Recently, the news that Jonas "Jonny" Wirth crushed his opponents in EA FC 24 Tournament and became the champion of Virtual Bundesliga 2023-24 attracted the attention of many people. In this guide, we’ll give you a brief overview of his playing style and give you expert advice on both defense and offense.

Stable Defensive Formation

Let’s get down to business. There’s nothing flashy about his style of play, especially on defense, which is the foundation of his success.

In fact, I rarely see someone so disciplined on defense that he doesn’t pull defenders out of position and keeping shape is his norm.

Since the midfielders still have a long way to go to cover the wings, Jonny knows that if he involves the full-backs too early, it will create an unfavorable situation on the wings. Because the attacker has the player's advantage on this side. Therefore, with patience, he can allow the wingers to step in, or switch to full-backs, which can stabilize the wings and ultimately help him win the ball.

This composed way of holding a defensive shape is evident in every area of the pitch, and he rarely over-commits with a player even in the trickiest moments of this formation.

Every FC player knows that it’s the scariest defensive situation when you win the ball and immediately concede it. But Jonny could stay calm, and he immediately performed a Jockey movement with L2/LB to maintain defense. While it’s easy to get busy after conceding a goal in front of your own goal, a rock-solid defense is absolutely key to winning the title.

What Is On & Off The Ball Defending?

While he’s unlikely to over-commit his players, he keeps the pressure high with an excellent combination of On and Off The Ball Defending.

So, what is On and Off The Ball Defending? On The Ball is what you know as directly defending the opponent’s player with the ball, but when Jonny switches to anticipating the next ball and uses Second Man Press, that’s Off The Ball Defending.

The best players in the world can fluidly switch between On and Off The Ball Defending because it puts pressure on the player in possession of the ball. Besides this, it also affects their next passing options, forcing opponents into trouble and making mistakes more likely.

Offside Trap

Another tool to put your opponent in trouble is the frequent use of Offside Trap. He likes to use this early in the opponent’s attack, and a pass to his center back is Jonny’s chance to trigger Offside Trap.

This will greatly affect the pace and momentum of the offensive players. Because they have to reset their position, especially when used for the second time a few minutes later, it makes the area in front of the defense difficult to play.

Timing is key here in order to limit the opponent’s movements to create some space in the middle. So Jonny only uses Offside Trap when all four defenders are in position. The opponent cannot pass the ball forward the moment the four defenders push up, so many times when the opponent turns around, it is the key time for Offside Trap.

It’s a very subtle thing, and it rarely results in a direct win of possession, but overall, it changes the dynamics on the pitch and breaks up the opponent’s typical attacking pattern.

Deceptive Long Balls

Now let’s look at Jonny’s offense. One characteristic of his Deceptive Long Balls is that he has a calm playmaking ability and does not rush by changing sides a lot to get players in the right position.

He will often deceptively initiate runs from wingers or full-backs. Then, when a player performs a Deep Run, he will make an extra pass or two to get the ball to a player with good Long Ball Pass ability. What I want to remind you is that buying the right FC 24 Player can help you implement this strategy better.

Jonny chose Bastian Schweinsteiger and Kimmich in the central midfield position. They are the best passers. He scored 13 goals in the semi-finals and final, six of which were initiated by long balls from these two men or the centre-backs.

What’s more, even if opponents adapt and try to start covering these runs, it’s still difficult to defend. Opponents have to recognize the run and mark it, but this gives Jonny more space and freedom to operate in the midfield and he can always deliver excellent passes to Strikers.

In short, Jonny always knows exactly what he needs to do in front of the goal. No matter how tight the angle is or how far away from the goal, he can score easily. Master and use these skills and you can win the game! Good luck!

Hi, players! In this guide, I'll give you some key information for EA FC 24. With the Team of the Season (TOTS) Live is already on PS, it's time to get ready for the Premier League Team of the Season this Friday. So, let's get started!

Dynamic Upgrades In TOTS Live

Team of the Season Live is a new concept introduced this year. Unlike the traditional Team of the Season releases, where players receive static ratings, Team of the Season Live cards have the potential for dynamic upgrades based on their squad's performance in upcoming Premier League TOTS.

For example, let's consider Kai Havertz's card, which boasts impressive stats, including 91 Defending and a 5-star weak foot. If his squad, Arsenal, meets the criteria for upgrades, his card could become even more formidable. This dynamic aspect adds an exciting element to the promo, as players' performances directly affect their in-game ratings.

