Do you want to know which one is the best formation to bring more success to your FUT 14 club ? If so, you need to read this FIFA 14 Ultimate Team Formations Guide.
Even if you have made that decision, be sure to read this article. You will find that the options are many and there is always room for improvement.
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How to Choose the Right FIFA 14 Ultimate Team Formation for your Club
Before even starting to sign players, you should start by setting the formation that will implement on your squad. If you leave the decision for later, you will not equip your squad with players who really need and you will be penalized in the individual and squad chemistry. You can solve the problem by buying new players and, in certain cases, positioning cards but the investment will be very high.
There is not a better formation than other. All of them have strong and weak points. You should decide which one is better to you.
The most common question is: How do I decide the formation that I’ll use ?
There is no one exact answer, but you should consider a few factors:
- What is your play style ?
Do you often attack by the wings ? Do you enjoy possession ? Do you have a patient style ? Do you often play in counter-attack ?
- With which formation you are most familiar and which ones you like most ?
There is any formation that let’s you more comfortable ? Did you have better results with some formation ?
- Into which formations the players that you think are essential fit ?
The attributes and skills of your essential players can be better used in some of the formations?
- What are the formations best suited to the goals you set for your FUT 14 clubs?
Do you want to try to win all the matches even taking risks or do you will be happy even not winning all the matches ?
The twenty five FIFA 14 Ultimate Team Formations
There are 9 new formations in FIFA 14 Ultimate Team.
For each formation we will explain how it works and will bring you the main advantages, disadvantages and which popular clubs use it. But there’s more! We will suggest, for each position the work rates and attributes that we think are more important.
Click over the formation to learn more about it.
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3-4-1-2
3-4-2-1
3-4-3
3-5-2
4-1-2-1-2
4-1-2-1-2 (2)
4-1-4-1
4-2-2-2
4-2-3-1
4-2-3-1 (2)
4-3-1-2
4-3-2-1
4-3-3
4-3-3 (2)
4-3-3 (3)
4-3-3 (4)
4-3-3 (5)
4-4-1-1
4-4-2
4-4-2 (2)
4-5-1
4-5-1 (2)
5-2-1-2
5-2-2-1
5-3-2
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3-4-1-2
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: –
One of the less popular formation. The key element of this squad is the CF. You should invest some coins on a really good player for this position.
Very attacking formation.
Defensively weak and susceptible to dangerous counter-attacks.
Needs pacy defenders and wingers with a medium defensive work rate.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 3-4-1-2 TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATT | DEF | |||
| CB R | Low | High | Pace | Defending |
| CB C | Medium | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Low | High | Pace | Defending |
| CM R | Medium | Medium | Passing | Defending |
| CM L | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| RM | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| LM | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| CF | Medium | Medium | Passing | Shooting |
| ST R | High | Medium | Heading | Shooting |
| ST L | Medium | Low | Shooting | Pace |
3-4-2-1
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: Napoles, Fiorentina.
Similar to the 3-4-1-2 formation, with a change to the forward players. Even less popular than the previous one.
Very attacking formation with three players right in front.
Defensively weak and susceptible to dangerous counter-attacks.
Needs fast defenders and wingers with a medium defensive work rate.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 3-4-2-1 TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATT | DEF | |||
| CB R | Low | High | Pace | Defending |
| CB C | Medium | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Low | High | Pace | Defending |
| CM R | Medium | Medium | Passing | Defending |
| CM L | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| RM | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| LM | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| RF | High | Medium | Pace | Shooting |
| LF | High | Medium | Pace | Shooting |
| ST | High | Low | Shooting | Passing |
3-4-3
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: Wigan.
Similar to 3-4-2-1, with the change of forwards to wingers.
Attacking formation.
It offers plenty of width in attack which makes it suitable for those who love crossing.
Defensively weak and susceptible to dangerous counter-attacks.
Needs fast defenders and wingers with a medium defensive work rate.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 3-4-3 TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATT | DEF | |||
| CB R | Low | High | Pace | Defending |
| CB C | Medium | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Low | High | Pace | Defending |
| CM R | Medium | Medium | Passing | Defending |
| CM L | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| RM | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| LM | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| RW | High | Medium | Pace | Passing |
| LW | High | Medium | Pace | Passing |
| ST | High | Low | Shooting | Heading |
3-5-2
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: Juventus, Brescia, Pádova.
