EA FC 24 – Best Ultimate Team formations, player instructions, & custom tactics

Formations and tactics are just as important as the players in any lineup. Here are the best formations, instructions, and custom tactics for FC 24 Ultimate Team.

What is the best formation for Ultimate Team in FC 24?

The best formation for FC 24 Ultimate Team is the 4-2-3-1. The 4-2-3-1 provides a balanced combination of defense and offense, with players able to make plays all over the pitch. The 4-2-3-1 features four back players, two midfielders for versatile play, a front three to provide playmaking and a single striker for finishing.

Custom tactics and player instructions will ensure that players are in the right spots during games. Tactics and instructions can be game-changers if implemented correctly. Here are the best tactics and instructions for the 4-2-3-1:

Best Tactics for the 4-2-3-1

Defensive Tactics

• Defensive Style: Balanced
• Width: 35
• Depth: 60

Offensive Tactics

• Build Up Play: Balanced
• Chance Creation: Forward Runs
• Width: 35
• Players In Box: 60
• Corners and Free Kicks: 3 bars

Player Instructions

• Left-Back: Stay back while attacking
• Right-Back: Stay back while attacking
• CDM: Cover center on both, Stay back while attacking
• CAM: Stay forward, Get into the box for crosses
• ST: Stay forward, Get in behind

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Alternate formations for FC 24 FUT

The best formation for your team may depend on what players you have. Experiment with different formation sets to see which ones benefit your playstyle. There are a lot of good options to choose from, but some will better set you up for success on the pitch. Here are other great formations to use in FC 24 FUT:

Best Tactics for the 4-3-3

Defensive Tactics

• Defensive Style: Balanced
• Width: 45
• Depth: 60

Offensive tactics

• Build Up Play: Long ball
• Chance Creation: Direct Passing
• Width: 35
• Players In Box: 60
• Corners and Free Kicks: 3 bars

Player Instructions

• Left-Back: Stay back while attacking
• Right-Back: Stay back while attacking
• CM: Cover center, Stay back while attacking
• CAM: Stay forward, Get into the box for cross
• W: Stay forward, Cut inside
• ST: Stay forward, Get in behind

Best Tactics for the 4-2-2-2

Defensive tactics

• Defensive Style: Balanced
• Width: 40
• Depth: 50

Offensive tactics

• Build Up Play: Balanced
• Chance Creation: Direct Passing
• Width: 50
• Players In Box: 60
• Corners and Free Kicks: 3 bars

Player Instructions

• Left-Back: Stay back while attacking
• Right-Back: Stay back while attacking
• CDM: Cover center, Stay back while attacking
• CAM: Stay forward, Get into the box for cross
• ST: Stay forward, Get in behind

The best formations may change over time, so always check to see what the best formations are with new cards releasing and new metas to find in FC 24 Ultimate Team.

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