guides
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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