EA FC 25 gives much emphasis on competitive nature, the core point of sport games in real life. When you win and suppress your opponents, you will get unparalleled fun and pride.

Tactics and formations are often the keys to claim the victory. Of course, if you also have powerful players, it will be icing on the cake. Buy FC 25 Coins to trade for powerful players with high overall serves as another guarantee for your championship.

Compared to the previous FC series, FC 25 features complexity and variety. The previous tactical formations may lose their effects, but 4-1-2-1-2 Narrow is not included.

4-1-2-1-2 Narrow still serves as one of the best formations in EA Sports FC 25, which is targeted at making your game journey funnier and interesting.

Keep reading to learn more tactics of 4-1-2-1-2 Narrow formation. Of course, this is not a fixed answer. Adjusting accordingly according to the needs and strengths of the team is the key to winning.

4-1-2-1-2 Narrow Tactics 

• Build-up Style - Short Passes
• Defensive Approach - High/70

Adjusting the build-up style and defensive approach has always been the key to winning in FIFA 25. And the build-up style is typically divided into three types: Balanced, Counter and Short Passes, respectively.

4-1-2-1-2 Narrow features fast movement, so it is quite suitable for Short Passes. This formation supports the ball carrier with other player accompanying by him and maintains a defensive state.

As to defensive approach, it is recommended to adopt a top line of 70 to safeguard the defensive line. Of course, the speed of the defenders is also an important consideration.

4-1-2-1-2 Narrow Player Roles

The roles and positions of players are not fixed. Only by fine-tuning the strategy in combination with the actual situation to give full play to the advantages of the players can you win the ultimate victory. And here lies the player roles for your reference in 4-1-2-1-2 Narrow formation.

• Goalkeeper: Goalkeeper, Defend
• Left-back: Wing-back, Balanced
• Right-back: Full-back, Balanced
• Centre-backs: Defender, Defend
• Defensive Midfielder: Holding, Defend
• Central-midfielders: Box-to-box, Balanced
• Attacking Midfielder: Playmaker, Balanced
• Strikers: Advanced Forward, Attack

Players To Defense

In EA FC 25, the role and tasks of the goalkeeper are relatively traditional, and there is no major role change. The default of 4-1-2-1-2 (Narrow) lacking width can be compensated by playing the fullbacks effectively.

Fullbacks feature strong stamina and a greater attacking threat. When they lose possession, they reinforce the defensive line, but when in possession, they act as an extra attacker.

As for the two centre-backs, they should take the responsibility of “Defend” and “Defend”. The main responsibility is to reinforce the back line. Of course, they can also attack from the back if necessary.

Players For Midfield

All four midfielders provide defensive support for the entire team. The defensive midfielder takes the job to protect your back line and cover as much of the playing field as possible. Besides this, when you get the ball back, they will move slightly to pass the ball and attack. Of course, their focus is still on the defensive side.

The half-wingers will provide you with width support. It is recommended to use two midfielders with high overall ratings. They take the role of “Balanced”, who are targeted at serving key cogs in 4-1-2-1-2 Narrow formation in FIFA 25 to cover all areas between the two penalty areas.

It should be noted that the penalty area midfielders are always the core and key to the team’s victory. They work hard to allow the offensive midfielders to pass the ball into the penalty area, while providing defensive support.

Players To Attack

You can not place the hope on several players in 4-1-2-1-2 Narrow formation. As the game becomes more and more intense and tense, it comes the time for your two forwards to step up. In addition to attacking, they will also seize any opportunity to score goals. Therefore, the forwards of this formation had better have a fairly high overall rating. If you have someone like Harry Kane as your player, then you don’t have to worry at all.

Players Recommended

Although there are countless players who can perfectly fit into the 4-1-2-1-2 Narrow formation, which is one reason why this formation is popular, if you can have those powerful players by spending EA FC 25 Coins, then you can win the game more easily.

In the terms of defense, Josko Gvardiol, Manuel Akanji and Micky van de Ven serves as the perfect centre-backs. Because they have the most important attribute of a defensive player in FC 25 - speed, which supports them. They have the most important attribute of a defensive player in the game.

And Gvardiol can also play as a full-back. After all, the positional versatility of a player is also an important indicator to judge a player’s ability.

As for midfield, it is recommended Atletico Madrid star Marcos Llorente and Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga. Their data is comprehensive, which means they will be very good at solving various situations in the midfield and making positive adjustments and distribution.

Of course, if your budget is not that high, then it is recommended to choose Ademola Lookman and Inaki Williams with amazing speed score.

