[Solskjaer 4231]

Thank you for the guidance.

What would your setup look like for the 3412? 

Also, in the 4231 - do you think there is a split press amongst the front 4?

[Solskjaer 4231]

I'm looking to replicate the current tactical set up at Man Utd. Solskjaer seems to favour a 4231 formation and is implementing a core identity.

United often attack with a 325 shape:

                                           Striker

Left Back   Inside Forward   Attacking Midfielder   Winger

 

             Holding Midfielder   Holding Midfielder

 

             Centre Back   Centre Back   Fullback

 

I am looking to emulate this with the following FM roles, duties and tactical style:

GK (D) De Gea

FB (D) Wan-Bissaka

WB (S) Shaw

BPD (D) Maguire

BPD (D) Lindelof

BWM (D) McTominay

DLP (S) Pogba

AM (S) Fernandes | Close Down More and Move into Channels

IF (A) Rashford | Close Down More

W (S) James | Close Down More

DLF (A) Martial | Close Down More

 

Balanced Mentality

In Possession: Pass Into Space, Play Out Of Defence, Higher Tempo 

In Transition: Distribute to Centre Backs, Counter, Counter-Press

Out Of Possession: Higher Defensive Line

 

Does this style and combination of roles and duties offer a fair reflection of United's current play style? - I'd be grateful for any contributions or recommendations to create an accurate reflection of Solskjaer's real life approach.