Counter formation for 4-1-3W-2

[Beats89]

Right, mixed opinions now.

So Skidz, you're of the opinion that the 4-5-1v suggested above with the recommended orders might not be as effective?

I have enough strong defenders to put 4 (or even 5) on, one DMC, one strong ML and one relatively strong ML/AML, two strong MCs, one strong MR and one strong MR/AMR and two average STs.

In my limited knowledge, it's a clever tactic he's got there, as he's got nearly everything thrown into attack, but with enough defenders to cover himself too.

So what's the verdict?

[Amirul Azhar]

I'm addicted to the Maple Leaf Formation. Perhaps it can help you beat that team...

[Amirul Azhar]

You got strong wingers. So,playing V-style would be helpful.

I like to use my best players and use a formation where my team can play the best...

[Skidz]

Its up to you at the end of the day but if it was me I would play 4-1-3w-2 or 3-1-4-2!. as you dont have another striker 4-3-3 is out!.

[Beats89]

Well I really appreciate the tips from everyone; I'm playing him on Wednesday so I'll report back with the outcome.

He actually suffered a defeat recently to a slightly weaker team that I beat very comfortably previously. Here's the formation:



Is this formation worth a shot?

Either way cheers for the suggestions, and I'll certainly take one on board.

[Beats89]

Alas, I lost, 0-2. It was pretty close though, he got one in relatively early on, and then one in at the end.

I went with the 4-5-1v as suggested, and also because it's one I know my players are accustomed to and play well at.



Oh well, can't win them all! Thanks to everyone for their input, much appreciated.