EA FC 25 Thiago Motta 2-7-2 Tactic: Formation and Instructions

EA FC 25 Formation Recommendation! How to Build Thiago Motta's 2-7-2 Tactic? Players who play EA FC often struggle to find new tactics or look for new formations because they get bored. So we are here with a detailed tactics guide for those who want to try in-game the 2-7-2 tactic of Thiago Motta, who had a successful season with Bologna and got Bologna into the Champions League for the first time. Those who want to be a rising manager like Motta, who transferred to Juventus after the successful season with Bologna, should definitely try this tactic in the game.

EA FC 25 Formation Recommendation! How Do You Build Thiago Motta's 2-7-2 Tactic in the Game?

EA FC 25 Formation Recommendation: Choosing the Formation

The 4-3-3 low-tempo or 4-1-4-1 formation is the best fit for Thiago Motta's game system. The reason is that the defensive midfielder drops between the centre-backs to help build-up, and the two number 8s play close to the wing and the striker, forming triangles that help positional play in the final third. Motta also has a system that aims for the attacking midfielders to make runs into the box and find goals. Thiago Motta explains this system in an interview: "my idea is not to play offensively; short team play controls, applies high pressing & moves a lot with and without the ball."

[caption id="attachment_67616" align="aligncenter" width="377"] Our own 4-1-4-1 formation from the Share My Tactics page[/caption]

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Player Instructions and Player Profiles

Goalkeeper: In Thiago Motta's system, the goalkeeper is written into the formation like a player because they are sweeper keepers. So we need to give the goalkeeper the Balanced Distribution and Sweeper Keeper instructions. That way the goalkeeper will contribute to build-up play. Our goalkeeper should also have good passing ability.

Centre-backs: In this system your 2 centre-backs need to be centre-backs with high ball-playing ability. Your 2 centre-backs, 1 right-footed and 1 left-footed, should contribute to build-up and also be strong defensive players. The centre-backs' instructions should be Stay Back While Attacking and hold their defensive position.

Full-backs: In Motta's system, full-backs must be able to play both ways and contribute to the attack. So when choosing players, pay attention to attack/defense work rates. If possible, avoid players with low passing ability. Full-back instructions can be Join the Attack or Balanced Attack as you wish, but overlapping runs will be better than cutting inside.

Defensive Midfielder: Your defensive midfielder is very important in build-up. So players with high passing ability and decent ball-winning skill should be your first choice. Player instructions can be Balanced Attack or Stay Back While Attacking, as you prefer. The most important point in the defensive midfielder's instructions is to give the Deep-Lying Playmaker role. That way, while play is built from the back, the player will free himself to receive the ball and you can benefit from the player's playmaking ability.

Number 8s: When choosing your attacking midfielders, make sure the players' finishing is not low. Passing ability is the second factor to watch. The reason is that with the instructions we give these players, they will make runs into the box and often get scoring chances. Give the midfielders the Balanced Attack or Get Forward instruction as you like, but our recommendation is Get Forward. That way the players will often make runs into the box. Also give the Get Into the Box for Crosses instruction. On crosses you bring from the wing and on ground crosses inside, your number 8s will have a higher chance of meeting the ball.

Wingers: Your wingers should preferably be inverted (opposite-footed) for their side. For example, a player on the right wing should be left-footed. Also your wingers should not be slow but should have good passing ability as well. So it is more correct to go for a more balanced player profile than a very fast winger with poor passing. The important point in winger instructions is to give the players Balanced width. That way the players will meet the ball in a wider area, and because play is not squeezed into a narrow space, you will get one-on-one duel chances against the opposing full-backs.

Strikers: Rather than being fast, your strikers should be players more suited to the Target Forward role. That way you will play with a striker with high passing ability, and because you adopt possession play, you will have more chance to keep the ball at your feet. Striker instructions can be Balanced Defense or Stay Forward. Width should be set to Stay Central. You can give the Get in Behind or Target Forward instruction as you like.

When Is the FC 25 Release Date?

The release date of the game has not been made official yet. However, it is estimated to come out at the end of September or the beginning of October. You can find more details about the game's release date and a price prediction in our article.

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