TacticsPlayersGuides
    About UsContact UsPrivacy PolicyTerms & ConditionsDisclaimer

    Built by someone who had too much extra time on their hands after FM 25 was cancelled

    A product by2nd Foundry2nd Foundry
    1. Home
    2. Tactics
    3. 3-4-1-2 (Positive) Tactic

    3-4-1-2 (Positive) Tactic

    Uploaded Tactic

    3-4-1-2 tactic screenshot

    Formation & Style

    Tactical Style:Custom
    Mentality:Positive
    Formation:3-4-1-2
    Team Fluidity:Structured

    In Possession

    Shorter Passing
    Play Out of Defence
    Dribble Less
    Work Ball Into Box
    Be More Disciplined
    Underlap Left
    Slightly Lower Tempo
    Fairly Wide

    In Transition

    Take Short Kicks
    Distribute to Centre-Backs
    Counter
    Regroup

    Out of Possession

    Lower Defensive Line
    High Press
    More Often
    Get Stuck In

    Team Shape Without Ball

    Shape:Compact
    Description:The defense maintains a compact structure with three central defenders, minimizing space for opposing attackers.
    Evidence:Flat Back 3 with CD roles at [2,2], [2,3], [2,4]

    Team Shape With Ball

    Shape:Wide and Triangular
    Description:The attacking shape moves into a wide format allowing for overlaps and inside runs from the wingers.
    Evidence:Winger at [6,1] and Forward at [6,3] create space.

    Phase Description

    Attacking Play

    Focus on utilizing width through the wing-backs and an attacking midfielder supporting two forwards.

    Defensive Transition

    The team looks to regroup quickly and utilize the high press whenever possession is lost.

    Main Focus

    Creating space through overlapping wing-backs and disciplined midfield play.

    Key Strengths

    Strong Defensive Foundation

    Three central defenders provide stability in defense.

    Flexibility in Midfield

    Midfield roles allow for both defensive solidity and attacking support.

    Effective Use of Width

    Wing-backs are tasked with providing width in attack.

    Conflicting Directions

    High Defensive Line vs. Lower Defensive Line

    High press could be negated by a lower defensive line if not adjusted.

    Fluidity vs. Structure

    Team fluidity being structured can limit some creative movements.

    Overlap vs. Underlap

    The overlapping runs of wing-backs might conflict with the underlap instruction.

    Tactical Suggestions

    Adjust Defensive Line

    To better support the high press and transitional play, consider adjusting the defensive line up.

    Fluidity Adjustment

    Consider altering team fluidity to a more fluid style to enhance creativity.

    Tweak Instructions

    Review and possibly remove contradicting instructions such as underlap and overlap.

    Ask Questions About Your Lineup

    04:09 AM

    Related Tactics

    3-4-1-2 tactic

    Tiki-Taka 3-4-1-2

    Tiki-Taka

    3-4-1-2 tactic

    Catenaccio 3-4-1-2

    Catenaccio

    3-4-1-2 tactic

    Positive 3-4-1-2

    Positive

    3-4-1-2 tactic

    3-4-1-2 Formation

    3-4-1-2 tactic

    3-4-1-2 Formation

    Positiva

    3-4-1-2 tactic

    Attacking 3-4-1-2

    Attacking

    3-4-1-2 tactic

    Possession 3-4-1-2

    Possession

    3-4-1-2 tactic

    Route One 3-4-1-2

    Route One