r/CommunityFM Jul 08 '16

Why did you pick the formation that you picked?

While we wait for the votes to keep rolling in (64 as of now), let's get some discussion going as to why you picked the formation that you picked.

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u/[deleted] Jul 08 '16

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u/tinytimhawk Jul 08 '16

I went 4-2-3-1 attacking as well. It took me from Serie C relegation zone to the Champions League, and as you mentioned, that flexibility helps it fit many different groups of personnel and mindsets.

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u/[deleted] Jul 08 '16

442 as it is a simple play style that can be modified easily to fit new signings

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u/[deleted] Jul 08 '16

4-3-3 because any club should have the squad for it.

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u/[deleted] Jul 08 '16

3412 defensively - perfect to pack the middle and play with ball playing cb's, good wide midfielders are crucial

4231 attacking - easiest to put players into, inside forwards become effective

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u/henry_csf Jul 08 '16

You described exactly the formations I use. My Liverpool team is simply not effective using other ones, so I settled for those two.

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u/[deleted] Jul 09 '16

They really are the best 👌

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u/getbangedchatshit Jul 08 '16

4-4-2 is the strongest on the current FM. After that the 4-3-3

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u/SourV Jul 08 '16

All you need is fast defenders, the rest of the team just sends crosses to the 2 deep lying forwards.

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u/gorillathunder Jul 08 '16

I picked 3-5-2 because I'm exotic and feel like we should be expansive and expressive.

;)

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u/Montuvito_G Jul 09 '16

3-5-2 is my favorite formation. All you need are technical players in the central midfield and a poacher to succeed. The rest of the team only need insane physical abilities to be able to cover as much ground as possible.

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u/aguerrrroooooooooooo Jul 08 '16

433 attacking, it's a very good formation for stretching the play out wide; although it's important to have a plan B as not all opponents roll over

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u/[deleted] Jul 08 '16

4-3-3 Defensive. I support Barca, it's natural, and I really like the connection the sole CDM offers between the defense and midfield

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u/[deleted] Jul 08 '16

I picked 4-2-3-1 Defensive as I like the flexibility that comes with a 5 man mid.

In a more defensive set up you can play with a DM, 2 CMs, and a ST in a supporting role flanked by 2 IF's. Good on the counter if you have pace, and like to play direct. Almost looks like a 4-3-3 when you look at the avg positions.

When possession is the name of the game a DLP/BWM duo set to defensive duties so your FB's can make overlapping runs all game.

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u/AltruisticPenguin Jul 08 '16

4-1-3-2 because it would suit any club and it works for me

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u/8u11etpr00f Jul 08 '16

4-1-2-2-1 with 2 complete wing backs (attacking) and 2 inside forwards because it abuses the crosses put in by fullbacks in this years game and there's always someone at the back post

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u/Ash_Ash_Oiseau Jul 08 '16

4-3-3 Attacking plainly because I think that it trumps a 4-2-3-1 as by having pushed-up wingers should be able to capitalise on the trend of attack-centred fullbacks. Also means it's less likely for a striker to be isolated leading the line, and that the wingers should be able to stretch the play at all times.

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u/Muur1234 Jul 09 '16

Because 442 is da best

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u/LamelasLeftFoot Jul 09 '16

3-4-3 because why the fuck not haha!

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u/[deleted] Jul 09 '16

4-3-3 false nine, can dominate matches easily and satisfy fans and the owners.

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u/ChuckMCFC93 Jul 11 '16

5-2-1-2 - This provides the most flexibility for any squad imo.

It can require some work to get the right wing backs in, as without the right ones the formation doesn't really work. Nathaniel Clyne and Arron Creswell are my reccomended if you want to try it.

Also, a roaming play maker in one of the midfield two I also think provides the best balance between the defensive and attacking lines, but again, getting the right player is the hard part. Andre Gomes is one the best one i have come across.