The above is the sharing of 4-1-2-1-2 Narrow formation in EA FC 25. If you want to know more about formation consultation, welcome to join IGGM discord. There will also be limited-time giveaways of in-game resources in its giveaway channel, such as FC 25 Coins. Thanks for reading.

It’s been almost two months since FC 25 was launched. Although it was a good game at the beginning, the game developers have been constantly updating and optimizing it to provide players with a better experience.

There are some new mechanisms or activities that require players to follow up and understand the relevant information in time to play them better, such as Bag Of Tricks Evolution.

This is an activity to help players upgrade. You can upgrade their cards by selecting ball carriers and using 50000 EA FC 25 Coins to make them stronger than before in unique positions in FIFA 25 Ultimate Team.

Then you must want to know which players are more suitable for this mechanism. Next, we will introduce you to the 7 most suitable players to upgrade through Bag Of Tricks Evolution.

1. Isi Palazón

This 29-year-old midfielder from Spain is a good upgrade choice in this evolution, especially his outstanding speed trait makes his card stand out among a crowd of players. When you successfully upgrade him through FC 25 Coins, his offensive data will be strengthened as never before.

In the game, you can deploy him as a right midfielder, left midfielder, right wing or attacking midfielder according to your preference. In addition, his card data is speed 90, dribbling 89, shooting 85, passing 80, physical fitness 69, defense 39, skill moves four stars and weak foot accuracy three stars.

With his new inside forward role, we are sure that he will start the attack from the wing, eventually cut inside, put the ball on his dominant foot and shoot, thus leading the team to victory.

2. Takefusa Kubo

Japanese winger Takefusa Kubo is an excellent dribbler, and he mainly plays in the right wing on the court. He has excellent speed, dribbling and skills, which enables him to break through opponents on the court. In addition, his potential is also very good, and you can develop his game card in Ultimate Team.

And this talented Japanese player can play both as a winger and a striker, and he can basically get a good game rating in every game. His technical play helps him reach the highest speed when sprinting, so that he can easily break through the opponent’s defense with a feint and score the eventual goal.

3. Serge Gnabry

Serge Gnabry is already one of the best wing midfielders in EA FC 25. If he is upgraded through Bag Of Tricks Evolution, his card will be among the best. He has excellent offensive data and strong physical fitness, which makes him a very good midfielder.

Besides being a midfielder, he also has the qualities of a top striker. If you want him to play this position or there is no reliable striker on the team, you can let him “part-time”. His card data is speed 89, dribbling 89, shooting 86, passing 80, physical fitness 71, defense 43, four-star skill moves and four-star weak foot accuracy. These high stats make him an indispensable player in your team.

4. Malcom

This midfielder from Brazil's full name is Malcom Filipe Silva de Oliveira. His card has decent base stats, and after strengthening, it becomes even more impressive, making it attractive even in Ultimate Team. He currently plays for Saudi Pro Club Al Hilal as an attacking midfielder and right midfielder.

His card, after upgrading through Bag Of Tricks Evolution, will be one of the best player cards you can choose in the mechanic. Not only is Malcom’s ability to dribble past opponents impressive, but with his upgraded performance, he will perform unique flick trick moves.

5. Sadio Mané

This player also plays for Saudi Pro Club Al Hilal. His card, after strengthening, can change his primary position on the field to a striker. And because of his versatility, he can also play as a left midfielder, left winger, and even right midfielder.

Of all the card stats, his offensive stats are the most impressive, as he has 90 speed, 89 dribbling, 86 shooting, 80 passing, 80 physical fitness, 44 defense, four stars in trick moves, and four stars in weak foot accuracy. These solid attributes and technical play allow him to dribble past opponents with ease, making him a top striker in FC 25.

6. Andrea Colpani

Andrea Colpani is from and is one of the youngest players in the game. As a midfielder, he received a well-rounded evolution card under the Bag Of Tricks Evolution mechanism, with excellent offensive and defensive capabilities. His offensive end is very deadly, as he has explosive power, strong dribbling ability, and can finish shots from short and long distances.

On the other hand, his defense is excellent, as his physical fitness makes it difficult for opponents to break through him easily. After his evolution, his attributes are fully upgraded to dribbling 94, sprint speed 93, ball control 92, endurance 90, reaction 87, acceleration 87, agility 87, bounce 84, skill action four stars and weak foot accuracy four stars.

7. Lamine Yamal

This also very young Spanish player Lamine Yamal is called a prodigy, and he also got better card data under Bag Of Tricks Evolution mechanism. Especially his speed and dribbling ability are enough to make him a core figure in your team.

