Build-Up Play: Counter Attack Mastery
One of the defining strengths of this system is its fluid counter-attack structure. The 4-2-2-2 naturally produces triangle passing lanes that allow lightning-fast build-up after regaining possession.
Recommended Team Tactics (Custom Tactics Menu):
Defensive Style: Balanced or Press After Possession Loss (depending on stamina management)
Width: 45
Depth: 65 – 70 (pushes your team up for FC 26 Coins compact defending and immediate counter potential)
Build-Up Play: Balanced or Counter Attack (Counter gives you direct transitions after winning the ball)
Chance Creation: Direct Passing – this keeps attackers active and offers clear runs between lines
Offensive Width: 50
Players in Box: 6
Corners: 2
Free Kicks: 2
With this setup, once your CDM intercepts or wins a tackle, the ball flows instantly through a CAM into one of your strikers — ideal for one-touch link-up and vertical counter attacks.
The CAMs: Creative Engines Everywhere
The two CAMs in this system are the heartbeat of your attack. Unlike wingers, they sit narrower, closer to your strikers, ensuring easy short passes and through-ball options at all times.
CAM Roles and Behavior:
Left CAM: Acts as a hybrid playmaker, feeding diagonal passes and overlapping the striker.
Right CAM: Often your finisher CAM — capable of cutting in and taking shots.
Custom Instructions:
Stay Forward – keeps them in the pocket for quick outlets.
Get Into the Box for Cross – supports double striker play.
Stick to Position – prevents them from FIFA Coins for sale drifting too wide.
By maintaining narrow positioning, your CAMs create a constant passing triangle with your two strikers and CDMs, allowing you to progress upfield effortlessly.