One of the most solid formations. The key element of this squad is the CAM. You should invest some coins on a really good player for this position.
Very compact formation that provides 5 or even 7 elements to defend when you need to hold on a result.
Suitable for those who like to dominating.
The RM and LM need to have winger attributes but also medium defensive work rate.
Inadequate if the opponent plays with fast wingers.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 3-5-2 TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATT | DEF | |||
| CB R | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| CB C | Medium | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| CDM R | Medium | High | Passing | Defending |
| CDM L | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| RM | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| LM | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| CAM | Medium | Medium | Passing | Vision |
| ST R | High | Medium | Heading | Shooting |
| ST L | Medium | Low | Shooting | Pace |
4-1-2-1-2
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: AC Milan, SL Benfica, Galatasaray, DC United, Columbus Crew.
The most popular of all FUT 14 formations. Widely used in real football, this formation in diamond shape has the CAM as key element.
Good defensively since sometimes CDM plays like a CB. Suitable for those who like to play through the middle.
Balanced formation that offers defensive security in midfield.
Too narrow.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 4-1-2-1-2 TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATT | DEF | |||
| RB | Medium | Medium | Pace | Defending |
| CB R | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| LB | Medium | Medium | Pace | Defending |
| CDM | Medium | High | Defending | Passing |
| RM | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| CAM | High | Medium | Passing | Ball Control |
| LM | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| ST R | High | Medium | Heading | Shooting |
| ST L | Medium | Low | Shooting | Pace |
4-1-2-1-2 (2)
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: –
Variation of the very popular 4-1-2-1-2 that let players control the midfield. It is even more narrow than the original, giving them a much tighter diamond.
Suitable for those who like to play through the middle.
Suitable for those who like quick feet and passing style.
Too narrow.
Needs good full backs since the wings get very exposed.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 4-1-2-1-2 (2) TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATA | DEF | |||
| RB | Medium | Medium | Pace | Defending |
| CB R | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| LB | Medium | Medium | Pace | Defending |
| CDM | Medium | High | Passe | Defending |
| CMR | High | Medium | Passe | Dribbling |
| CAM | High | Medium | Passe | Dribbling |
| CML | High | Medium | Passe | Dribbling |
| ST R | High | Medium | Shooting | Pace |
| ST L | Medium | Low | Shooting | Pace |
4-1-4-1
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: FC Bayern
The only completely new formation on FUT 14. It is very similar with the 4-5-1 (2) but the CDM in front of the back four gives more security on the defence.
Very organised and solid midfield build up.
Lacks a little attack
The striker may needs support. CM’s should have high attacking work rate.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 4-1-4-1 TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATA | DEF | |||
| RB | Medium | Medium | Pace | Defending |
| CB R | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| LB | Medium | Medium | Pace | Defending |
| CDM | Medium | High | Defending | Passe |
| CMR | High | Medium | Passe | Dribbling |
| CML | High | Medium | Passe | Dribbling |
| RM | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| LM | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| ST | High | Low | Shooting | Heading |
4-2-2-2
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: São Paulo, Anzhi, América, Monterrey, Nantes, FC Seoul.
It is one of the most balanced formations. Similar to 4-4-2 but with players more qualified to defend and others to to attack.
Have enough players when defending or attacking.
Suitable for anyone who likes to have possession of the ball and to anyone who likes to give freedom to CAM’s.
The CAM’s play on the wings and may not have the required attributes.
Requires some practice time to become familiar with the formation.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 4-2-2-2 TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATT | DEF | |||
| RB | Medium | Medium | Pace | Defending |
| CB R | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| LB | Medium | Medium | Pace | Defending |
| CDM R | Medium | High | Defending | Passing |
| CDM L | High | Medium | Passing | Pace |
| CAM R | High | Low | Passing | Dribbling |
| CAM L | Medium | Medium | Passing | Pace |
| ST R | High | Medium | Shooting | Pace |
| ST L | Medium | Low | Passing | Shooting |
4-2-3-1
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: Real Madrid, Chelsea, Spurs, Schalke 04, O.Lyon.
Formation much appreciated by the FUT 13 players. Allows multiple offensive options but with the security of two CDM in defence.