Although his main position on the court is right wing, he can also play on the left wing and right midfield. After the upgrade, his card data is speed 90, dribbling 89, shooting 82, passing 80, physical fitness 53, defense 23, skill action four stars, weak foot accuracy three stars. In addition, his card playing methods mainly include fancy technology, exquisite shooting, etc.

I think you probably already know which players to choose for your Bag Of Tricks Evolution. Of course, these 7 are just some players you can choose from. You can also enter IGGM Discord to communicate with other players for more possibilities.

In addition, the giveaway channel of IGGM Discord often holds raffles. Participating in them may get some EA Sports FC 25 prizes. Don’t miss it!

As one of the most competitive games, EA Sports FC 25 is bound with a variety of formations, be it the previous formations or innovative one. For EA series enthusiasts, winning the game is the most important thing, which is also the essence of competitive sports game series.

It is formidable to create a new set of tactics for most players. The most sensible way is to constantly adjust the existing excellent formation to meet the needs of the team.

If the players in your team are not be categorized as the best players, or the focus of the entire team is mainly on defense, then it is recommended to try 5-4-1 formation. Of course, if you have the best players in the world, then this formation will also pose an offensive threat.

Build-Up Style

FC 25 offers you three options - Balanced, Counter and Short Passes for your build-up style. For 5-4-1 formation, the most apposite option comes to Balanced, which will grant you the control of the match.

Player Roles

• Goalkeeper: Defending, Keeper
• Left-Back: Wing-back, Balanced
• Centre-Backs: Defender, Defend
• Right-Back: Wing-back, Balanced
• Left Central-Midfielder: Playmaker, Roaming
• Right Central-Midfielder: Holding, Defend
• Right Midfielder: Inside Forward, Balanced
• Left Midfielder: Inside Forward, Attack
• Striker: Advanced Forward, Complete

The above player’s position allocation is not fixed. You are available to do some tweaks based on the practical situation.

Defense Player Roles

In 5-4-1 formation, goalkeepers will be the foundation of the entire team. goalkeepers features the security and reliability in FIFA 25. They will always stay between the goalposts unless called upon at the last minute.

Then all three central defenders should be set to “Defender” and “Defend” roles. At the same time, they can also attack from the back. This player distribution undoubtedly strengthens the stability and security of the entire team.

Full-backs take on part of the attacking tasks and support some much-needed width. Set your left-back and right-back as “Full-back” and “Balance” respectively to support them to advance forward to support the attack and then return to the defensive position.

And you can also leave them in the front court to defend when needed if you unfortunately lose the control of the ball. This versatility of players is the perfect epitome to show the advantages of 5-4-1 formation.

Midfield Player Roles

In FC 25, a vigorous defense is important, but so is the midfield, which serves as the channel to break up the attack while also being able to continuously transfer the ball to the front court.

One of your midfielders should be set up in the “Holding” and “Defend” roles to promise the stability of midfield and break down attacks of your rivalries. During attack, the midfielder can also protect the back line and cover counterattacks.

Midfielders will lock down the penalty area to grant their partners more freedom to play in the field. Midfielders may be out of position during attack, and their partners can fill in to keep the formation intact.

In the aspects of flank, your players should be sent “Inside Forward” and “Attack” to create the chance for them to cut in from the flank and attack. The best players for this position are those who are fast and can break through defenders. You can refer to the player’s stats and keep an eye on those players with fastest speed in FC 25, or by devoting some FIFA 25 Coins to enhance the performance of your players.

Attacking Player Roles

In a 5-4-1 formation, the striker is the attacker and is mainly focused on gaining points for the entire team. The striker can also move freely around the field when necessary. So be sure to choose players with high ratings in all aspects to take on this key role.

Players Recommended

Since 5-4-1 formation emphasizes defense. So in terms of defense, Josko Gvardiol, Manuel Akanji and Micky van de Ven can be selected to take the responsibility for central defenders.

The midfield requires a high level of comprehensive ability from the players. So Marcos Llorente and Eduardo Camavinga with nice overall stats are recommended.

Of course, if you are eligible to have those excellent players with highest rate in FIFA 25, then consider Kylian Mbappe or Erling Haaland, who will definitely give you an upper hand in the game.

But not everyone has such a big budget, so if you are desperate for a cheap star who can quickly shine in the 5-4-1 formation, then consider Ademola Lookman and Inaki Williams with amazing speed advantage.

As one of the most popular formations, the 5-4-1 formation can definitely lead your team to win the game with a little adjustment and equipped with the right players.

The above is the sharing about 5-4-1 formation in FIFA 25. Desire to know more about formations in the game? Please enter IGGM discord, and the in-game resources like FC 25 Coins will be given away to players in the terms of raffles in its giveaway channel sometimes. Please do not miss it. Thanks for reading.

