I've played 12 seasons buddy, I don't mean to sound condescending, but I have tried and tested different formations and they do play a role.
The reason you're getting the odd troll result with that formation is because you're leaving yourself horribly exposed defensively, too much focus on attack.
Even a weaker team, using the right formation could do damage against it, take an MC away, and replace him and a DC with DL/DR, and you'll find yourself with a 4-4-2 Hex, it's much more balanced and you'll also find your attacks more effective as the DL/DR will complement the AML/AMR.
I'd fancy my chances against his formation using the weaker team, and the right tactics![]()