Formations and tactics serve as two vital elements in EA Sports FC 25. Trying to pick the best players in the game is important, but only well-thought-out tactics and reasonable player position arrangements can show their true talent.

Meta and dynamic elements in FC 25 differ from previous games, which means you need to persistently adapt and tweak your tactics to deal with various situations on the field in a timely manner. The potential of the players, along with reasonable position arrangements, will definitely help you claim the victory in Champions and Division Rivals.

This article outlines the nine best formations in FIFA 25. But they are not fixed answers. Only by constantly adjusting and improving in the game can you find the most suitable formations. After all, different players will have different focuses.

The following ranking considers the factors of balance, overpowered nature, and player dependency. Among them, balance refers to the balance between the best formation in defense and attack, overpowered nature is measured by whether it is powerful, and player dependency mainly takes into account that the best formation should be applicable to any player. After all, relying only on those powerful players is a taboo in the game.

But high-rated players do have a significant advantage, and you can spend EA FC 25 Coins to embrace those overwhelming players who you are dreamed of.

9. 4-2-1-3

First of all, it should be clarified that although 4-2-1-3 has not been a common formation for many years, it is completely applicable to EA FC 25. It defends in a 4-2-1-3 but transfer to common yet superb 3-3-3-1, that is, one midfielder retreats to defend and the full-backs advance to the midfield.

4-2-1-3 formation echoes the concept of all-out attack and defense, and embodies the philosophy of football.

8. 4-3-2-1

4-3-2-1 has always been one of the most popular formations in EA series. It features a left forward and a right forward who can switch to attacking midfield. It bears the outlook of Christmas Tree and is a very popular and entertaining formation.

In terms of balance, 4-3-2-1 gives much emphasis on attacking options, which can be employed in Division Rivals and Champions easily.

7. 4-3-3 (4)

4-3-3 (4) is undoubtedly one of the most widely used formations in recent years, because the formation is very offensive and the lack of defensive midfielders gives people a sense of recklessness. It is particularly suitable for teams that are trapped in desperate situations and want to counterattack.

When the attacking midfielder is not performing well, the full-backs can stay on the wing or cut into the middle to provide support.

6. 4-2-2-2

Superficially speaking, 4-2-2-2 is forever feasible. Because it obviously lacks width. And it is difficult to find the connection between defense and attack. Although the formation design obviously goes against normal logic, it is still very popular.

In the aspect of defence, this formation is relatively safe, but the absence of central midfielder can be a hindrance.

5. 4-1-2-1-2 Narrow

4-1-2-1-2 Narrow is one of the strongest formations in the game, and with the introduction of new players, this formation has been taken to a new level.

It is a narrow formation, aimed at providing tons of control and a plethora of passing options. Very safe and powerful. With full-backs providing Width support, along with two out-and-out strikers, the 4-1-2-1-2 Narrow has become the most “meta” option this year.

4. 4-5-1 (2)

4-5-1 (2) emphasizes defensive solidity. In fact, in a deeper analysis, it mimics 4-3-2-1. With the support of three central midfielders, you can always better control the tempo of the game and allow two wingers to drive forward freely.

Combining this with a typical back-line grants you a system without the disadvantages. Whether it’s the best players in the world or those struggling silvers, this formation works for them all.

3. 4-4-2

4-4-2 serves as a beginning of tactical football, and establishes its name by its traditional advantages. This doesn’t mean it’s hard to stand out. After all, classic and innovative don’t conflict with each other.

It consists of a standard back line, two central midfielders, two wingers and two strikers, supporting you to have an option in every area of ​​the pitch. It can also be adjusted according to the quality of the players.

2. 4-2-3-1

4-2-3-1 won’t disappoint you in any EA football game. As the core of the series, it features the use of two defensive midfielders and three attacking midfielders, allowing players around the world to dominate the field.

And it has extremely strong defensive features, such as full-backs commonly stay back.

1. 5-4-1

Finally, 5-4-1 is rated as the best formation in EA FC 25. It has both defensive and offensive capabilities. Every player can sweat on the field.

The above are the 9 most recommended Formations in EA FC 25. If you want to get more game advice and consultation, please enter IGGM discord, where Giveaway will give away exquisite gifts from time to time. Thanks for reading.

Ultimate Team is a very interesting game mode that is very popular not only in EA FC 25 but also in all sports video games released by EA. In this game mode, you can build your dream team from all the available players throughout the season.

