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It will be very useful if you move knowledge to a separate menu in the left bar. Sometimes it is necessary to reduce the list of players by this parameter, but now it takes longer

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I didn't share this as separate file, and deleted FM21 folder already. I wrote some thougths in this thread, but is absolutely not a plug'n'play tactic.

I don't really want to give advice for one reason. I always try to use as few TI as possible. Therefore, if I start now, it will no longer be your tactic, but mine I would advise using those instructions that are really important. basis of your idea. Avoid duplicating TI (regroup + low block is passive style, a lot of freedom for opposite team). Your squad is really good. This will give you some creative freedom. A few general thoughts outside of command instructions: AP in CAM slot could be unpredictable (roaming from position). AM(s) your alternative choice as 'architect', the role which always in place was planned. IF is pretty isolate role, 'pernament chances searcher'. Your wings could be focused on teamwork more. Wingers are pretty good and universal by functions in FM24 HB + BWM are very specific combination. Watch them, sometimes the simplest solution (DM-d + Vol-s or someting like this) is the best option. I didn't fully understand your tactical idea. You pressing in a low block and your only forward is the friendliest support role ever. I like to create replicas of real-life tactics. However, when choosing between practicality (how it works in FM) and exact match (how I interpret real-life tactics) I always lean towards the first. I don't remember what this tactic looked like IRL. However, it all ended with Jose's dismissal. Conclusions Friendly matches are the best way to see your tactics in practice, and see a list of changes. The main thing is to understand what you actually want. Low blocking implies counter play in space, are all your instructions and roles consistent with this idea?

Speaking for myself, if the priority is to play low block, I would prefer 4231dm. I'm sure it's possible to create 433 counter, it's just more difficult. I found screens from my 433 counter. It was few years ago, and I would prefer slightly different options now. This tactic is not clear fluid counter. Mb it's a good option to change IW->AP(s) to connect CMs and AF by him. Conte used 343 in Chelsea, it was no CAM too, winger Pedro was a transit-role, as I remember. But Chelsea was focused on wings, because Alonso and Moyes played as laterals with 3CBs and had more attacking freedom Now I'm prefer to choose cautious mentality, but use more agressive roles, like BBM, DM and get stuck in TI. There is a risk that the high tempo will be detrimental since there will only be 3 players in attack. I mean, your CMs have no time to join for fast attacks. But as I said before, 433 is dominant formation. Even with lower LOE team pushed: Again, you have no CAM, so your team need additional step in attacks: That's why 433 is better for counter-press in higher positions, when you have 2 CMs in CAMs positions already, imo. It was 13 AG in 30 games still, but squad was one of the best in the league: I hope my thoughts have given you some insight. To resume, you can definitely create 433 in counter attacks. The main thing is to understand how to compensate empty CAM slot and prevent your lone striker from being isolated. I see 433's strengths in being able to use flanks higher up. If you don't use at least one full back above then the question becomes why use 433 at all

Imo 433 is not good idea for low blocks. I tried to play 433 defensive in FM21 and won league, but 433 more about WBs who support attacks. You haven't CAM as fast transit for counter, but you have DM as possibility to play higher. One of my favourite teams is Chelsea in season 04/05. They played in a few formations, but 433 was the main from them as I remember. However, Mourinho of that era was not a purely defensive coach. I wrote about this there shortly I can repeat some numbers: JM Chelsea 04/05 shots against top6 : 13,4 JM Chelsea 13/14: 11,1 JM Man Utd: 9,3 On targert: 4,2 / 4,3 / 3,2 Possession: 49,8 / 44,6 / 42,/3 433 JM of 04/05 more like Klopp's 433, rough speakly. He used counter-press! It was JM who accused his opponent on the bus! (against Spurs) So I believe 433 it's about defensive counter tactic with higher lines or default lines at least. Because you need to use double CMs higher, while DM is your main structure achievment or something like this.

Yes, I will be glad if it is effective for you. Usually I don't use get stuck in, because my default mentalities are positive or attacking. But I set this TI for these tactics – mentality is cautious and no many cards for team. 3412. Things to check: If your AM(a) is isolate or not enough creative, -> AM(s) Sometimes I switch left WB to support. For better ball transition and stronger flank defence Pair of DMs are very important. Plan B is DLP(d) and Vol(s). But for me main plan works fine If your have top striker, feel free to change PF-CF(a) 442. Things to check IW(s). I use PI – roam from position. It's your kind of fantasista (I mean free creator as it possible). He needs to search empty spaces and open the gate to LB moves forward. I never used another roles, but have a plan B to use DLP->Vol(s) and IW->WP(s). I don't sure how it works in practice, feel free to describe if you will I use preveny short GK distr., but sometimes this TI mb needs to be disabled. I can’t give clear instructions, just go by how you feel. The danger of defensive tactics is applying too little pressure. But you don’t want to miss a goal, so you need to strike a balance I played a few games for both tactics and it worked fine for me. In general improved and more fluid ME (FM24, I skiped FM23) looks better for this type of tactics imo.