It’s been nearly two months since the release of EA Sports FC 25. Have you been playing and exploring it? Regardless of how far you’ve progressed in the game, Season 2 of FC 25 is here, so why not get ready for it?

To ensure that players can have a wonderful experience in Season 2, the game makers have set up more new challenges and tasks for players. As long as you complete them, you can earn skill points to exchange for various rewards, including FIFA 25 Coins.

Among all the challenges in Season 2, we recommend that you prioritize completing Seasonal Manager Career Objectives. Because it contains 7 specific goals, if you complete them all, you will get a lot of skill points. Based on this, let us introduce you to the details you need to pay attention to when completing this set of Objectives.

Overview Of Seasonal Manager Career Objectives

This set of challenges will last until the last week of November in the game, and the rewards provided will help you continue to play Ultimate Team mode well. The 7 tasks and the skill points you can get by completing them are as follows:

• Make Five Top Grade Transfers: 200 Skill Points
• Promote 3 Youth Players: 200 Skill Points
• Shortlist 10 Players: 200 Skill Points
• Win A Major Competition: 200 Skill Points
• Participate In 10 Press Conferences: 200 Skill Points
• Hire A 5-Star Coach: 200 Skill Points
• Complete 20 Training Drills: 200 Skill Points

How about it? Are you confident that you can complete all the tasks? It’s not difficult at all as long as you master the method. And we will provide you with detailed help accord to the content of each task.

1. Make 5 Top Grade Transfers

Compared to other tasks, this challenge may be a little tricky because in order to achieve the “top” level transfer, you must get A grade in the transfer rating. And it all depends on your negotiation skills. The more superb your skills are, the more chance you will get of A grade rating.

Please note that whether you can get A-level transfer also depends on the difficulty level of the transfer you choose. So before you ask the club for a transfer, always keep in mind the market value of the player you want to transfer back.

However, there is a way to help you complete this task more smoothly, which is to sign free agents from the transfer market. To use this method, just go to the transfer market, select five players through the free agent filter, and sign them with the best salary and signing bonus.

2. Promote 3 Youth Players

To complete this task, you need to sign several youth players and promote them to the senior team. First, you need to hire youth scouts in the Academy section and sign young players with a potential value of more than 90 to the senior team. Because only they can help you complete this challenge.

3. Shortlist 10 Players

First go to the transfer center and then add 10 players to shortlist. Since you have already shortlisted five players in the first challenge, you only need to add another five players from different clubs to your shortlist for this task.

4. Win A Major Competition

Compared to the previous challenges, this one requires some gameplay skills and enough time. You need to win the corresponding league according to the club your manager is currently in.

In addition, if your club belongs to Premier League, La Liga and other similar leagues, Champions League, Europa League, and Domestic Titles can also be your club’s major competitions. Participate and win to complete this task.

5. Participate In 10 Press Conferences

To complete this challenge, you first need to attend ten press conferences in the same save file. In fact, this move not only helps to complete the task but also effectively improves the morale of players and team.

So, you can also attend as many press conferences as possible during the subsequent game process to get your team in better game shape before major championship games. However, you only need to attend ten of these conferences to complete this task.

6. Hire 5-Star Coaches

When you go to the team management window in the game and go to the coach management section, you can view and hire different coaches to guide the players on your team. To complete this challenge, you only need to hire four 5-star coaches in the coach market. The reason for 4 coaches is to allow all the attackers, defenders, midfielders, and goalkeepers to receive professional training to ensure the development of the team.

The specific operation is: hover over the empty coach position and press X to enter the coach market, select a five-star coach and assign them to the corresponding position where they have a five-star rating. Remember, all positions must have a five-star coach.

7. Complete 20 Training Drills

In FC 25, players are allowed to conduct up to five training drills every time, so if you want to complete this task, just repeat this process four times before the official match day. This process not only helps to complete the task but also increases various attributes to help players improve themselves.

The above are the 7 specific tasks in the Seasonal Manager Career Objective, and how to complete them. Complete them sooner, and you can redeem the game rewards you want sooner! If you want to know more about the Seasonal Manager Career Objective, you can enter IGGM Discord.

The giveaway channel here has recently been holding a long-term EA FC 25 Coins draw event, and 13 players from different platforms will be drawn to share 5 million FUT 25 Coins! Wish you good luck!

For any sport, a good formation and talented players serve as the two most significant elements to claim the victory. The same is true for EA FC 25, and it is full of various of formations to choose based on the conclusion of the practical experiences. Players can arrange their troops according to the positions where the outstanding players are good at.

However, the evaluation results of any formation are not absolute, so inevitably, there are some underrated or overrated formations.

