A question for all you pros out there....

[mmunger]

When do you use the "normal" mode? What other settings typically accompany it? I've been using defense and attack successfully, but i'm not sure in what situations I might use the normal mode.

Thanks!

Normal is what I use most of the time with mixed passing focus, short passing, zonal marking. I find it good for ball possession and creating chances while minimizing risks.

I only change to adapt to specific situations because 1- I build my team around a game plan with midfielders 2- my team generally has more quality than opponents.

Exceptions?

An opponent has an attacking formation and has too much fun taking shots against my keeper although I think my team is better. I will switch to Attacking, using my possession to take the game to them.

The opposite may happen with Defensive mode against better teams only. Then, I switch everything to Defensive with long passes.

Otherwise, Normal is the way to go for balance.