However, it's worth noting that the Team of the Season Live cards are exclusive to this promo and won't be available during the Premier League Team of the Season releases. Therefore, it remains to be seen how the stats of players featured in those releases will compare.

Rivals & FUT Champions

If you're skilled enough to qualify for FUT Champions, it's essential to participate. With only 20 games required, it's manageable to complete and offers significant rewards. Skilled players can earn 3 Team of the Season Live player picks, with 5 choices each, totaling 15 options. These picks can yield high-rated players like 85x5 or 87x2, along with valuable packs such as 50k packs and 125k packs.

Aim to reach higher ranks at FUT Champions to unlock better rewards. Achieving 60 points, or rank 4, ensures you receive 3 Team of the Season Live players pack. Therefore, it's crucial to perform your best and strive for higher ranks to maximize your rewards. It’s also important to invest in some EA FC 24 Coins to enhance your players’ abilities.

Squad Building Challenges

The last thing that is very important is to do some SBCs. The 86+ Double Upgrade is repeatable twice, and it gives you 2 86+ players. You have to submit an 83 team and an 84 team as well. And I think most of you will have some Fodder in your team, and otherwise it's very easy to obtain Fodder while doing those objectives.

But then there's another one called the 82+ x11 Major Leagues Upgrade. It contains 11 rare gold players, all 82 or above, from the Premier League, League 1, Serie A, Bundesliga, or La Liga. So, well, please do this SBC as it is an insane pack.

If you have the patience to wait a few weeks, I would highly recommend it, because when the Premier League Teams of the Season comes in packs, you will be looking to get some of those cards because they will add most of the great players, most of the best players in the Premier League TOTS.

Pro Tips

Completing objectives is the easiest way to earn substantial rewards. For example, in Season Progress, you can unlock lucrative packs like a 100K pack or an 83x20 pack by grinding through the objectives. Look out for specific objectives like the Ultimate Birthday Champions Bonus, where scoring 200 goals in Rivals or FUT Champions can yield rewards like an 87x4 pack.

Take advantage of limited-time objectives like the Team of the Season Warm Up. By winning games in Squad Battles, Rivals, or FUT Champions, you can earn rewards such as Premier League packs and high-rated players like John McGinn. Completing the objectives requires meeting certain criteria, such as including specific players in your starting lineup or achieving specific gameplay milestones.

Keep an eye on upcoming objectives and events to ensure you don't miss out on valuable rewards. By staying active in EA FC 24 and completing objectives regularly, you can maximize your chances of obtaining desirable rewards and improving your squad.

Today, I'm excited to share with you the ultimate meta 4-2-2-2 formation to dominate the Weekend League in EA FC 24 Team of the Season. These tactics will give you the edge you need to crush your opponents and climb the ranks like never before. So get ready to elevate your game to the next level!

Custom Tactics

Today, let's explore the tactics setting of the 4-2-2-2 formation. We'll start by delving into the tactics: opt for a balanced Defensive Style, set the Width to 42, and maintain a Depth of 55. While employing a press after position loss strategy is viable, you have the flexibility to tweak the depth to approximately 62-65 if desired.

Regarding the Build Up Play, aim for balance, with a focus on Direct Passing for Chance Creation, and an attacking width of 27. It's essential to ensure that the attacking width remains below 30 for this setup. While the specific number isn't overly crucial, keeping it below 30 optimizes performance, as you'll soon discover. Customize your preferences for Corners and Free Kicks accordingly.

Player Instructions

Strikers: Set both of your Strikers to Drift Wide, Get In Behind, and Come Back On Defense. In this formation, your 2 CAM players fulfilling the roles of the Strikers, with the actual 2 Strikers operating in the CAM positions. This strategic setup relies on keeping the attacking width below 30, allowing the 2 Strikers to Drift Wide and function as CAMs, while the Wingers Cut Inside and play as Strikers. These tactics effectively disrupt the opponent's defense, leaving them unsure of whom to mark.

Adjusting to this setup might take some practice. If it doesn't suit your style, simply instruct your Strikers to Stay Central. In this formation, the wide CAMs function as Strikers, tasked with staying forward and positioning themselves in the box for crosses.

The Strikers drop back to defend as Midfielders, while the Wingers Stay Forward, setting the stage for effective counter attacks. If this formation doesn't resonate with you, consider having your CAMs drop back on defense and your Strikers stay central. While casual players may find it challenging at first, those in Division 1 or higher should try it out for a rewarding gameplay experience.