5-2-1-2 is definitely one of the most underrated five-at-the-back formations in EA FC 25, because it lacks the traditional wing strength to further unleash potential. But this shortcoming can be made up for. You can use the midfield strength of this formation to the extreme by applying the right custom tactics in the editing section.

A few of top EA FC 25 players have proven through their enviable results that 5-2-1-2 formation can bring them victory.

So how can you use the best custom tactics to demonstrate the potential of 5-2-1-2 formation? Please keep reading.

Insight About 5-2-1-2 Formation

Differ from most formations in EA FC 25, 5-2-1-2 does not equip with traditional wingers. It features two strikers leading the frontline.

It assigns a CAM in midfield who could be counted as a playmaker or a Shadow Striker to cast an extra threat to your opponent’s final third.

The two midfielders in this formation can act as half-wingers in special situations to maintain the width of the formation. In addition, they can defend the flanks and create offensive opportunities from the flanks.

As to the defensive line, there are five defenders and three central defenders to safeguard the back line, allowing the full-backs to enter the wide area to attack.

5-2-1-2 formation is particularly suitable for those teams that are absent of strong wingers. Because it gives much emphasis on the midfield area.

And the players in the midfield can create many offensive opportunities with quick passes which help them dominate the battlefield in FC 25. At this time, players with strong offensive ability are crucial. You can devote some FIFA 25 Coins to enhance the performance of your players to the next level.

Best Custom Tactics To Use For 5-2-1-2 Formation

The best custom tactics for 5-2-1-2 formation mentioned below are baaed on the experiences of players who have claimed the victory with its improved formation. These tactics will produce the best results in any mode of FIFA 25.

First, you need to set Build-Up style to Counter and Defensive Approach should be set as Balanced. Then keep the line Height at 60. Next are the player roles and focuses that you must assign:

• LST: Poacher with Attack focus
• RST: False 9 with Build-Up mentality
• CAM: Shadow Striker with Attack focus
• RCM: Playmaker with a Roaming focus
• LCM: Holding with a focus on Defend mentality
• LB: False back with Balanced focus
• RB: Wingback with Balanced focus
• CB (Left): Defender with Defend mentality
• CB (Right): Defender with Defend mentality
• CB (Center): Ball-Playing Defender with a focus on Defend
• GK: Goalkeeper with a Balanced mentality

In this formation, the two forwards will act in different roles. One of them takes the responsibility of a Poacher, who stays upfront and seeks scoring opportunities along the way, and the other striker joins the rank of Central midfielder and Central defender to perform the counter.

Central Midfielders are going to play the role of Shadow Striker to increase the number of our players in the team’s final third counterattack. Among them, one center back takes the burden of a Playmaker who is targeted at passing the ball forward to Poachers to get score, and the other striker will stay in the field to cut off the opponent’s counterattack in time.

LB serves as a false back who will take part in CMs in the midfield area. And the other defender will be a true fullback who is going to stay wide in the flanks. This helps confuse the opponent’s understanding and makes them feel confused with the authentic arrangements on the battlefield.

The three center backs are intended to maintain the integrity of the defense, and one of them will take the responsibility of ball defender, providing aerial or through balls to create threats in the opponent’s half.

Finally, it is worth mentioning the goalkeeper, who still continues to take on defensive duties and remains his position as a non-outfield player.

In fact, in the early stages of FC 25, 5-2-1-2 has always been one of the best formations to destroy the opponent, and has always been sought after and liked by many players.

This formation is particularly suitable for teams of players who are good at attacking, especially in counterattacks. By customizing the best strategic planning for the 5-2-1-2 formation in the later stage, it makes up for the disadvantage of wing strength and strengthens the defensive line. It is worth a try.

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The above are the best custom tactics sharing about the 5-2-1-2 formation. If you want to know more formation options, welcome to enter IGGM discord, and there will be a limited-time lottery event held in Giveaway channel. Thanks for reading.

EA Sports FC 25 is a popular game that players around the world compete in. To achieve the best performance in Division Rivals and Champions, players need to constantly optimize their team and adopt effective tactics, especially in Ultimate Team mode.

The 4-3-2-1 formation is favored for its excellent midfield control ability, and it has remained effective despite the change from the traditional forward configuration to a double attacking midfield. Below is a summary of the recommended 4-3-2-1 tactics in EA FC 25.

Tactics

• Build-up Style: Balanced
• Defensive Approach: Balanced

In FC 25, there is no longer any need to adjust the number of “players in the box” or the width of the team. Although the player roles have become more complex to be closer to reality, the game has simplified the operation and only requires adjusting the build-up style and defensive approach.

