The best lineups to use in EA Sports FC 25 Ultimate Team

Key points

• Formations inside
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  they are fundamental; each has unique strengths and weaknesses based on playstyle and team composition.
• The 4-4-2 offers balance between defense and attack, midfielders crucial; The 4-2-4 is great for attacking, but lacks defensive stability.
• 4-3-3 (4) provides balance across the pitch, strong presence in both defense and attack; The 4-3-2-1 offers offensive play but defensive vulnerabilities.

Building a competitive team in EA Sports FC 25 Ultimate team can be tricky, as each new edition of the game brings with it major changes and new features to adapt to. For example, this year the lineups have been updated to take into account the roles and positions of the new players. Each formation offers unique strengths and weaknesses, and deciding which one best suits a manager's team depends on their preferred playing styles, team composition and tactical setup.

Some formations They excel at maintaining possession and building play from the back, while others specialize in quick counterattacks and defensive solidity. Understanding how different formations work and which roles to use for each player is crucial to success on the pitch.

5 4-4-2 (flat)

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The 4-4-2 it is one of the most classic formations in the game and a symbol of football tradition. It offers players a great balance between defensive stability and offensive width, allowing for quick transitions and fluid play. Two attackers up top create dynamic attacking movements and both of their roles can be changed to get the most out of the attacking duo.

What will make or break the lineup will be the midfielders. The players will need two elite midfielders; one to bridge the gap between the back line and the attackers, while the other must be ready to stop any opposing counterattacks. Getting the right staff for these roles is critical; otherwise managers could soon find themselves overwhelmed in the middle of the field.

4 4-2-4

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There are some variations of this formation (which in itself is an evolution of the 4-4-2), but considering that the play on the flanks is extremely effective this year, the 4-2-4 It's the way to go. Having two fast wingers so high up the pitch alongside a pair of forwards allows players to overwhelm the opposition's defense and create intense pressure in the final third.

Such an offensive threat comes at a price, however, as this formation lacks a certain amount of defensive stability. Both midfielders have to manage the midfield largely alone, while the wide players are pushed higher up. It is a high-risk, high-reward formation, perhaps best used when a player is in desperate need of a goal or if they are confident in their defensive abilities.

3 4-3-3 (4)

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This is a lineup that has survived the test of time, and for good reason. There's a lot of room to tinker here, and EA already offers players four different variants, but the best of the bunch has to be the final version, 4-3-3 (4). There is incredible balance in this lineup, with room for flexibility in all areas of the pitch.

With three midfielders and three forwards, there is a strong presence in both defense and attack. The midfield three can combine to send balls to the wingers, who can extend the play and create space for the attacker to run and score. It's a perfect set-up for any type of player. Whether they prefer to control possession or strike on the counterattack, the trusty 4-3-3 offers it all.

2 4-3-2-1

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The 4-3-2-1 has seen drastic changes compared to previous titles, as there are now two CAMs and a single top attacker instead of the classic three attackers. Many fans were disappointed with the update, but they'll be happy to know that it's still an incredibly strong lineup to use in the game, especially with the right player roles.

Unsurprisingly, this is an incredible attacking formation, with a full-back adding width to the attacking play while the midfielders dominate the center of the pitch. It is important to note that, without defensive midfielders and attacking full-backs, there will be some defensive vulnerabilities. However, confident players can use this setup to dominate play higher up the pitch and win the game on the front foot.

1 4-1-2-1-2 (Narrow)

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This beautiful small formation focuses on dominating the center of the pitch, with four midfielders building a diamond core to develop routines of quick passing and control of ball possession. With such strength in the centre, the wing defenders can move up the pitch and provide overlapping runs down the wing while the two attackers work together in the box.

On defense, the 4-1-2-1-2 (Straight) is equally strong, with the central midfielder dropping into the backline in the absence of the wide defenders. Players just need to be aware of counter-attacks in wider areas of the pitch, but if this is a problem, change your tactics and drop defenders deeper, and instead direct play exclusively to the center of the pitch.