CDM: Next up is the most defensive CDM. This player is on Cut Passing Lanes, Stay Back While Attacking, and Cover Center. You can put Deep Lying Playmaker on this CDM if they have the Long Ball Playstyle on them. The other CDM is going to be on Cut Passing Lanes, balance, and Cover Center.

I recommend playing Goncalo Ramos and Joao Felix as the Striker who’s going to Drift Wide. These 2 are going to link up when we’re going forward, and both of them have the Finesse Shot+ Playstyle, so whenever I’m on that left side of the field, I know finesse shot is an option.

Fullbacks: Following the same pattern, our Fullbacks will be assigned their roles. The defensive Fullback, ideally on the same side as the advancing CDM, will stay back while attacking and default. Conversely, the attacking Fullback will adopt a balanced approach with the Overlap instructions. Having an attacking Fullback with the Playstyle+ is advantageous.

Goalkeeper: The Goalkeeper will maintain the standard settings of coming for crosses and default positioning.

The L1 trigger is a mechanism that can be used to control players without the ball, instructing them to manually advance when attacking an opponent. It is one of the most effective mechanics in EA FC 24. So, we are going to look at 3 main effective scenarios where you can use the L1 trigger and create a lot of opportunities.

How To Perform?

Before that, let's see how you can perform the L1 trigger. First of all, you have to choose a player you want to send forward. To do so, you point the Left Analog Stick towards that player. Then, you simply tap the L1 or LB, and at then the player will run forward in a straight line.

But you have to move quickly, especially when pointing the analog towards that player you want to send forward. This is to avoid the game registering a dribbling movement of the ball holder. So, point the analog quickly and tap the L1. But the most important thing is to put in your time and practice first.

Cutbacks

When during the Cutback, sometimes, you dribble down the byline and find yourself with no passing options because these AI players are inactive sometimes. And that's why sometimes we can use the L1 trigger to send one player forward, and this player will run towards the opponent's goal, creating that dangerous passing option, resulting in a goal-scoring opportunity.

This trick works because a lot of opponents are unaware of it, and normally, they focus on open passing options. The main reason is that many players put their focus on square passes normally because, by default, Strikers tend to distance themselves away from the goal. But you catch your opponent off guard and send that one player towards the byline and outsmart the opponent.

German Cross

The second way to use the L1 trigger is to create a German Cross opportunity. We all understand how effective the German Cross is in EA FC 24. It's a long cross from the wing, but almost near the center. But to perform the German Cross effectively, you have to use the L1 trigger and send the ball receiver forward.

And most of the time, we send that Midfielder. He will move forward without the opponent noticing. This player will be available for that cross, breaking the opponent with just one simple trick - the L1 trigger.

Create Lob Passes

Another way to use the L1 trigger is to create a lob through the pass opportunity. There's no easy way to attack in EA FC 24 than using lob through passes. They are so overpowered and difficult to defend. To use the lob through the pass effectively, you have to consider these 2 important tips. One is to choose the ball receiver.

Here are the recommended FC 24 Players for an effective lob through the pass:

Strikers: They are good options when trying to use the lob through the pass because you can directly get in behind the opponent's defense and score. If you struggle to understand the best moment to send your Strikers forward for a lob through the pass, this tip is for you. The best scenario is when the opponent is having 3 Defenders.

Commonly, players tend to use formations with 4 Backs. But if you get that opportunity when the opponent has dragged out one of the back 4 Defenders and is defending with 3 Backs, that's a perfect time to send your Striker forward for a lob through the pass and there's space to utilize. This gives a big challenge to the opponent to defend the lob through the pass.

Wingers: Getting your Wingers forward is one of the powerful ways to break an organized defense in FC 24. Even if the defense is well-shaped with the back 4, you can break it down and create chances. But to be successful with this, consider this second major tip.

With Team of the Season just around the corner, there's a lot to delve into in EA FC 24. Currently, we have the Team of the Season Warm-Up series, offering some enticing packs. In this guide, I'll provide you with valuable advice on how to get ready for this exciting event.

Free Playstyle Plus

Let's kick things off with a crucial tip. Keep a vigilant eye on the store, especially for any inexpensive packs available at this stage of the game. There's a high likelihood that many TOTS cards will feature free Playstyles. This insight could prove invaluable as you prepare for the upcoming TOTS event.

The cards can get free Playstyle plus by then. The best Team of the Year or Season cards, if not a lot of them, are going to start having free Playstyle plus. Free Playstyle plus are going to massively change the meta. It is also good to get these cards with an inconsiderable amount of EA FC 24 Coins.