In the current season, you can perform an Octopus Evolution on your midfielders, and your players will be given abilities from the legendary French midfielder Blaise Matuidi. In short, this player’s speed, defense and physical speed will be significantly improved. Most importantly, CDM Holding++ Role will be added to the player card, striving to make them the most solid defender in your midfield.

Of course, this Octopus Evolution is not free to complete, it requires you to spend 500k FC 25 Coins or 750 FC Points. So it is very important to choose the most suitable player for evolution to make your money worthwhile. So this guide will introduce you to some players suitable for Octopus Evolution and how they will perform in the future.

1. Renato Sanches For S.L. Benfica

EVO Rating: 82

As one of the strongest teams in Portugal, S.L. Benfica has a very strong defensive player, Renato Júnior Luz Sanches. The defensive ability of this player in the current FUT 25 card has been greatly improved compared to his default card, which makes him a great threat to the opponent’s players in the midfield area.

In addition, the 84 physicality, 83 pace, 83 dribbling, 80 passing, 79 defending and 70 shooting shown on his player card can be the reason for your selection. If this is not enough to impress you, are his four-star skill moves and weak foot accuracy enough? These can make him have super dribbling ability when shooting or passing, and never miss any ball.

2. Tyler Adams For AFC Bournemouth

EVO Rating: 82

Tyler Adams is the first Premier League player to receive an Evolution Card in this FC 25 Octopus Evolution because of his excellent defensive stats. With his strong defensive ability and good physical fitness, he can easily suppress the opponent’s players on the field, so that his own offensive players can score.

In his Evolution Card, you will see 83 pace, 50 shooting, 71 passing, 75 dribbling, 83 defending and 82 physicality. These impressive stats, coupled with three-star skill moves and three-star weak foot accuracy, will make him one of the most reliable players in your Ultimate Team. And his relentless style of play can make the opponent players fall into fatigue and make mistakes without knowing it.

3. Matt O’Riley For Brighton & Hove Albion

EVO Rating: 84

Another Premier League player who has received a comprehensive evolution card is Matthew Sean O’Riley. Of course, his defensive stats are very good, but his offensive stats are also very impressive. Not only that, he can also play as both an offensive midfielder and a defensive midfielder in your team and can win your games.

This is very friendly to players who don’t have a lot of budget when building a dream team, because this all-round midfielder can help you save a lot of FUT 25 Coins spent on cultivating a dedicated offensive midfielder or defensive midfielder.

Matt O’Riley scored 18 goals in 37 games when he played for Celtic last season. This number is very rare for a midfielder. On his evolution card, he has 84 physicality, 83 passing, 81 pace, 77 shooting and 75 defending as well as four-star skill moves and four-star weak foot accuracy.

4. Pape Matar Sarr For San Antonio Spurs

EVO Rating: 84

San Antonio Spurs, a veteran team, has a very young football talent in Pape Matar Sarr. At only 22 years old, he has a card rating much higher than his base card rating in this Octopus Evolution.

On top of that, Sarr also has a very high potential rating. As long as you properly train him and invest some EA FC 25 Coins, he will definitely become one of the best midfielders in the entire league. In addition, his unique interception style increases his chances of keeping possession on the field, which distinguishes him from many players with similar stats.

But his 83 physicality, 78 passing, 82 pace, 81 dribbling, 65 shooting and 83 defending are still very good. Although his two-star skill moves and three-star weak foot accuracy are not very strong, please wait for his growth.

5. Kobbie Mainoo For Manchester United

EVO Rating: 82

Kobbie Mainoo, a talented youngster playing for Manchester United, is a player who can shoot in many ways on the field: he can dribble forward and easily break through the opponent’s defense, or he can shoot directly from unexpected positions and score.

This is because of his excellent calm attributes on the ball, which can make the right choice in tense situations. So when you include this player in your dream team, your midfield will be well controlled, coupled with his unique play such as finesse shot and long ball pass, making it a very simple thing to win the game.

These are some midfielders you can choose from in Octopus Evolution in EA Sports FC 25. I believe that their superb abilities combined with your careful training will make your dream team win a lot of games!

If you have any problems when building a team or are unsure about the player selection, you can ask for help in IGGM Discord. I believe you will find the most satisfactory answer here. And you will also have the opportunity to get Coins here to upgrade players. I wish you a happy game!