a lot of pieces to fit together, but it will be worth it when the goals start to come.
What to consider in this training?
Don't send the attacker running behind the back. By the way, if you want to give him some instruction, tell him to pivot. As you "officially" have few offensive players, everyone has to participate in the offensive play.
As a tactic, it's worth using this formation as a counterattack. It can be really fulminating if the MC and attacking players are ideal.
Some teams for this formation
- Juventus
- Barcelona
- PSG
- Real Madrid
4. 3-5-2
We cannot leave out a defensive formation. Anyone who thinks that 3-5-2 values offensiveness is wrong. What matters here is not taking risks and keeping possession of the ball. So nothing better than 3 defenders and 2 midfielders, with 2 support wings.
But what about the attack? 1 midfielder and 2 strikers remain. Believe me: if you have the right tactics and instructions in place, you can engage your opponent in an unbeatable game. It's touch the ball, patience and seek the infiltration of the wingers.
Wings are the most important names here. They need to be very fast and tough. You'll use them like never before to defend and attack. We don't advise using them for counterattack, however. This formation tends to wear down defensive players quickly, so don't rush the game too much.
What to consider in this training?
The midfielder must be an excellent passer. De Bruyne, for example, or even Neymar and Messi are good names. It is he who will feed the wingers and forwards. Strikers, on the other hand, only have to worry about attacking, and they should be excellent finishers. The idea is to have little chance of scoring, but take advantage of all of them.
Also, guide them to always go behind the opposing line. With the right pass, friend, the chances of victory will be absurd!
Some teams for this formation
- Naples
- Arsenal
- Manchester United
5. 4-3-2-1
A formation for those who are not afraid of elastic scores. It's kill or be killed, right? And this scheme can make him a steamroller in attack, but at the risk of leaving the defense a little off guard. Risky, yes, but with the potential to score good goals.
This formation requires two forwards with a lot of speed and, if possible, dribbling. They are the ones who will terrorize the opposing team, always with depth, trying to play behind the back of the defense. In this specific formation, it is good that the wingers are focused only on offensive functions.
After all, you have 3 central midfielders that can play the steering wheel. What we indicate, however, is total pressure. Make these midfielders support the attack, arriving with 6 men in the opposing area.
What to consider in this training?
Make sure your full-backs and midfielders are fast and can handle most of the game. Especially if the opponent has fast players, even more so if they are wingers. It's very likely that it's a hit and miss, resulting in a match with more than 5 goals.
With that in mind, you'll have to play VERY cool. If you take a goal first, calm down: don't give up on the pressure strategy. Be aware, though, as ideally you try to kill games in the first 30 minutes. If it's online, you can make the opponent give up the match, which won't wear out your players.
Some teams for this formation
- PSG
- Barcelona
- Manchester City
- Liverpool