Team Of The Season

As for the teams, I would probably wait for the Premier League Team of the Season. That's normally the second team of the season. As in the previous TOTS events, we will get the Community Team of the Season the first week. You might get some good cards in there, but there are not many elite ones. You could wait for the Ultimate Team of the Season, but that could be 6, 7 weeks away.

We always tend to get Community Team of the Season the first week, Prem Team of the Season, but then we'll still have Spanish, Bundesliga, French, and Italian, all tend to get amazing cards. Premier League tends to be the most expensive because it's probably the most popular league. And then after we've had the 5 major leagues, we tend to get an Ultimate Team of the Season.

FUT Champions

In terms of the FUT Champions, it's crucial to maximize your efforts now. Without a doubt, now is the time to secure top-tier players. When Team of the Season kicks off, it marks the pinnacle of FUT Champions rewards.

But if you want to play your own, which most people obviously will, it is a good time to play it. The FUT Champions tend to run a lot longer during Team of the Season. They're not confirmed it yet, but it's normally Friday to Wednesday. Team of the Season is the by far the best in terms of the reward you're going to get. Keep your eye out on the objectives as well.

TOTS Warm Up

Now, we have these warm up daily login upgrades. It's crazy at this point in the game that these cards aren't as good as the cards in previous seasons, but keep an eye out for objectives. You can get season XP. You might get some good cards, even with these at this point in EA FC 24.

Keep an eye out for Squad Building Challenges. Remember to go do this upgrade thing. If you've not done it already, but at this point of the game, I wouldn't really be considering any SBCs because SBCs at this point in the game, they're not going to be as good as the Team of the Season ones because the Team of the Season ones, we're expecting to be free Playstyles.

Get your team ready, make sure you've got used to a tactic. If there's any time of the year to concentrate and sweat as hard as you can for the Weekend League, it's Team of the Season. Make sure you know your tactic that you want to play, make sure your team's in a good place.

As we all know, Team of the Season has been one of the most watched promo events in EA Sports FC 24. It is an annual event that selects the best players from various leagues around the world based on their performance throughout the season. It will then facilitate top players from different leagues through special cards.

There is no doubt that Premier League is definitely the most anticipated regional league, with countless fans supporting their teams and they also have some of the best players in the world. Here, we will discuss and predict the 10 players in Premier League who are most likely to be selected for TOTS.

What I want to remind you is that if you want to get these TOTS player cards as soon as they are officially revealed, preparing enough FC 24 Coins is essential. Let’s get straight to it!

10. Erling Haaland

Although Erling Haaland’s performance is not as good as in the 2022/2023 season and is also plagued by injuries, Norwegian superstar is still one of the top goal scorers in Premier League. He is undoubtedly Manchester City’s best poacher because he always ensures that the chances created in the midfield are not wasted.

Therefore, I have no doubt that he will definitely end up earning a spot in this year’s Premier League TOTS. It doesn’t make sense if one of the best strikers in the world misses out on Team of the Season.

9. Cole Palmer

I have to say Cole Palmer is one of the best acquisitions Todd Boehly has made since taking over at Chelsea. English youngster didn’t have many expectations when he joined the club, but after seeing how he performs in the 2023/2024 season, it’s safe to say he’s a talent to keep an eye on in the future.

In his breakthrough season, Cole Palmer has been challenging Golden Boot, which shows how good he is. Moreover, since he often plays in the midfield position, the number of goals scored is also quite impressive.

8. Ollie Watkins

The next one I want to talk about is Ollie Watkins. This striker does it all, whether it's creating or converting chances, making him perhaps the most complete striker in the league.

Just like Mohamed Salah, Ollie Watkins has also been involved in the core competition of Golden Boot and Player of the Season. If he continues to play like he has before, he will definitely lead Aston Villa into the top four, which would be quite an achievement.

7. Virgil Van Dijk

Virgil van Dijk is the cornerstone of Liverpool and his leadership at the back has helped make the team a better team. Talking about the ongoing 2023/2024 season, Dutch centre-back has played a major role in making Liverpool the team with the fewest goals conceded in the Premier League.

He leaves almost no room for the opposing striker to operate, and his key interception ability has solidified his status as the best defender in the league. Therefore, there is a good chance that the defender will earn a spot in TOTS.

6. Phil Foden

Phil Foden has been outstanding in the 2023/2024 season and he finally gets the chance he deserves. He has been a rookie for the past few years, but because Manchester City has so many high-quality players, he has barely earned a starting spot.

This English youngster is currently proving his worth to the world, wowing everyone with his performances on the pitch. Whenever given the chance, he comes up with something special, which is why many even consider him one of the best players in Premier League.

