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4-1-4-1 formation
One anchor. Four midfielders with options.
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My 4-1-4-1 XISTARTING XI
ATTACKMIDFIELDDEFENSE
LINEUPCRAFTYOUR TEAM. YOUR CALL.
Ready to make it yours4-1-4-1
ON THE TACTICS BOARD
How the 4-1-4-1 works
A holding midfielder connects the back four to a line of four midfielders and one striker. Move the central midfielders higher to show their support for the forward.
Start from the goalkeeper, through defense and midfield, up to attack. Drag the markers to adjust width and the distance between each line.
What it gives you
A dedicated holding player provides a clear defensive reference point.
What to watch
The midfield line needs to join attacks so the striker is not left alone.
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