
Originally Posted by
Gobobo
Some people who only see tanking in the negative are failing to see the whole picture.
If you've in a league with someone who's tanking, that's one less rival. Last season I was in the league with four 'friends' (I befriended in the game only) who are all strong managers, it was going to be a five-way fight for the title. Now they all went up and three are in a league with a manager who always has at least 6 supporters every game she goddamned plays. I was in a league with her and she always beat stronger teams, I expect because of the support. Not sure how that reflects on football knowledge or strategy.
Fortunately one of my 'friends' - who I've shared leagues with 3 or 4 times - is topping that league and she's just behind him, but I face her in my Champions League group today. She plays with a wide V and lone striker, so I've added a fourth defender in place of my weakest centre midfielder.
As to hating tanking? Better than chasing growth (or your tail) at any price season after season. It's either tank once in a while or give the whole thing up, and Nordeus doesn't just make money by selling you tokens.