5. Mohamed Salah

It’s no surprise that Mohamed Salah is one of the best players in the Premier League, as he has played a key role in exciting title races for Liverpool over the past five years.

Since his goals and assists are both the highest this season, and he is also an important member of the competition for Golden Boot and Player of the Season, his performance should give him a chance to be selected for this year's Team of the Season.

4. Rodri

As a stalwart of Manchester City, Rodri has contributed hugely to the team’s success. He was one of the club’s MVPs in the 2022/2023 season, helping the team win the treble. Going into the 2023/2024 season, Manchester City is competing for the same title and they are aiming to win every trophy possible.

Although you won’t find Rodri putting up crazy numbers, his presence on the pitch has changed the game for Manchester City. He is the best player in his specific role and you can expect him to be a part of TOTS.

3. William Saliba

William Saliba is arguably the best centre-back in Premier League at the moment. Whenever he comes on, he brings a sense of security to Arsenal’s back-line, and fans believe he is the main reason the team concedes so few goals.

2. David Raya

David Raya serves as Arsenal’s goalkeeper and starts most games for Gunners in the 2023/2024 season. He is also the favorite to win Premier League Golden Glove.

Although some people questioned that David Raya did not leave a deep impression on people, it has to be said that Arsenal’s defense is the reason for not conceding goals and excellent defensive performance. However, it was Raya's many key saves that helped his team gain valuable points in the title race.

1. Kieran Trippier

Finally, we have to talk about Kieran Trippier, who is one of the most reliable full-backs in Premier League and his performances have been key in helping Newcastle United reach the top six.

In the 2023/2024 season, he ranked among the top assisters and contributed hugely to the team’s offense by providing excellent crosses and through balls.

Meanwhile, the right back’s defense is also quite good, and his balanced attributes make him quite stable. Therefore, you can be sure that Kieran Trippier will have a card in Premier League TOTS on EA Sports FC 24.

All in all, here are my top 10 contenders for this year’s Premier League TOTS. But what happens in the end, we still have to wait and see!

As one of the biggest promotions in Ultimate Team, EA FC 24 TOTS has always attracted the attention of all players. With more teams predicted to be released for this event than ever before, players must make sure to prepare for the massive amount of content that will be released before officially entering.

It’s no secret that the best way to prepare for a big Ultimate Team promotion is to save your packs, and TOTS Warmup event provides the perfect opportunity to do just that. Of course, it is also crucial to buy FC 24 coins and rebuild your own team.

Note: Use code “TOTS” in IGGM to get 6% off!

Since FIFA 22, there has been a Warmup event prior to the release of TOTY and TOTS promotions. The event allows Ultimate Team players to get their clubs in order ahead of the big upcoming promotion and prepare for content that will last for months to come.

In this guide, we’ll talk about everything we know so far about Warmup event and predictions and discussions for the upcoming TOTS squad.

TOTS Warmup Event Release Date

EA FC 24 TOTS Warmup event launch date is Friday 12th April at 6pm (BST). We speculate that the event should last a week and end in time for Community TOTS squad to be released in the game on Friday, April 19th.

Content Update

The developers will not be releasing any promotional items or new special players as part of EA FC 24 TOTS Warmup event. So aside from TOTW, there won’t be any special items in Ultimate Team pack until other promotions like TOTS are in full swing.

Instead, TOTS Warmup event will focus more on helping players win packs and player picks. In this way, when TOTS arrives, players will have more opportunities to find the famous blue items.

In addition, as early as Warmup event of FIFA 23 TOTS, EA Sports released a series of SBCs and Objectives that players can complete obtaining packs and player picks in return.

Luckily, these TOTS-themed challenges are usually easy to complete, and your rewards will hopefully be better than usual. So please don’t miss them!

In this Warmup event, the daily login challenge will also return, and players will complete SBC every day to complete pack objectives. Plus, playing and winning can earn you even more rewards as TOTS-themed cups begin.

After getting all these rewards, you have two options: save these packs and look forward to getting a TOTS card when the promotion starts, or open these packs once you get them and build a new fodder for your club about TOTS SBC.

It’s worth noting that a TOTS leak revealed that TOTS Evolutions will also be launching during the sale, so we’ll be seeing some content released as part of TOTS Warmup. While we don’t know exactly what will be released, what we do know is that there will be some incredible rewards to earn that you should take advantage of.

Who Will Be The Best Choice For TOTS Squad?

Finally, let’s talk about the potential contenders for this year’s TOTS squad.