It is recommended to use a ‘balanced’ build-up style instead of ‘counter’ or ‘short passes’, so that players can flexibly switch between forward runs and short passes, ensuring that the team’s transition to a possession shape is smooth and not out of control.

Additionally, defensive strategies should be “balanced” to ensure they can defend deep when necessary, or press forward quickly when looking to attack. This flexibility is essential for a 4-3-2-1 formation that emphasizes midfield control to avoid appearing vulnerable in defense. It is recommended to set the height line between 60 and 70, which is a safer option. Settings above 70 may bring unnecessary risks.

Player Roles

Perfecting player roles is one key to victory. In a 4-3-2-1 formation, there are a variety of tactics to choose from, but we particularly recommend the following.

• Goalkeeper: Defending, Goalkeeper
• Centre-Backs: Defender, Defend
• Right-Back: Full-Back, Balanced
• Left-Back: Full-Back, Defend
• Left Central Midfielder: Deep Lying Playmaker, Defend
• Right Central Midfielder: Box-to-Box, Balanced
• Central Midfielder: Holding, Defend
• Right Attacking Playmaker: Shadow Striker, Attack
• Left Attacking Playmaker: Playmaker, Roaming
• Striker: Target Forward, Balanced

Defensive Player Roles

In an attack-oriented tactic, the 4-3-2-1 formation may seem traditional. If you want to have an active player between the sticks, consider using a “sweeper keeper”, but it is risky. The traditional goalkeeper, as the last line of defense, rarely gets involved in the attack, is ideal for this formation.

The two centre-backs should adopt the ‘defender’ and ‘defend’ roles, focusing on defending rather than advancing. Although they can be manually controlled to attack from the back, AI ​​will ensure that they are in the correct position when defending.

On either side of the formation, the full-back can be placed in the ‘full-back’ and ‘balanced’ or ‘full-back’ and ‘defend’ positions. The full-back on ‘defend’ stays in the back when out of possession, and moves inside to form a back three when in possession.

The ‘balanced’ full-back has more freedom to advance, but his primary responsibility is still to defend. While this can lead to a slightly asymmetrical team, it can increase defensive security.

Midfield Player Roles

In a 4-3-2-1 formation, the three midfield players play different roles, linking the defence and attack. The most critical are the ‘holding’ and ‘defend’ midfielders, similar to Rodri, who hold the defensive line and cover the field extensively, while also being the launch point for attack.

The right midfielder is responsible for ‘box-to-box’ and ‘balanced’, and is the key link, constantly running and participating in the transition between attack and defense.

On the left side of the midfield three, you need a ‘deep-lying playmaker’ who focuses on ‘defense’, planning attacks from the back and blocking passing routes. In front are two playmakers - one is a ‘shadow striker’ on ‘attack’, and the other is a ‘playmaker’ and ‘roaming’.

They will act as creative outlets, acting as the ‘creative fulcrum’ of the midfield, responsible for creating attacking spaces and opportunities. Therefore, no matter how many FIFA 25 Coins you spend, you must grab the players who meet the requirements as soon as you can pick them up.

Although they are rarely involved in defense, the presence of the three midfield players makes up for this. The ‘shadow striker’ activities in the space behind the striker are another way to attack.

Attacking Player Roles

In the 4-3-2-1 formation, a single attacker can be supported by three creative channels. As a ‘balanced’ ‘target forward’, it is necessary to be physically strong to control the ball, protect the ball and lead the attack, while relying on crosses and passes. They also need to drop off the defence and pass the ball to their teammates.

Also Read: FC 25 Coins Giveaways

Players To Use

A 4-3-2-1 formation requires players with speed, especially in the final third. EA Sports FC 25 has ranked the best players, including the best centre-backs and the best value wingers. You need a striker with speed who can break defences, but also can hold the ball. Athletic Bilbao striker Inaki Williams is an affordable option, with experience in a number of positions up front.

To support the striker, you need two attacking midfielders who are creative and a threat. Moussa Diaby or Ousmane Dembélé are ideal, although they are not pure playmakers, but they can fill that role. Defensively, you need players with speed who can hold the line easily. The likes of Josko Gvardiol, Manuel Akanji and Micky van de Ven can do this. They are naturally fast and cannot be easily chased.

Hopefully, these tips will help you achieve better performance in EA Sports FC 25 and enjoy the fun of competition! If you want to explore more different tactics, you may want to join IGGM discord to share with players in the community. More importantly, there is a FC 25 product giveaway going on here recently. Come and join!

Trailblazer Turbo Evolution serves as a system to upgrade certain players who are equipped with Trailblazer card in EA Sports FC 25. It is aimed at enhancing the data of pace, passing, defending, dribbling, physicality, and shooting and make players stand out in the team.