It has three types of attacking players increasing the range of offensive possibilities.
Two CDM’s give plenty of cover at the back.
The CAM’s play on the wings and may not have the required attributes.
The CDM’s can become very tired because they are forced to defend and to fill empty midfield.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 4-2-3-1 TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATT | DEF | |||
| RB | Medium | Medium | Pace | Defending |
| CB R | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| LB | Medium | Medium | Pace | Defending |
| CDM R | Medium | High | Defending | Passing |
| CDM L | High | Medium | Passing | Pace |
| CAM R | High | Low | Passing | Dribbling |
| CAM L | Medium | Medium | Passing | Pace |
| CF | High | Medium | Passing | Shooting |
| ST | High | Low | Shooting | Pace |
4-2-3-1 (2)
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: West Brom and Borussia Dortmund
The most requested of all FUT 14 formations. A more attacking wider variation of the 4-2-3-1, that converted the wide CAM’s into natural wingers.
Two CDM’s give plenty of cover at the back.
Suitable for short passing style as well as fast counters
Needs a really good player to play as a CAM, the key position.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 4-2-3-1 (2) TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATA | DEF | |||
| RB | Medium | Medium | Pace | Defending |
| CB R | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| LB | Medium | Medium | Pace | Defending |
| CDM R | Medium | High | Defending | Passe |
| CDM L | High | Medium | Passe | Pace |
| CAM | High | Medium | Passe | Dribbling |
| RM | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| LM | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| ST | High | Low | Shooting | Heading |
4-3-1-2
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: Aston Villa.
One of the formations most recommended for those who like to play through the middle. The key element of this squad is the CAM. You should invest some coins on a really good player for this position.
The CAM and the two ST make this formation extremely dangerous in attack.
Suitable for those who like to play through the middle.
Very narrow formation. Crossings hardly happen.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 4-3-1-2 TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATT | DEF | |||
| RB | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| CB R | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| LB | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| CM R | Medium | Medium | Passing | Defending |
| CM C | Medium | High | Passing | Defending |
| CM L | Medium | Medium | Defending | Pace |
| CF | Medium | Medium | Passing | Dribbling |
| ST R | High | Low | Shooting | Pace |
| ST L | High | Medium | Shooting | Pace |
4-3-2-1
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: Paris SG, Inter, Bayer Leverkusen.
Similar to 4-3-1-2 but with two CF’s and only one ST or similar to 4-3-3 but the left and right forwards are tucked inside rather than to the wings.
It is wider in the attack than 4-3-1-2.
Suitable for those who like to play through the middle.
A bit narrow formation, specially on the midfield.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 4-3-2-1 TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATT | DEF | |||
| RB | Medium | High | Defending | Pace |
| CB R | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| LB | Medium | High | Defending | Pace |
| CM R | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| CM C | Low | High | Defending | Passing |
| CM L | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| RF | High | Low | Passing | Pace |
| LF | High | Low | Passing | Pace |
| ST | High | Low | Shooting | Pace |
4-3-3
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: Arsenal, Ajax, FC Porto and Santos.
One of most famous formations on FUT 13. Earned greater notoriety for having been adapted by Barcelona in last years.
The closeness and the balance of the six men from the front allows safe passing game between them.
Chance of fast attacks on the wings.
Only one ST may be insufficient.
Insufficient players that help the back four.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 4-3-3 TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATT | DEF | |||
| RB | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| CB R | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| LB | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| CM R | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| CM C | Low | High | Passing | Defending |
| CM L | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| RW | High | Low | Passing | Pace |
| LW | High | Low | Passing | Pace |
| ST | High | Low | Shooting | Heading |
4-3-3 (2) HOLD
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: –
The first of the new 4-3-3 variations offers a holding defensive midfielder anchor in the midfield.
Chance of fast attacks on the wings.
Good defensively since sometimes CDM plays like a CB.
Only one ST may be insufficient.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 4-3-3 (2) TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATA | DEF | |||
| RB | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| CB R | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| LB | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| CM R | High | Medium | Passe | Pace |
| CDM | Low | Medium | Passe | Defending |
| CM L | High | Medium | Passe | Pace |
| RW | High | Medium | Pace | Passe |
| LW | High | Medium | Pace | Passe |
| ST | High | Low | Shooting | Heading |
4-3-3 (3) DEFEND
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: –
This defensive-minded 4-3-3 variation offers two holding defensive midfielders and one centre midfielder in the midfield
Two CDM’s give plenty of cover at the back.
