Help Protecting Leads

[nikolgiorgos]

4 def. +1 DMC are enough for me to keep the lead (unless oppo has 3ST + AMR+AML).
Mentality defense of course, no offside, yes to counter and better man-to-man if Q equal or better (I know about stamina but for critical games like semi final it's worthy to spend some extra greens).
Also blue arrows on defenders.

[KunAndFriends]

4 def. +1 DMC are enough for me to keep the lead (unless oppo has 3ST + AMR+AML).
Mentality defense of course, no offside, yes to counter and better man-to-man if Q equal or better (I know about stamina but for critical games like semi final it's worthy to spend some extra greens).
Also blue arrows on defenders.

I usually blue arrow my DM. Wasn't sure if blue arrows for defenders makes them more passive (as in look to make more interceptions than playing tight to their man) or to focus more on defending. I'll try using it on my defenders next time. I have a CL semi tonight against a similar ranked team (me:35.4v37.5). I'm only in my third full season at level 3 so I'm still learning some of the ropes. I guess the CL and cups aren't the same level as leagues? My manager history says I finished 3rd in a level 7 cup so I was probably punching above my weight to begin with. My basic strategy has been buying young players (24 is my oldest, with the rest 20 and below) and improving facilities when I have the money. Also buying players at like 2am when there aren't as many people to bid against.