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The 4-2-2-2 formation is a powerful and well-rounded setup that’s popular among top players. Known for its balance, this formation excels both offensively and defensively, offering a strong structure for counterattacks and a solid defensive base. Here’s a breakdown of the best custom tactics, player roles, and strategies to make the most of this formation.

The Tactic
Tactical Preset: Custom
Formation: 4-2-2-2
Build-Up Style: Balanced
Defensive Style: Balanced
Line Height: 50
This setup ensures your team stays compact defensively while remaining effective in build-up play. The balanced style provides flexibility, allowing you to adapt to different situations during a match.

Player Roles
Goalkeeper 
Player: Alisson
Role: Goalkeeper – Defend
Instructions: Keep Alisson on "Stay Back" to focus on key saves. His reflexes and distribution make him ideal for counterattacks.
Right Back :

Player: Juranovi
Role: Fullback – Balanced
Instructions: Set to "Balanced" to let him overlap when needed while staying defensively solid.
Left Back :

Player: Dalot
Role: Fullback – Balanced
Instructions: Like the RB, Dalot should be on "Balanced" for controlled attacking runs and strong defensive positioning.
Center Backs 

Player: Schlotterbeck and Militão
Role: Defenders – Defend
Instructions: Both CBs should be set to "Stay Back" to maintain a strong backline. Schlotterbeck’s aerial dominance and Militão’s recovery speed form an excellent defensive pair.
Central Defensive Midfielders 

Player: Rodri and Patri Guijarro
Role: Holding Midfielders – Defend
Instructions:
"Stay Back While Attacking" and "Cover Center" for both players.
Rodri: His precise passing helps retain possession and control the midfield.
Patri Guijarro: The Long Ball playstyle is excellent for launching quick counters.
Central Attacking Midfielders 

Player: Florian Wirtz and Jamal Musiala
Role: Playmakers – Balanced
Instructions:
Wirtz: Use "Stay Forward" and "Free Roam" to make him the creative link in your attack.
Musiala: Set to "Get Into the Box for Cross" for scoring chances and "Balanced Width" to connect with the strikers.
Strikers 

Player: Gareth Bale and Stina Schelin
Role: Advanced Forwards – Attack
Instructions:
Bale: "Get In Behind" and "Stay Central" to exploit his speed and finishing.
Schelin: "Stay Central" and "Target Man" to hold up play and link with Bale.

Attacking Strategy
This formation shines on quick, central attacks with support from the two CAMs.

Fast Passing: Link your CAMs and strikers with quick, precise passes to exploit gaps in the opponent’s defense.
Counterattacks: After regaining possession, look for through balls and overlaps to catch opponents off guard.
Focus on the Middle: The narrow positioning makes central play effective for both build-up and finishing.
With players like Wirtz and Musiala creating chances, and Bale and Schelin finishing them, this setup is lethal in attack.
Defensive Strategy
The formation offers excellent defensive organization with two CDMs shielding the backline.

Maintain Shape: Avoid pulling players out of position. Let the CDMs control passing lanes and break up attacks.
First Time L1 Triangle: Use this quick-passing technique to transition from defense to attack after regaining possession.
Rodri and Guijarro are key to this system, combining defensive stability with the ability to move the ball forward efficiently.

Why the 4-2-2-2 tactic exellent in practice
The formation strikes a perfect balance between defense and attack. It’s compact enough to prevent opponents from breaking through, yet dynamic enough to launch rapid counterattacks. This makes it an ideal choice for players who enjoy versatility and control.
The learning curve to master the strategy takes a bit time, but once you learn it you’ll find yourself dominating matches in Ultimate Team.

Are you ready to try this formation and elevate your gameplay?