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Last update:11 May 2016

it’s possible for you to choose team instructions inTactics->Team.

They determine your team’s general style of playing.

Defenders will only defend, attackers - attack.

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Mentality

Contain- very defensive mentality, all players focused on keeping the ball and not letting the opponent score.

For example, if you selectFloat crosses, it conflicts withDrill crosses,Get stuck inconflicts withStay on feetetc.

More direct passing

Quicker transition from back to front with the ball covering longer distances.

PC

Retain possession

Instructs players to have a go at keep hold of the ball.

Shorter passing

Shorter, more precise passing, retaining the ball for a longer time.

Pass into space

Passing the ball into free spaces.

PC

Work ball into box

Tiki-taka, a lot of passes, retaining the ball until a breakthrough occurs.

Play out of defence

Instructs defenders to pass their way out from the back without long passes.

Pump ball into box

High, long passes into opposition’s penalty area.

PC

Clear ball to flanks

Passing to attackers that wait on the sides of the pitch.

Hit early crosses

Getting the ball into the penalty area as soon as possible.

Drill crosses

Quick, powerful crosses, good for fast and strong attackers.

PC

Shoot on sight

More shooting from outside of the penalty area.

Exploit the right flank

Same as above, just on another side.

Exploit the middle

The team will play in the middle, good when you have an experienced playmaker.

PC

Stand off opponents

Gives the opponents more time while your players retreat to defence.

Get stuck in

Instructs the players to be aggressive and strong.

It increases risk of fouls, so you should watch out for referees who give many cards.

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Stay on feet

Players will usually stay on their feet while making tackles instead of going to ground.

Use tighter marking

The defenders will stay close to the opposition in defensive situations.

Use offside trap

Makes your defenders use offside trap.

Play wider

Makes your players look to stretch the pitch and play wider.

Push higher up

Just like the instruction above, it moves the defenders towards the center.

Drop deeper

Moves your players to your side.

Much deeper defensive line

Moves your defensive line as close to your own goal as possible.

Stick to positions

Makes the players stick to their set positions, limits their tactical freedom.

Roam for positions

The players will look for positions, recommended for fluid playing style.

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