How can i defeat a 4-1-4-1 formation

[HoofDaddy]

central formation with counter attacks, normal mentality 3w-5-2 with blues on your wingers or 3w-4-2amc-1 with pressing and short passing. I don't think you will need a dmc as he is likely attacking flanks mixed or def flanks long. Look at his previous match sheets and determine where his tendencies and threats are.

Also, this belongs in formations and tactics.