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4-2-3-1 formation
A solid base. Room for a number ten.
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My 4-2-3-1 XISTARTING XI
ATTACKMIDFIELDDEFENSE
LINEUPCRAFTYOUR TEAM. YOUR CALL.
Ready to make it yours4-2-3-1
ON THE TACTICS BOARD
How the 4-2-3-1 works
Four defenders sit behind two holding midfielders, three attacking midfielders and a lone striker. Place the number ten between the opposition midfield and defence.
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
The double pivot can protect the defence and support controlled build-up.
What to watch
The lone striker needs nearby support to avoid becoming isolated.
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4-2-3-1
A solid base. Room for a number ten.
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