The best EA FC 25 formations? Here they are!

The best EA FC 25 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 25 formations and custom tactics through a code, which are considered the best in the game.

Not only assembling your dream team in EA FC 25 Ultimate Team is important. You want to make sure you keep up with the current EA FC 25 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 and we are here to try you to help solve the most prominent EA FC 24 mystery: which EA FC 24 formation is the best?

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EA FC 25 4-4-2 formation & custom tactics with code: the new meta!

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 its perfect for beginners and advanced players alike.

EA FC 25 Custom Tactics and Player Instructions for 4-4-2 (code (k49#X9Qruh4)

  • Tactical Preset: Custom

  • Tactic to use: 4-4-2 Flat

  • Build-up Style: Balanced

  • Defensive Approach: High (Line Height: 70)

  • 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: Inside Forward, Attack

  • Right Mid: Inside Forward, Attack

  • Strikers: Advanced Forward, Attack

EA FC 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 found out the new meta formation that almost every professional EA FC player uses, including our own Team Gullit players. Lets 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 managed to recreate 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 who are 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 who are 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 least goals against you possible. Your mid field is also fairly strong, though your attack obviously lacks. Therefore what you want here is 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 formations of the past, 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

More EA FC 25

EA Sports FC 25 is the newest game from developer EA. At Team Gullit, we have written about nearly every expect of EA FC 25. Such as EA FC 25 Formations, EA FC 25 Attacking Tips, EA FC 25 Defending, and EA FC 25 Rush Mode. If you have any other questions feel free to reach out to us on social media or through our contact page on the website

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