I'm pleasantly surprised, but FM24 really allows you to play without pressure and high lines with a cautious mentality! I have already tried Capello's tactics at Roma (3-4-1-2) and my vision of Capello 442 in Milan in the 90s, with a Libero and a HB. Works fine, results, strong defense and pretty beautiful attacks

4312 narrow is one of my favourite tactics! Lovely moves! Could you suggest your program for creating GIF animations?

Hi, check this (in this thread later). It's tweak/update, don't sure. The same formation and conception, I guess

Nice! I always play with authentic transfers. Check map , transfer stats of club/country in transfermatkt, etc. And I just enjoy when my squad balanced by flags and languages. Some simple rules, which do not feel prohibitive restrictions. rather gambling conditions

Absolutely yes, playable leagues of Argentina+Brazil+Uruguay = factory of Italian newgens

Change inside forwards for wingers or iw. Change AF for dlf(a) or pf(a). Your attacking players isolated from midfield in this roles/formation. Also check dm -> dlp for better creation of attacks from deeper positions. You need more creative player for this, but this is worth it And I don't sure about higher tempo. You haven't enough time to move midfielders in attacking areas with this instruction

I decided that this post is not worthy of a separate topic, because I did not prepare a large analytical background. Or at least any advanced content. But I definitely want to share this here, especially since I asked earlier. It was clear rule: only cautious mentality and no counter and counter-press (balanced TI only) 21 goals against — my favorite award in FM Also usually I tried to avoid 'get stuck in', so I'm glad to see only 44 YC I was glad to see that this works in FM24, contrary to the stereotype that success can only be achieved through gegenpress (a lie), or at least a positive/attack mentality (this is what I believed myself) One question: Tactical style WHAT ???

Double IFB is definitely not what I expected to see! Could you post screenshots from Data Hub -> Matches -> Last Match Passes? Really want to see how your formation looks in this window. Is your left flank feeling good? Or is it hardly used? What time period are you talking about?

@crusadertsar How appropriate is 424dm tactic (with Wingers, not WMs) in FM? The separation of DM and CM slots, as well as WM and Winger, has brought some confusion to the 442 and its derivatives

I don't like to use advanced traits , but your project in Braga exciting me... or scary? Looks like I missed this topic. As player who enjoys journeyman saves, I found newgens with 10+ traits in some new clubs Using flank playmaker is it's a pain in a transfer window that is rewarded with a productive season and exciting combinations. I like to retrain a CMs/AMs to increase rotation flexibility. For me it's AP in winger slot, but probably WM is almost the same role with mostly context difference. It's basically a triangle for two, right? I'm not sure how necessary this feature is in 433 for example, where the entire formation is natural triangles. Plus, the high lines of the 433 probably don't go well with this feature? But for 442 this definitely sounds like an elegant solution to the weak points of the 442 formation brilliant idea! It looks like Volante will be the most popular role in the coming years My 5221dm gave me great results in the Mexican League and Volante is a huge part of the system. Your 442dm definitely uses it to its fullest too

Realnamefix and db updates too?

Since creation comes from other roles, it is difficult to come up with another role for your DM. He's good as a cover doing menial work. You don't see him while everything is working.

Shortly, imo that one of the main ways to score goals is to take advantage of the overload in another zone. But your SS is 'mini-overload' himself. I mean you don't have LW or attacking CM or somebody else in this zone. So against your SS - opposite CB + LB + DM (optional). Without changing the formation and roles, option may be to wait for your left lateral to attack higher. This will create the need for the opponent to regroup own defensive players. But honestly, if your tactic are working, I don't think breaking them for the sake of narrative or concepts is a good idea.

Am I asking in the right topic? Are there any benchmarks for SteamDeck too?

I would like to point out that your text is almost unreadable in a dark theme. On topic, all MEs have an imbalance. Considering that each new edition becomes a little deeper and more thoughtful, it makes more sense to play the latest version. I tried several times to return to previous versions after playing a new one - it’s almost impossible

Just try to change both IF to Wingers and check how it works. Looks like your striker has no enough support from deeper/wider positions. Your passing and options very limited near opposite box, because IF moves in very specific routes.

You should definitely read this. The screenshots are missing, and the guide is from FM18, but this is one of @Cleonbest works, in my opinion. After this guide my longs shots from 12-15 per game started to be around 2-5 per game. Spoiler - Players shoot from long distance when they don't see any chance for passing forward.