My usual formation 4-5-1 V never had good results vs 4-4-2.
That formation doesn't have AMs so the DMC is not necessary.
4-4-2 is a flat formation so counters with 3 AMs can work good - or the high pressing and normal attacks from all sides.
Setting man to man (I used high press +mtm) can prevent from counters of ML-MR or my 2 MCs defend oppo 2 MCs.