The best EA FC 26 formations? Here they are!

The best EA FC 26 formations and custom tactics can make all the difference during a game. Want to be dominating the virtual pitch like Pep Guardiola or Jürgen Klopp? Then we recommend picking up one of our recommended EA FC 26 formations and custom tactics through a code, which are considered the best in the game.

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Not only is assembling your dream team in EA FC 26 Ultimate Team important. You want to make sure you keep up with the current EA FC 26 meta, and one of the most vital parts of that is your formations. 4-4-2? 5-3-2? There are plenty of options to choose from, and we are here to help you solve the most prominent EA FC 26 mystery: which EA FC 26 formation is the best?

The best EA FC 26 Formations

Of course, our pros are trying out everything and cooking up the best possible formations and tactics for you to use so that you can dominate FUT Champions (and your friends). While we wait for their careful analysis of the most up-to-date picks regarding formations and tactics, we would like to take you on a trip down memory lane. Remember the best formations and tactics from EA FC 25? You might want

EA FC 25 Formation 4-2-3-1 Wide: The April 2025 Meta

If you have watched or read our EA FC 25 Tactics and Meta update, you probably already know. The 4-2-3-1 Wide formation is currently one of the most popular formations. It is one of those formations that makes defending much easier, thus making the game easier. So we recommend you give it a try.

EA FC 25 Custom Tactics and Player Instructions for 4-2-3-1 Wide (code yHKGgMG?8PC)

• Tactical Preset: Custom

• Tactic to use: 4-2-3-1 Wide

• Build-up Style: Balanced

• Defensive Approach: Balanced or High (Line Height: 60)

• Goalkeeper: Balanced, Sweeper Keeper

• Left and Right Back: Full Back, Balanced

• Centerbacks: Defender and Defend

• Center Mid Defenders: Holding, Defend

• Center Attack Mid: Playmaker, Balanced

• Left Mid: Inside Forward, Balanced

• Right Mid: Inside Forward, Balanced

• Strikers: Advanced Forward, Attack

EA FC 25 4-4-2 Pro Meta Tactic!

Currently 4-4-2 is one of the most used EA FC 25 formations, especially for those who play competitively. 4-4-2 allows you to have a solid axis, while also allowing your right and center mid to help with the attack. It is also one of the easier formations to play, hence it is perfect for beginners and advanced players alike.

EA FC 25 Custom Tactics and Player Instructions for 4-4-2 (code g45EP1#nq9&)

• Tactical Preset: Custom

• Tactic to use: 4-4-2 Flat

• Build-up Style: Balanced

• Defensive Approach: High (Line Height: 70)

• Goalkeeper: Balanced, Sweeper Keeper

• Left and Right Back: Full Back, Balanced

• Centerbacks: Defender and Defend

• Center Mid Left: Holding, Defend

• Center Mid Right: Holding, Defend

• Left Mid: Inside Forward, Attack

• Right Mid: Inside Forward, Attack

• Strikers: Advanced Forward, Attack

EA FC 25 4-5-1 (2) formation & custom tactics with code: one of our new favourites

One of the most popular formations right now is the EA FC 25 4-5-1 (2) or so called flat formation. Professional players like Emre and Abu Makkah use it, and it plays very much like 4-3-2-1 of last year's EA FC. Therefore we feel like this could become one of the best formations in the current game, and we recommend you try it out. It is very strong in both attack and defense, with minimal downsides.

EA FC 25 Custom Tactics and Player Instructions for 4-5-1 (2) (code ?#XIVGMG#7%)

• Tactical Preset: Custom

• Tactic to use: 4-5-1 Flat

• Build-up Style: Balanced

• Defensive Approach: Balanced

• Goalkeeper: Goalkeeper, Defend

• Left Back: Wingback, Balanced

• Right Back: Fullback, Balanced

• Centerbacks: Defender and Defend

• Center Mid: Deep-Lying, Defend

• Center Mid Right: Box-to-Box, Balanced

• Center Mid Left: Box-to-Box, Balanced

• Left Mid: Inside Forward, Balanced

• Right Mid: Inside Forward, Balanced

• Strikers: Advanced Forward, Attack

EA FC 25 4-4-1-1 formation & custom tactics with code

The 4-4-1-1 formation is the other formation, next to the aforementioned 4-4-2, that is used a lot by professional EA FC 25 players. It focuses even more on a strong axis, while giving the striker plenty of room to score goals. Obviously, since you are working with only one striker, that player will need to be very good both on the ground and with his head.