Trailblazer Turbo Evolution can be counted as another free evolution in the game. And all you need to do is to satisfy the demands and go through five stage challenges smoothly. Among other things, the requirements are to reach max 85 overall and have a Trailblazer rarity card.

Here lies 7 best Trailblazers Turbo Evolution players for your reference. If you are interested in them, try to bring them to your team.

7. Álex Baena

• Evo Rating: 86
• Position: LM

Álex Baena serves as the Spanish midfielder and has got his trailblazer card upgraded and embrace some nice stats. He plays as a winger or a striker. And his Trailblazer card grants him a nice performance in the midfield and striker.

If you are desperate for a player who is excelled at playing free kick and owns high accuracy, then it is recommended to bring Álex Baena with 88 free kick accuracy to your team by spending some EA FC 25 Coins.

6. Elias Saad

• Evo Rating: 85
• Position: LW

Elias Saad also has a trailblazer card which makes him eligible to get upgraded. This skilled player has excellent offensive abilities that support him getting past opponents in tight spaces and putting the ball in the net.

His card stats show 90 dribbling, 88 pace, 81 shooting, 81 passing, 71 physical ability, 44 defending, 5-star skill moves, and 3-star weak foot accuracy, respectively. These excellent data support him easily being among the best left wingers in Ultimate Team. If you are looking for a decent left winger, he is a great signing.

5. Gabriela García

• Evo Rating: 86
• Position: CDM

We are surprised to see Gabriela García as a great women players who has also got a trailblazer card, which makes her a dominant force in the midfield position. In the aspects of attacking and defending, she has enough advantages which can be demonstrated by her stats. Therefore, she is a pleasant option for defensive midfielder, or a central midfielder.

90 physicality and 83 defending absolute advantages make it difficult for opponents to break through her, and what is also commendable is her anticipation and quick reaction ability. This Venezuelan midfielder plays for Atlético Madrid achieves an average 8.07 rating in each game on average.

4. Jobe Bellingham

• Evo Rating: 86
• Position: CM

Under the support of trailblazer card, Jobe Bellingham’s statistics are very comprehensive, especially in offense and defense. This all-round advantage will definitely make him a popular target for players.

Jobe Bellingham plays for Sunderland now, and his primary position comes to attacking midfield, and striker, central midfield, and defensive midfield can be viewed as his secondary positions. In the term of player traits, his rating is as high as 90. This is enough to be used against any opponent. He will definitely become a hero guarding your midfield, and helps you claim the victory of the game.

3. Jhon Durán

• Evo Rating: 85
• Position: ST

Jhon Jader Durán Palacio serves as one of the few Premier League strikers who embrace a trailblazer card, who are equipped with overpowered speed. His shooting, dribbling, and physical presence promise him to stand out with ease.

Jhon Durán is also a deadly long-range shooter, and his powerful shot always overshadows other players.

2. Óscar Mingueza

• Evo Rating: 85
• Position: RB

This strengthened card grants Óscar Mingueza one of the best right backs of the game. With his excellent defensive and attacking abilities, he becomes the fantastic option for right back, or as a right midfielder.

90 pace, 85 physical ability, 83 defending, 81 dribbling, 81 passing, 45 shooting, 3-star skill moves, and 3star weak foot accuracy contributes all of his stats.

1. Antonee Robinson

• Evo Rating: 86
• Position: LB

He receives an overall one-point boost to all of his attributes except pace, making him the player who benefits the most overall. And his FC 25 Trailblazer card shows 94 pace, 86 physicality, 85 dribbling, 82 defending, 79 passing, 54 shooting, three-star skill moves, and three-star weak foot accuracy to us.

As the player with the highest overall improvement, Antonee Robinson’s performance has always attracted widespread attention and finally lived up to expectations. Especially in the competition with left-wing opponents, he often brings us surprises.

With the blessing of the trailblazer card, the player who already performed well has been further improved, and the player’s choice of players has also been expanded.

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That’s it for the top seven players who have received the trailblazer card in FIFA 25. If you want to know more information, please enter IGGM discord. There will also be a lucky draw event in giveaway channel. Please take part in timely and earn bring the rewards home! Thanks for reading.

In the competitive EA community, especially in EA Sports FC 25 Ultimate Team mode, players are hungry for victory. Therefore, proper formation and tactics are crucial. The 4-4-2 formation is known for its balance and security, providing solid defensive and attacking support.

This symmetrical formation allows players to control every area of ​​the pitch. In FUT 25, 4-4-2 is one of the best formations and we will cover the best tactics and roles to go with it, which can be the deciding factor in winning crucial games.

