redunited Posted December 24, 2017 Share Posted December 24, 2017 Do you actually play Özil in DLP(D) ? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knap Posted December 25, 2017 Author Share Posted December 25, 2017 If I called that role a midfield player would it help Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
timcliffsmith Posted December 25, 2017 Share Posted December 25, 2017 Hi Knap, what is your best defensive tactic? I much prefer a tactic that wins 1-0 or 2-1 to 5-3. Any ideas? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
redunited Posted December 25, 2017 Share Posted December 25, 2017 8 minutes ago, knap said: If I called that role a midfield player would it help So you're saying I should play Özil-esque players in that position? Or should I look more for a Matic/Busquets type maybe? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knap Posted December 25, 2017 Author Share Posted December 25, 2017 If you check Cleon's 4231 then perhaps Qzil would be best MC Playmaker. Qzil or Eriksen can play that role. To maximise SI's interpretation then Matic/Busquets may be a better fit. The logic would be to retrain to SI roles as this should maximise role advantage. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lijieneo Posted December 25, 2017 Share Posted December 25, 2017 I mean maybe you can write a Knap's tactics philosophy guide book, to explain your thoughts behind all your tatics. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knap Posted December 25, 2017 Author Share Posted December 25, 2017 It is just the challenge to make ideas work. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ragin Cajun Posted December 25, 2017 Share Posted December 25, 2017 So some early feedback on this tactic. I was using a tactic from last year to start the fixtures. As you can see, early season struggles. I tried your Volonte 442 tactic starting with Bournemouth but wasn't happy with the development. It did, however, work in the Cup against Southampton. Then I came across the 433 thread and I'd had some success with the 433 in prior saves in FM18. First match using the 433 you have in this thread was the stunner against Chelsea. We were 18th in the table at that time. Swansea was 19th when we played them. West Brom was 14th and Wolves 9th. We've now moved up to 9th in the table and riding a four match win streak in the Premier. We barely avoided relegation last season, beating Swansea on the final day of the season. So a win streak is unheard of, let alone a four match streak in the Premier. Hopefully I can report good news come end of the season but wanted to give a quick update since I've had great success, including a win over Chelsea who is 4th in the table and were also 4th when we played. I'm especially pleased as this was the day of the match with Chelsea I downloaded the tactic(s). I can only see it getting better with familiarity. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dking Posted December 27, 2017 Share Posted December 27, 2017 This seems to be struggling for me after latest patch. Anybody else? Never mind. I see other people aren't struggling. Not sure why my team seems to have capitulated then. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knap Posted December 27, 2017 Author Share Posted December 27, 2017 Is that the new or old BM? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
monsalai Posted December 27, 2017 Share Posted December 27, 2017 Hi Knap! What position(s) do you set to take corners? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knap Posted December 27, 2017 Author Share Posted December 27, 2017 I do not set any set piece takers. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
monsalai Posted December 27, 2017 Share Posted December 27, 2017 Sounds reasonable Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
monsalai Posted December 27, 2017 Share Posted December 27, 2017 Hi Knap! Will it effect the tactic if I set 'Ease Off Tackles' for those who pick up a yellow? Also, what position should be sacrificed if I have a player sent off? Finally, would you be willing to upload your best Blue Matter SUS for those of us that are crud at making alterations? Thanks Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knap Posted December 27, 2017 Author Share Posted December 27, 2017 Should be fine to use ease off during a game. Probably central fwd, sometimes I prefer AMC FWD Combo. I can upload a SUS, however, it will still be worth playing around with the instructions to establish your level of risk and control. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knap Posted December 27, 2017 Author Share Posted December 27, 2017 SUS Tactic with defensive mentality (contain can be overkill this year) Used this all game with a man sent off !!FM18.2.1BLUEMATTERVOL3Knap433P98IWBP103SUSDEF.fmf Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rains____ Posted December 29, 2017 Share Posted December 29, 2017 @knap How do you set up your training? Do you train every player into whichever role they would be playing in the formation or just let the assistant take care of it? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knap Posted December 29, 2017 Author Share Posted December 29, 2017 You can over ride AM for position training, otherwise I use AM. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
monsalai Posted December 29, 2017 Share Posted December 29, 2017 Thank you for uploading the SUS version Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrefc80 Posted December 29, 2017 Share Posted December 29, 2017 which version best for the new update? I'm confused lol Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knap Posted December 29, 2017 Author Share Posted December 29, 2017 1st tactic in OP will be the latest. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrefc80 Posted December 29, 2017 Share Posted December 29, 2017 the first tactic is 18.1 the last says 18.3 ????? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knap Posted December 29, 2017 Author Share Posted December 29, 2017 Should be 18.2.1 the last are under heading Beta Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrefc80 Posted December 29, 2017 Share Posted December 29, 2017 31 minutes ago, knap said: Should be 18.2.1 the last are under heading Beta sound...so that's your current recommendation? one I'm using is leaking goals currently? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrefc80 Posted December 29, 2017 Share Posted December 29, 2017 Quote whats the difference between vol1 and vol3? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knap Posted December 29, 2017 Author Share Posted December 29, 2017 There will be minor changes. If leaking goals perhaps try a 343. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrefc80 Posted December 29, 2017 Share Posted December 29, 2017 1st game very impressive have you tried a more attacking cm? