My observation is that the weakness this season is the sole striker is not enough. That is why 4-3-3 is so much better this season the three strikers are making a big difference. I also don't like weak central formations, and I think at least 2 MCs is still a must. That is why I am working with 4-4-2 as my base formation now. I am lucky I have two flexible wingers (ML/AML and MR/AMR) I can go from 4-4-2 to 4-2-2w-2 in a snap.

So far my ML/AML is the superstar this season! Ah well. They keep us guessing!!