The three attackers get too lonely.
Wingers need to cover more field. Midfield is too isolated.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 4-3-3 (3) TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATA | DEF | |||
| RB | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| CB R | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| LB | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| CDM R | Medium | Medium | Passe | Defending |
| CM | High | Medium | Passe | Pace |
| CDM L | Medium | Medium | Passe | Defending |
| RW | High | Medium | Pace | Stamina |
| LW | High | Medium | Pace | Stamina |
| ST | High | Low | Shooting | Heading |
4-3-3 (4) ATTACK
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: -.
The probably most attacking of all FUT 14 formations is a variant of the 4-3-3 that turns one of the midfielders into an attacking midfielder to support the front three.
Suitable for those who want a very attacking formation.
The closeness and the balance of the six men from the front allows safe passing game between them.
Chance of fast attacks on the wings.
Too attacking formation for most of the players.
Huge empty space between midfield and the defence.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 4-3-3 (4) TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATA | DEF | |||
| RB | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| CB R | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| LB | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| CM R | Medium | Medium | Passe | Defending |
| CAM | High | Medium | Passe | Dribbling |
| CM L | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| RW | High | Medium | Pace | Passe |
| LW | High | Medium | Pace | Passe |
| ST | High | Low | Shooting | Heading |
4-3-3 (5) FALSE 9
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: Barcelona, AS Roma, Liverpool and Swansea
The final 4-3-3 variant offers a deeper-lying center forward position to hold possession and help build-up the attacking play.
Balanced formation that is suitable for those who like to run at defenders.
Good defensively since sometimes CDM plays like a CB.
Wingers need to be able to cut inside and look to get at goal.
Not a good formation for crosses.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 4-3-3 (5) TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATA | DEF | |||
| RB | Medium | Medium | Pace | Defending |
| CB R | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| LB | Medium | Medium | Pace | Defending |
| CM R | High | Medium | Passe | Pace |
| CDM | Low | Medium | Defending | Heading |
| CM L | High | Medium | Passe | Pace |
| RW | High | Medium | Pace | Shooting |
| LW | High | Medium | Pace | Shooting |
| CF | High | Low | Pace | Shooting |
4-4-1-1
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: Manchester United, Atlético de Madrid, Valencia, Queens Park Rangers, Málaga.
Widely used in the world of football and in the Barclays PL in particular. Similar to 4-4-2 but one of ST backs for CF.
Better for a passing team and less direct.
The CF can be used to be the creative force or to break up play.
The CF drops too deep and leaves you isolated up top.
Some of the mid fielders should have good defensive attributes to help the back four.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 4-4-1-1 TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATT | DEF | |||
| RB | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| CB R | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| LB | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| RM | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| CM R | Medium | Medium | Passing | Vision |
| CM L | High | High | Stamina | Defending |
| LM | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| CF | High | Medium | Passing | Shooting |
| ST | High | Low | Shooting | Heading |
4-4-2
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: Manchester City, Newcastle United, Borussia Monchengladbach, Basel, Mónaco, Celtic.
The classic formation. Widely used in the world of football and the second most used in FIFA 13 Ultimate Team. Organised structure of defenders and mid fielders moving as a line up and down the pitch.
The safest option for those players not too sure on what formation to go with.
Solid and good for attack through the middle or on the wings. Fullbacks can support wingers.
Formation a bit predictable for opponents.
Some of the mid fielders should have good defensive attributes to help the back four.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 4-4-2 TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATT | DEF | |||
| RB | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| CB R | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| LB | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| RM | High | Medium | Pace | Drible |
| CM R | Medium | Medium | Passing | Vision |
| CM L | High | High | Stamina | Defending |
| LM | High | Medium | Pace | Drible |
| ST R | High | Medium | Heading | Shooting |
| ST L | Medium | Low | Pace | Shooting |
4-4-2 (2)
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: –
A more defensive variation of the classic 4-4-2 with two defensive midfielders in place of the usual centre midfielders.