EA FC 25 Custom Tactics and Player Instructions for 4-4-1-1 (code FAe5beVMPCV)

• Tactical Preset: Custom

• Tactic to use: 4-4-1-1 Midfield

• Build-up Style: Balanced

• Defensive Approach: Balanced

• Goalkeeper: Balanced, Defend

• Left and Right Back: Full Back, Balanced

• Centerbacks: Defender and Defend

• Center Mid Left: Playmaker, Attack

• Center Mid Right: Holding, Defend

• Left Mid: Winger, Balanced

• Right Mid: Winger, Balanced

• Center Attack Mid: Shadow Striker, Attack

• Strikers: Advanced Forward, Attack

EA FC 25 5-2-1-2 formation & custom tactics with code

We have discovered the new meta formation that almost every professional EA FC player uses, including our Team Gullit players. Let us dive straight into the formation and custom tactics you need for the EA FC 25 5-2-1-2 formation.

EA FC 25 Custom Tactics and Player Instructions for 5-2-1-2 (code %snypSiUYLy)

• Tactical Preset: Custom

• Tactic to use: 5-2-1-2

• Build-up Style: Counter

• Defensive Approach: High (Line Height: 70)

• Goalkeeper: Balanced, PlayStyle: Sweeper Keeper

• Left Back: Attacking Winger, Balanced

• Centerbacks: Defender and Defend

• Center Mids: Box-To-Box, Balanced

• Center Attack Mid: Playmaker, Balanced

• Striker: Advanced Forward, Attack

The EA FC 25 4-3-2-1 formation & custom tactics with code

We have recreated the 4-3-2-1 formation with a 4-5-1 flat formation in EA FC 25. This is the best formation for esports athletes and those aspiring to enter the professional esports scene. It is considered the best formation outside a few banned ones, the three and five backs (in the professional scene). As we said, we recommend this formation for anyone playing competitive FIFA or those looking for a solid foundation.

EA FC 25 Custom Tactics and Player Instructions for 4-3-2-1 (code E#d4vJsK%io)

• Tactical Preset: Custom

• Tactic to use: 4-5-1 Flat

• Build-up Style: Counter

• Defensive Approach: High (Line Height: 70)

• Goalkeeper: Balanced, PlayStyle: Sweeper Keeper

• Left Back: Fullback, Defend

• Centerbacks: Defender and Defend

• Center Mid Left: Playmaker, Attack

• Center Mid: Holding, Defend

• Center Mid Right: Box-To-Box, Balanced

• Left Mid: Inside Forward, Attack

• Right Mid: Inside Forward, Balanced

• Striker: Advanced Forward, Attack

The EA FC 25 5-4-1 Formation for defensive prowess (code L8$B6A&RVNb)

We figured out a way to play extremely defensively: the 5-4-1 formation. With five backs and three center backs, this formation will make sure you get the fewest goals against you possible. Your midfield is also fairly strong, though your attack lacks. Therefore, what you want here is a complete and strong striker.

• Tactical Preset: Custom

• Tactic to use: 5-4-1 Flat

• Build-up Style: Balanced

• Defensive Approach: Balanced

• Goalkeeper: Defending, Keeper

• Left and Right back: Winger, Balanced

• Centerbacks: Defender and Defend

• Center Mid Left: Playmaker, Freeplay

• Center Mid Right: Controller, Defend

• Left and right mid: Inside Forward, Attack

• Right Mid: Inside Forward, Balanced

• Striker: Deep Striker, Complete.

The EA FC 25 4-1-2-1-2 Narrow Formation for complete coverage (code J&h6rNdQTLt)

One of the most popular past formations, the 4-1-2-1-2 makes a comeback in EA FC 25. This formation allows you to dominate the flanks and cover the field wholly.

• Tactical Preset: Custom

• Tactic to use: 4-1-2-1-2 Narrow

• Build-up Style: Short passes

• Defensive Approach: Balanced

• Goalkeeper: Defending, Keeper

• Left and Right back: Fullback, Balanced

• Centerbacks: Defender and Defend

• Defending Center Mid: Winger, Balanced

• Center Mids: Box-to-box, Balanced

• Attacking Center Mid: Winger, Balanced

• Striker: Deep Striker, Attacking

EA FC 26

EA FC 26 is the newest game from developer EA. The game has not changed fundamentally, but it is still different enough compared to previous iterations. Overall, we recommend checking how to get a head start with the EA FC 26 Web App & Companion App, and which EA FC 26 Edition to choose.

While waiting for the release of EA FC 26, you can warm up and learn directly from our pros and coaches with our EA FC 25 Course, now available worldwide!