There are 15 tactical formation settings available in eFootball 2026. Formations can be selected, adjusted, and switched at any time from the home menu nder My Team → Game Plan Tactics → Change Formation. Each formation directly affects player positioning, defensive shape, build-up patterns, and counter-attacking routes.
| Formation | Description |
|---|---|
4-4-2 |
A classic, balanced setup that offers stability in defence while allowing attacks through both central channels and wide areas. |
4-3-3 |
Ideal for possession-based football and high pressing. Strong in attack, but vulnerable on the flanks if full-backs push too high. |
4-3-2-1 |
A narrow, counter-focused formation with strong midfield depth. Creative attacking midfielders are crucial for chance creation. |
4-3-1-2 |
Designed for central overloads and quick combinations. Best used with technically strong midfielders and mobile forwards. |
4-2-3-1 |
One of the most flexible formations, capable of controlling possession or transitioning quickly from wide areas. |
4-2-1-3 |
A more defensive variation that prioritises midfield cover and structured build-up play. |
4-1-4-1 |
Strong defensive structure with a holding midfielder shielding the back line. |
4-1-2-3 |
An aggressive, attack-focused formation that sacrifices midfield numbers for forward pressure. |
3-4-3 |
An offensive formation that stretches the pitch wide and relies heavily on wing play. |
3-2-4-1 |
Excellent for possession-heavy styles, offering numerical superiority in midfield. |
3-2-3-2 |
A balanced setup with wide attacking options and strong central presence. |
3-1-4-2 |
Focuses play through the centre, requiring high stamina from wide midfielders. |
5-3-2 |
Defensively solid with three central defenders, ideal for counter-focused gameplay. |
5-2-2-1 |
A defensive formation that excels at counter attacks from wide positions. |
5-2-1-2 |
Best suited for counter attacking through the centre, with compact defensive lines and quick vertical transitions. |
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