Tactics

• Build-Up Style: Short Passes
• Defensive Approach: Balanced

In FIFA 25, the tactical system has undergone a major overhaul, eliminating the need to specify width and the number of players in the box. Now it’s just a matter of deciding on your playmaking style and defensive approach.

For a 4-4-2 formation that emphasizes possession, short passes are the best option. In this style, players will frequently make short passes to support the ball carrier and reduce blind forward runs, helping you to better control the ball and maintain a longer offensive.

For the 4-4-2 formation, it is also crucial to adopt a balanced defensive strategy. This strategy allows your defense to flexibly adjust its depth and press forward to find offensive opportunities at the right time. Combined with top defensive players and setting a defensive height line of about 60-70, you can ensure a solid defensive line and avoid being penetrated by the opponent.

Player Roles

In EA FC 25, adapting player roles to the 4-4-2 formation is crucial. Here is our recommended 4-4-2 setup:

• Goalkeeper: Goalkeeper, Defend
• Centre-Backs: Ball-Playing Defender, Defend
• Left-Back: Wing-Back, Defend
• Right-Back: Full-Back, Balanced
• Left Central Midfielder: Deep-Lying Playmaker, Defend
• Right Central Midfielder: Box-to-Box, Defend
• Left Midfielder: Winger, Balanced
• Right Midfielder: Inside Forward, Balanced
• Left Striker: Advanced Forward, Attack
• Right Striker: False 9, Build-Up

Defensive Player Roles

In EA FC 25, goalkeepers should stick to their traditional ‘keeper’ and ‘defender’ roles to ensure the last line of defence. Using a sweeper goalkeeper, while an option, is often unnecessary and may introduce unnecessary risk.

For a 4-4-2 formation, a non-traditional centre-back set-up is recommended, setting them up as “ball-playing defenders”. This enhances the ability to advance the ball, use their defensive solidity and passing ability to easily create offsides and support playmaking.

The beauty of the 4-4-2 formation is its flexibility, especially in the role of the full-backs. The left back can serve as “wing-back” and “defense”, taking into account both offense and defense, providing width and energy. This requires versatile, physical players who can move forward to support the attack and look like extra attackers.

The right-back plays a ‘full-back’ and ‘balanced’ role, being more defensive and prioritizing goal protection, releasing pressure by dropping back, holding the line and providing passing options.

Midfield Player Roles

In a 4-4-2 formation, spending some FC 25 Coins to acquire strong midfielders is crucial. Although there are only two midfielders, they provide comprehensive support to the team by playing a “box-to-box” role. They need to perform well on both ends of the floor, contribute to defense and offense with tireless energy, and be an integral part of the team.

Along with the versatile midfielder, the “deep-lying playmaker” in the defensive position provides an attacking outlet in the midfield. They control the tempo of the game, act as a key cog in organizing play from the back, and focus on blocking passing lanes to ensure the team maintains control when attacking.

On either flank, using a ‘winger’ in one ‘balanced’ position and an ‘inside forward’ in another ‘balanced’ position can make it difficult for the opponent to deal with. The winger uses speed and agility to stretch the defense and deliver dangerous crosses, staying close to the touchline to provide support for the flanks. Inside forward moves from the wing, to become a goal threat, adding variety to the opponent.

Attacking Player Roles

In a 4-4-2 system, two attackers are used: an advanced forward and a false nine. Advanced forwards focus on scoring and positioning to outrun defenders, while also being involved in organizing passes and running from behind.

False nine creates space and confuses defenders, dropping deep to pull defenders out of position and linking the midfield with the attack, contributing to the defensive phase of the game. This provides balance to the team and ensures gaps are always filled.

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Players To Use

In EA Sports FC 25, many players are suitable for 4-4-2. The offense needs speed and versatility, and the budget-friendly Ademola Lookman and Inaki Williams are ideal. They are fast, have an eye for goal and can adapt to multiple positions and are suitable to participate in the game.

In the midfield, you need strong midfielders such as Atletico Madrid star Marcos Llorente and Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga, who are fast and powerful. Defensively, speedy centre-backs such as Josko Gvardiol, Manuel Akanji and Micky van de Ven are ideal, their speed providing versatility to the deep defence, with Gvardiol also able to play at left-back.

The combination of these players and tactics in EA Sports FC 25 will provide you with a strong and balanced team to help you achieve victory in Ultimate Team mode. If you are interested in these players, you can follow Giveaway channel in IGGM discord and be active in the discord group, which will release FC 25 product gift information from time to time. Through carefully selected players and tactical configurations, you will realize the full potential of your 4-4-2 formation.

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!