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4-2-3-1/4-3-3 AJAX STYLE! BEAUTIFUL FOOTBALL | BEST FM22 TACTICS


Ajax often set up with a 2-1 build-up structure with the DM dropping deep to provide a close passing option to the two centre backs, with both full-backs moving higher up the pitch, allowing both wingers to tuck inside into the half-spaces.


The left-back will drops to collect the ball, which allows the left-sided central midfielder to move higher to create a 4-3-3, whilst enabling all three midfielders to occupy the three vertical lanes and creating a 3-1 shape in at the back with the width being held by the LW. Strengths of the 4-2-3-1/4-3-3 hybrid

  • Creates natural passing triangles.

  • Get good balance in Central Midfield with 3 CMs (allows one to attack).

  • Natural Anchorman protecting back four (allows FBs to advance).

  • Can move into 4-1-4-1 during lengthy spells without the ball.

  • Left CM can drop and add protection to the back four.

  • Can create double-pivot to offer good passing angles when building.