Based on England’s title race, we expect Premier League TOTS to include players from Man City, Arsenal, and Liverpool, and likely to be joined by a few other teams.

For Germany, it would be difficult not to include Bayer Leverkusen's starting eleven, as Xabi Alonso's side are still without defeat in 38 games. The same is true for Inter, as Nerazzurri is moving towards Scudetto’s goal.

Elsewhere, we expect a number of AC Milan players to be strong contenders for inclusion in TOTS squad. It will also be difficult for La Liga’s 11 players this season as Barcelona and Real Madrid perform as usual, and without Kylian Mbappé and some Paris SG players, there is no chance that they will make it to TOTS. But it has to be said that Girona’s magical performance will definitely be nominated.

That’s everything we know about this year’s EA FC 24 TOTS Warmup event and some predictions for the promotion. Come join us now!

Leading a team that has fallen back to victory and win trophies is an exciting experience, and that’s what a lot of players are doing in EA Sports FC 24 Career Mode.

If you’re also keen on investing FC 24 Coins and time just to turn around a club and return them to their former glory, then don’t miss this guide. Here we share 10 legendary clubs worth rebuilding and you can lead them to glory!

Marseille

Marseille is one of the most successful teams in French football, ranking third among teams with the most Ligue 1 trophies. However, their last league title was 15 years ago, and it’s time for them to overthrow Paris Saint-Germain’s dominance.

You can take over a French club and rebuild the team back to their former glory. This is not an extremely challenging task as you will find that they are still playing in the top division of French football and they have some excellent players in their line-up. Still, it will definitely take a long time to become better than Paris Saint-Germain.

Valencia

Valencia were once one of La Liga’s top teams and they have a rich history that includes multiple La Liga titles and UEFA Champions League finals.

They’ve dropped slightly down the rankings and are nowhere near the best teams in Spanish division, which are currently dominated by the likes of Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, and Atlético Madrid.

But with a decent starting budget and some outstanding talents, Valencia could become a rebuilding club in FC 24 Career Mode. You must start by winning La Liga title and then lead Spanish club to their first UEFA Champions League trophy.

Everton

Everton is the oldest club in England’s top flight and has a long history. However, they have suffered a sharp decline, with relegation battles continuing in the past few years.

In addition, they have now been docked 10 points for breaching profit and sustainability rules, putting them in another relegation battle in the 2023/2024 season.

The last time they won the title was in 1995. Merseyside hasn’t experienced glory for a long time. Now you can take matters into your own hands and rebuild Everton in EA FC 24. Luckily, if you work in Premier League, you’ll have access to some talented players such as Jordan Pickford, Beto, and more.

Genoa

Genoa is one of the oldest teams in Serie A, having won nine league titles and ranking fourth behind Juventus, AC Milan, and Inter Milan. Although all of their league victories date back more than a century, the glory they once held cannot be ignored.

Even in the modern era, they are a solid team. Nonetheless, financial problems caused considerable difficulties for the club. That’s why they are the ones you can try to take over in Career Mode.

Just a reminder, in your first season you should focus on surviving in Serie A before aiming to climb up the standings and eventually win the title.

Kaiserslautern

Kaiserslautern Football Club is a founding member of Bundesliga and regularly competes on the top flight. They have won German championship four times, with their last victory dating back to the 1997-98 season.

However, like the other clubs on this list, it has experienced a steep decline and currently sits in the second tier of German football.

Selecting some right players is very important and some players like Afeez Aremu, Ragnar Ache, and Tymoteusz Puchacz will help as they can grow to mid-70s, which is a good rating for a player.

Stade De Reims

Although Stade de Reims is undergoing a revival, it is far from its original self. They won the championship six times between 1948 and 1962. They also reached European Cup final twice, losing to Real Madrid both times.

Now, they are completely overshadowed by the best teams in Ligue 1, and a European spot is their potential hope. So you can manage Stade de Reims in FC 24, end this Paris Saint-Germain’s dominance in France and restore the club to its top status.

Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers is one of England’s oldest football teams, being founding members of the first Football League in 1888. They have been playing on the top flight for a long time, but not since 2012. With the team currently competing in EFL Championship, it may be a while before we see them again in Premier League.

It will be interesting to rebuild Blackburn Rovers, as they have a good squad with some good young players. Although it won’t be a huge amount of money, the financial aspects will undoubtedly become easier to manage when you move up to Premier League.

Torino

Besides Genoa, Torino is another Italian team with a rich history but also a far cry from their former selves. They have won seven league titles and are ranked fifth.

