Pro Player Chousita's 4-4-2 Custom Tactics in FC26
Looking for a balanced, competitive custom tactic in FC26 Ultimate Team? Look no further than this 4-4-2 Flat custom tactic created by Team FUTWIZ pro player Chousita. This formation combines defensive solidity, midfield control, and lethal wide play – perfect for both Weekend League and Rivals.
Let’s break down Chousita’s 4-4-2 custom tactics, player roles, and instructions – plus the pros and cons of this setup in high-level gameplay.
🧠 Tactical Overview
- Formation: 4-4-2 Flat
- Build-Up Style: Balanced
- Defensive Approach: High
- Focus: Structured defense, quick transitions, and wide threats
This custom tactic is designed to maximize spacing between the lines, apply consistent pressure off the ball, and maintain shape without exhausting your players.
🔧 Player Roles & Instructions Breakdown
🔝 Strikers
- Dembélé – Advanced Forward (Attack)
- Pina – Advanced Forward (Attack)
➡️ Role: Both STs are aggressive runners looking to stretch the backline. This “double advanced forward” setup keeps defenders pinned and opens space for midfield runners.
Instruction Note: Expect constant movement, but limited in playmaking or tracking back.
🧠 Central Midfielders
- Reijnders – Deep-Lying Playmaker (Build-Up)
- de Jong – Deep-Lying Playmaker (Build-Up)
➡️ Role: A well-balanced midfield pairing
Key Strength: With two DLP’s, build-up is smoother, and possession retention is strong under pressure.
⚡ Wide Midfielders
- Mbappé – Inside Forward (Balanced)
- Williams – Inside Forward (Balanced)
➡️ Role: Both cut inside, threaten goal, and support strikers. They offer strong versatility and finishing threats.
Notable Benefit: Because of the Inside Forward roles, they act as additional attackers in transition.
🛡️ Defenders
- Mendes (LB) & Hakimi (RB) – Fullbacks (Balanced)
- Pacho & Saliba – CBs (Defend)
- Dudek – GK (Defend)
➡️ Role: Fullbacks are not overly aggressive but provide occasional width in build-up. The center-backs and keeper are set to full defensive duties, creating a solid base.
Balanced fullbacks ensure you don’t get caught on counters too easily but still support in second phases of attack.
✅ Pros of This 4-4-2 Custom Tactic
1. Well-Spaced and Balanced
- With balanced instructions across most roles, your team maintains shape and stamina, especially important in FUT Champions.
2. Double Advanced Forwards Stretch Defenses
- Keeping two strikers high forces opponents to commit defenders deep, opening space for midfield playmakers to operate.
3. Threatening Wide Players
- Mbappé and Williams as Inside Forwards are perfect in FC26’s meta, taking advantage of through balls, finesse shots, and rapid transitions.
4. Defensive Solidity
- A flat midfield four plus a high defensive line compresses space, suffocating build-ups and winning the ball in advanced areas.
5. Players Rarely Tire
- As shown in the bottom left of the screen, stamina conservation is a major strength thanks to well-balanced instructions.
Chousita’s FC 26 4-4-2 is a masterclass in tactical balance. With the right players (fast wingers, clinical strikers, and composed CMs), this setup can dominate both casual and competitive modes. The build-up is clean, the defense is tight, and the wings are deadly.
Try it in your next match and see how it transforms your gameplay!
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