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrefc80 Posted December 29, 2017 Share Posted December 29, 2017 lol then I got whooped away at utd Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rains____ Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 1 hour ago, mrefc80 said: lol then I got whooped away at utd That happens to me every time no matter the tactic lmao Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laaris Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 VOL2's working great for me now the team's become fluid with it, athough i'm finding that i'm conceeding more goals with VOL2 than VOL1 - should i just try VOL3? (assuming the latest version is generally the 'best' one) Also i've continued to use GOODBYE VOL2 for away games and i'm getting more draws than i'd like - do you have a 'better performing' 343 formation tactic at the moment? Thanks, love your work Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knap Posted January 3, 2018 Author Share Posted January 3, 2018 The latest are back to original and before that the Poacher versions, the latest are on the 343 threads. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russell10 Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 What would be the best tactic for Newcastle - 1st season Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knap Posted January 3, 2018 Author Share Posted January 3, 2018 GOODBYE 343 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russell10 Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 Been tested with the latest patch? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knap Posted January 3, 2018 Author Share Posted January 3, 2018 Not sure the patch made any difference, but the latest are tested in latest patch Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jongii Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 What's the best 4231 formation around at the moment? Also, does anyone always seem to concede on the counter with simple crosses to unmarked people on the back post? I swear 99% of the goals I concede happen this way Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Sir Matthew Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 Been using vol 2 since start of my career. Promoted 2nd season to Belgian top flight. Nothing was expected , but became champions the first season in this season I'm getting destroyed in Champions League but my "b-team" is keeping me on top of the Belgian league. So, I guess I only need a underdog tactic that might work against the giants in the Champions League. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knap Posted January 4, 2018 Author Share Posted January 4, 2018 For underdogs GOODBYE 343 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Scout Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 Knap, have you by any chance been thinking about the idea to make and test a hybrid tactic 433 between GOODBYE, WOF and BM? For example: AF-at / P-at / AF-at BBM-su / BWM-su / BBM-su WB-Au / BPD-St / BPD-St / WB-Au SK-At Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Sir Matthew Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 2 hours ago, knap said: For underdogs GOODBYE 343 Ok, I'll try that next season for Champions League (unless we only qualify for Europa League). While we're not the strongest team in Belgium, there is hardly any team that can win from us, especially if I play with my A-team Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knap Posted January 4, 2018 Author Share Posted January 4, 2018 VOL 4 !!FM18.2.1BLUEMATTERVO4Knap433P105.fmf Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Scout Posted January 5, 2018 Share Posted January 5, 2018 Knap, it seems that 3 front AF / P / AF combo works best with all 3 variations of tactics (GOODBYE, WOF, BM). The IWBs in this tactic fill up the gap, left behind CM-at. If there were BBMs instead of CM-at, than you could use WB-su. Another option would be 2 attcking MEZZALA's (with IWB-at) as they tend to go wide. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
craigd84 Posted January 5, 2018 Share Posted January 5, 2018 48 minutes ago, Chief Scout said: Knap, it seems that 3 front AF / P / AF combo works best with all 3 variations of tactics (GOODBYE, WOF, BM). The IWBs in this tactic fill up the gap, left behind CM-at. If there were BBMs instead of CM-at, than you could use WB-su. Another option would be 2 attcking MEZZALA's (with IWB-at) as they tend to go wide. He originally had the two Mezzala's. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gooders11 Posted January 5, 2018 Share Posted January 5, 2018 Congratulations knap the new version is absolutely fantastic. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magyari Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 Hi knap. I have been lurking the forums for some time and i am glad that i have found your tactics. I appreciate your hard work making all of these tactics. Keep it up as this makes my FM experience extremly enjoyable. I use to take over a big club when starting with the beta every year. this year i have been playing with barca and normally i only play one season and after that i turn to lower leagues. Bit this year with your tactics i just havent been able to stop playing with barca. For the fourth season i did a couple of small tweaks to vol 4 of this tactic and it has absolutley destroyed the game. I mean i thought the game was destoryed last season when i was playing with FM18.2 WOF 2233 Knap. But the results i am having this season is crazy. Yes i know its barca but still... I will try this setup with a weaker team. As you can see from the screen shot i did only change the positions and roles of the midfilders nothing else. Let me know what you think. Suits this team really well, IMO. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knap Posted January 7, 2018 Author Share Posted January 7, 2018 I used BLUE MATTER 433 1st season with Barca in FM 17 and scored 177 goals in 38 games, so set up does suit them. I like the idea of an AM even if just a to team tactic. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knap Posted January 8, 2018 Author Share Posted January 8, 2018 The problem appears to be away to top clubs. I have changed DLP to S and are getting decent results. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gooders11 Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 So do you change the dlp from defend to support? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
knap Posted January 9, 2018 Author Share Posted January 9, 2018 I had better results with DLP on S. I can post tactic if you want to use that formation Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gooders11 Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 50 minutes ago, knap said: I had better results with DLP on S. I can post tactic if you want to use that formation Yes please. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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