Currently, their local rivals, Juventus, have won the most titles. While it’s impossible to topple Juventus in trophy totals, taking on Torino will at least allow you to end their dominance.

Thankfully, you already have a solid foundation with a splendid set of players. You just have to replace some of the older players with younger players and just wait a few seasons before you can start competing for top spots.

Hamburger SV

Hamburger SV is a German football club that you should definitely try to manage in Career Mode. They have six league titles and are one of the few German teams to win UEFA Champions League. Nonetheless, they are now in the second division and looking to return to the top flight.

You won’t find too many great new stars in Hamburger SV’s squad, but one name you might recognize is Ludovit Reis, a player who was a member of FC Barcelona’s B team. After building a good player base, qualifying for European competitions only takes three to four seasons.

Saint-Étienne

Saint-Étienne is a dominant team in France, with most of their titles coming from the 1960s and 1970s. They have won the league title ten times. But at present, French team is still far from glory, and this declining giant is now suffering in the second division.

In Career Mode you need a few seasons to get them back to Ligue 1. Considering it won’t be easy to make them a championship contender, I suggest you try to sign young people with high potential to make the rebuilding easier.

Regardless, these are 10 legendary clubs that can be rebuilt and have high potential to win the championship again. So hurry up and try to take them back to the top!

The 4-1-2-1-2 second variation is an incredible formation that can help you win in the EA FC 24 Weekend League which is very effective after the Patch. In this guide, I’ll demonstrate precisely how you can utilize these unique custom tactics to your advantage.

By following the steps outlined in this guide, I’m confident that you can significantly increase your success and approach FC 24 with a fresh perspective.

Custom Tactics

Defensive Tactics: Your Defensive Style is going to be unbalanced this time. I don’t choose pressure on heavy touch because I’m going to go to the Depth of 71. I put the Width on 33 to have all my players even play closer to each other when we are defending. Because of the Depth of 71, you’re going to have crazy pressure on your opponent and make him lose the ball a lot of times with patience in defending from the front, not pulling your players out of position.

Offensive Tactics: Your Build Up play in offense is going to be unbalanced. Your chance creation on your passing and then the Width is going to be on 45. Despite being a narrow formation, you will see that we will go a lot of times through the wings, despite not having a Winger, and create a lot of chances that way.

Players in Box are going to be on 7 because this formation is extremely aggressive. When you get the ball back, you want to make sure to build up as fast as possible and score a lot of counter attacks, a lot of cutbacks, and a lot of easy goals by having more numbers compared to your opponent. And then your Corners and Free Kicks are going to be on 2 bars.

Player Instructions

Next, let's go to the player instructions:

Strikers: Left Striker is going to Stay Central and Get In Behind. You want to make sure you have a player who is pretty pacy, who can get in between your opponent's Defenders and is also good at finishing. Your Right Striker needs to be on Drift Wide and Gett In Behind.

He needs to handle the ball pretty well to hold the ball for your Striker or for your CAM to make those cutbacks or to finish by going wider in opposition Defenders and make easy goals.

CAM: Your CAM needs to be on Come Back On Defense, Get Into The Box For Cross, and Aggressive Interceptions. You have him coming back to help your Defenders, but when you’re attacking, he’s going to join your Strikers. He’s going to go to the free spaces to the wing as well, get the ball, pass it to the Strikers again as a cutback or a through ball, and make those spaces for your Strikers.

Or he can go behind your opposition Defenders and score easy goals. But you need to make sure that he’s a playmaker who has at least 5-star skill moves because you would need him to hold the ball and dribble with him to create a lot of spaces for your other players.

Left & Right Center Mid: Your Left Center Mid is going to Stay Back While Attacking, Cover Center, and aggressive interceptions. Your most important player is your Right Center Mid, which needs to be an actual attacker. You can get Kylian Mbappé in your team, which is Get Forward, Get Into The Box For Cross, Aggressive Interceptions, Drift Wide, and Cover Center.

You put him to get forward to join your attackers, and he’s going to be your third attacker. He’s going to drift wide to help your Right Striker and make a lot of space by one-two to each other or passing options that are going to give you and then bring the ball to the center. You can do cutbacks. you can bring it to the middle to find a gap between your opponent’s Defenders.

CDM: Your CDM needs to be on Cut Passing Lanes, Stay Back While Attacking, and Cover Center.

Left & Right Back: Your Left and Right Back are going to be Stay Back While Attacking, Overlap, and Stepup. One of them needs to be more of a defensive Right Back, and one of them needs to be better at attacking and delivering crosses or cutbacks.