Two CDM’s give plenty of cover at the back.
Suitable for those who like wide counter attacks.
Lacks creative play in the midfield.
Needs fast wingers.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 4-4-2 (2) TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATA | DEF | |||
| RB | Medium | Medium | Pace | Defending |
| CB R | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| LB | Medium | Medium | Pace | Defending |
| RM | High | Medium | Pace | Passe |
| CDM R | Medium | High | Defending | Passe |
| CDM L | High | Medium | Passe | Pace |
| LM | High | Medium | Pace | Passe |
| ST R | High | Medium | Heading | Shooting |
| ST L | Medium | Medium | Shooting | Pace |
4-5-1
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: Southampton, Lazio, West Ham.
Formation that puts 5 players in midfield, two of them supporting the striker. For many years, it was the favourite formation of many European teams.
Suited to players who prefer to build play patiently.
Probably the best formation for who wants to keep the ball.
Not good for direct play and long ball styles.
CM often tends to get lost and caught out of position.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 4-5-1 TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATT | DEF | |||
| RB | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| CB R | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| LB | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| RM | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| CM | Medium | High | Passing | Defending |
| LM | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| CAM R | Medium | Medium | Passing | Dribbling |
| CAM L | High | Medium | Passing | Shooting |
| ST | High | Low | Shooting | Heading |
4-5-1 (2)
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: –
The 4-5-1 variation adds more midfield steel. The three centre midfielders make it harder to break down on the counter and leaves less gaps for the attack.
Suitable for those who wants to keep the ball.
Only one ST may be insufficient.
CM’s may need to help the back four.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 4-5-1 (2) TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATA | DEF | |||
| RB | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| CB R | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| LB | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| CM R | Medium | Medium | Passe | Dribbling |
| CM | Medium | High | Passe | Defending |
| CM L | Medium | Medium | Passe | Dribbling |
| LM | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| RM | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| ST | High | Low | Shooting | Heading |
5-2-1-2
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: –
Formation used by fewer FIFA 14 Ultimate Team players. Similar to 5-2-2-1 but with two ST with a more creative CF option.
Strong defence with space for wing backs to run into.
The best formation for who likes to play in counter-attack.
Can be narrow attacking wise limiting options.
It depends too much on CF so he must be really good.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 5-2-1-2 TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATT | DEF | |||
| CB R | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB C | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| RWB | Medium | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| LWB | Medium | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| CM R | Medium | Medium | Passing | Vision |
| CM L | High | High | Stamina | Defending |
| CF | High | Medium | Passing | Shooting |
| ST R | High | Medium | Shooting | Heading |
| ST L | Medium | Low | Shooting | Pace |
5-2-2-1
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: Monarcas Morelia
One of less popular formations on FIFA 14 Ultimate Team. Similar to 5-2-1-2 but with 1 up top supported by a left and right forward either side.
Probably the formation more solid defensively.
Suitable for who likes to play in counter-attacks.
Very weak if the opponents put many players in the midfield.
The RF/LF’s may have to help the CM’s.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 5-2-2-1 TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATT | DEF | |||
| CB R | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB C | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| RWB | Medium | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| LWB | Medium | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| CM R | Medium | Medium | Passing | Vision |
| CM L | High | High | Stamina | Defending |
| RF | High | Medium | Pace | Shooting |
| LF | High | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| ST | High | Low | Shooting | Heading |
5-3-2
Popular clubs that usually use this formation: –
The most solid and balanced formation of 5 defences. Although seemingly defensive formation can become a very offensive.
Strong defence with space for wing backs to run into.
Can be narrow attacking wise limiting options.
| OUR SUGGESTIONS TO A 5-3-2 TEAM | ||||
| POSITION | WORK RATES | MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES | ||
| ATT | DEF | |||
| CB R | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB C | Low | High | Defending | Heading |
| CB L | Medium | High | Pace | Defending |
| RWB | Medium | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| LWB | Medium | Medium | Pace | Dribbling |
| CM R | High | Medium | Passing | Pace |
| CM C | Medium | Medium | Passing | Defending |
| CM L | High | Medium | Passing | Pace |
| ST R | High | Medium | Shooting | Heading |
| ST L | Medium | Low | Shooting | Pace |
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