FIFA 18: best formations, player instructions and tactics

Let's find out what are the best lineups, player instructions and custom tactics to use in FIFA 18 to win online and offline

FIFA 18 has been out for a while and, following the first patch, some changes introduced have upset the choice of the best modules to win online and offline.

In this updated guide, we will see which ones formations, player instructions e custom tactics you should use to dominate in FIFA 18 online and offline matches.

Specifically we will see an ideal strategy for the counterattack and one suitable for Tiki Taka, trying to go against the two most popular ways to play in FIFA 18.

FIFA 18: Best lineups, player instructions and custom tactics

Following the release of the latest patch, we have found a number of formations and tactics in FIFA 18 that should make your team stronger, taking advantage of some "shortcomings" of the game engine.

Read the descriptions of each of the following best strategies for use in FIFA 18, along with how to set up the best player instructions and the best custom tactics fit for purpose.

The 4-3-2-1 in FIFA 18: the best formation for attacking on the counterattack

The formation 4-3-2-1 it is excellent for those who love to play taking the opponent by surprise, attacking on the break. Especially after setting up the player instructions and custom tactics below.

Best Player Instructions for 4-3-2-1 in FIFA 18

• TD: Stay behind in attack.
• TS: Stay behind in attack.
• Two lateral CCs: Stay behind in attack, must have good skills in defense.
• ATD: Get in behind.
• ATS: Get in behind.
• ATT: if the player's Speed ​​attribute is lower than the value 80 leave the default instructions, if the player's Speed ​​attribute is higher than / equal to the value 80 set Enter behind.

Leave the default instructions for all other players in positions not mentioned.

Best custom tactic for 4-3-2-1 in FIFA 18

Use the following custom tactical settings to get the most out of your 4-3-2-1 formation in FIFA 18.

Maneuver construction

• Speed ​​- 75
• Steps - 48
• Location - Organized

Occasion creation

• Steps - 65
• Cross – 65
• Shooting - 60
• Position - Free

Defense

• Pressing – 45
• Aggression - 53
• Team Width - 52
• Defensive Line - Cover

Best lineups, player instructions and custom tactics for Tiki Taka in FIFA 18

Tiki Taka is a term used primarily to describe it style of play adopted by Barcelona and Spain, even if by now there are several teams that use it around the world.

In essence, it is a strategy that is mainly based on the ball possession. You make the ball spin inside "small triangles" formed by your players "in the opponent's trocar, until you find the right opening to enter the area.

The best FIFA 18 formations for Tiki Taka

The best formations for Tiki Taka in FIFA 18 are those that have players with wide flanks on the pitch. We have listed the best formations for Tiki Taka below.

• 4-2-3-1 (all variants)
• 4-3-3 (all variants)
• 4-3-2-1
• 4-4-2 (all variants)

Best custom tactic for Tiki Taka in FIFA 18

Use the following custom tactical settings to adopt the Tiki Taka strategy in FIFA 18.

Maneuver construction

• Speed ​​- 80
• Steps - 25
• Position - Free

Occasion creation

• Steps - 35
• Cross – 25
• Shooting - 66
• Position - Free

Defense

• Pressing – 40
• Aggression - 60
• Team Width - 40
• Defensive Line - Cover

How to play using the Tiki Taka

To use the Tiki Taka in tactic you need to pass the ball between players who are very close to each other on the pitch. Use the tips below to make sure you retain possession and don't fall victim to your opponent's counter attack.

• Use i normal passages, no through passes except for the definitive insertion in the opponent's area. Through passes are more error prone and can be intercepted easily, unless ample space is available.
• Use movements like drag back, ball roll, fake shot, and face-up dribble for open spaces and move the ball undisturbed.
• Don't be in a hurry, build the maneuver by reasoning e identifying the free space on the field. If necessary, use back passes and wait for teammates to join the maneuver.

FIFA 18: Best lineups, player instructions and custom tactics

This guide to the best lineups, player instructions and custom tactics for FIFA 18 ends here. For any clarification or to give some advice, do not hesitate to use the comments box below.