Goalkeeper: Your Goalkeeper can be on Comes For Crosses.

Today, I'll dive into the strategy for matches of the EA FC 24 FUT Champions. Crafting different formations for different circumstances comprising unique tactics and instructions. These formations provide versatility and allow players to adapt to different game situations effectively. Prepare for enough FC 24 Coins, then let's dive in!

4-3-2-1 Formation

The first formation involves using 4-3-2-1, which employ from the start of the match. It’s crucial to determine your the initial formation you’re comfortable with and will use in the majority of matches.

Custom Tactics: In this formation, set the width to 35 and the depth to 67, maintaining a balanced approach. It’s essential not to take excessive risks at the beginning of a game. In offense, set the width to 49 and choose the Direct Passing. Then keep 5 Player in Box. Corners and Free Kicks are both set to 2 bars to minimize risks.

Player Instructions: The Goalkeeper has no specific instructions. Then the Right Back is instructed to balance and Overlap, while the Left Back stays back and overlaps for balance. The Middle Center Midfielder covers the center while staying back during attacks, with the same instructions applied to the Right Center Midfielder.

The Left Center Midfielder is set to Balanced, ensuring coverage on both sides. The Left Forward and Striker have no specific instructions. This setup creates a 4-4-2 defensive formation, with the Left Forward and Right Forward defending as Left and Right Midfielders.

4-2-3-1 Formation

The next formation involves using 4-2-3-1. Switch to this formation when you need to change things up, such as when you're leading a game but feel your opponent gaining momentum, or when you're chasing and the 4-3-2-1 isn’t working well. The 4-2-3-1 is still balanced both offensively and defensively, making it a reliable option.

Custom Tactics: In this formation, the settings remain balanced. The width is set to 40, and the depth to 65. Offensively, maintain balance and Direct Passing, with a width of 55 and 5 Player in Box. Corners and Free Kicks are set to 2 bars, mirroring the settings in the 4-3-2-1 formation.

Player Instructions: The Goalkeeper has no specific instructions. The Right Back and Left Back stay back while attacking and overlap. Both CDMs stay back while attacking and cover the center. All CAMs come back on defense, including the Left CAM, Central CAM, and Right CAM. The Striker is instructed to Get in Behind and Drift Wide.

5-4-1 Formation

Now, let’s delve into the next formation. It’s employed when you're leading the game with 2 or 3 goals, or even just one goal with only 10 or 15 minutes left, and aim to see out the match. You can adopt a time-wasting strategy and prioritize defending. For this purpose, you can switch to a 5-4-1 formation.

Defensive Tactics: Maintain a balanced approach with the settings. The width is set to 35, ensuring defensive solidity without sacrificing too much attacking potential. In a 5-4-1 formation, there’s already significant defensive width, so don’t feel the need to decrease it further. However, keep the depth slightly higher at 62 to prevent your opponent from easily reaching the box while maintaining a compact defensive structure.

Offensive Tactics: Maintain balance and Direct Passing, with a width of 55. However, reduce the number of Player in Box to 3 to minimize the risk of conceding counter attacks. While we aim to defend resolutely, we still need options when in possession, hence the moderate setting for Player in Box.

Both Corners and Free Kicks are set to 1 bar. With a defensive mindset, there’s no need to commit too many players forward during these situations. It’s about minimizing risks and securing the lead until the final whistle.

4-2-4 Formation

Lastly, we have the 4-2-4 formation. This is deployed when we find ourselves in a dire situation. In such circumstances, you can switch to the 4-2-4 formation.

Custom Tactics: In this formation, you can apply constant pressure, aiming to mount a comeback. The width is set to 45, and the depth is maxed out at 100, pushing all the way up the pitch. Despite the aggressive approach, the offense remains balanced, with Direct Passing to facilitate Build Up Play. The width in attack is set to 55, ensuring adequate spacing for attacking movements.

To increase the attacking presence, set Player in Box to 7, though it can be adjusted to personal preference. Corners and Free Kicks are both set to 5 bars, reflecting our aggressive intent. In this scenario, the Goalkeeper can even join the attack, as we have nothing to lose and must score as soon as possible.

Player Instructions: Fullbacks join the attack and overlap, both Center Midfielders get forward, and Wingers stay forward and get into the box for crosses. The aim is to press high and keep everyone up to the pitch to capitalize on any opportunities that arise. For the Strikers, they are instructed to Stay Forward and Stay Central, ensuring they are ready to pounce on any chances that come their way.