These are the 5 best formations in EA FC 24. Just to be clear, these are in no particular order. So I recommend giving all these formations a try and finding which one works best for you. Make sure you have enough FC 24 Coins and then let's dive into these 5 formations.

1. 4-1-2-1-2(2)

Let's discuss the second variation of the 4-1-2-1-2 formation, which I'm currently experimenting with the most. It features high defensive and attacking numbers, achieving a well-balanced setup.

Defense Setting: For the Defense Style, Balance - 50 (considered the best in the game), Depth - 55, Build Up Play - Long Ball. Although Long Ball may sound traditional, in FIFA, it enhances striker runs for better through-ball opportunities. If Long Ball isn't effective, Balance works fine. Transcreation should be on Direct Pass, known as the best in the game. For attacking, set width around 70, players in the box to seven, and adjust corners and free kicks based on personal preference.

Player Instructions: Both strikers should stay central, stay forward, and get in behind. Your CAM should stay forward, while both center-mids cover the center. The CDM should cut off pass lines, stay back while attacking, and cover the center. The left-back and right-back should stay back while attacking and overlap.

2. 5-2-1-2

Moving on to the 5-2-1-2, considered one of the most attacking formations.

Defensive Settings: Keep style on balance, width - 37 to 35, depth - 60 to 63, build-up play - Long Ball to encourage forward runs. Transpiration on Direct Pass, leaving it on default at 50. Adjust attacking width to around 70, players in the box to six, and customize corners and free kicks based on preference.

Player Instructions: Both strikers stay central and get in behind. CAM stays forward. Both center-mids stay back while attacking and cover the center. Left wing-back and right wing-back join the attack and overlap.

3. 4-2-2-2

Now, let's delve into the 4-2-2-2, utilizing tactics originally shared by pro player. With the removal of the 72 depth, these tactics are making a comeback.

Defensive Settings: Style on balance, width - 39, depth - 60 to 62, build-up play - Balanced, Transcreation - Direct Pass. Adjust attacking width to around 41, players in the box to five, and set corners and free kicks according to preference.

Player Instructions: Both strikers stay forward and get in behind. CAM stays forward. Both center-mids stay back while attacking and cover the center. Left-back and right-back stay back while attacking and overlap. Note that for left mid and right mid positions, consider players like Venicius Junior, Saint-Maximin, or Gabriel Martinelli.

4. 4-4-2

Exploring the 4-4-2, utilizing tactics from pro player go poer.

Defensive Settings: Defensive Style on balanced, width - 42, depth - 70, build-up play - Balanced, Transpiration - Direct Pass. Adjust attacking width to 55, players in the box to six.

Player Instructions: Both strikers come back on defense, stay central, and stay forward. Left mid and right mid come back on defense, cut inside, get in behind, and get into the box for crosses. Both center-mids stay back while attacking and cover the center. Left back and right back stay back while attacking and overlap.

5. 4-3-2-1

Lastly, we have the 4-3-2-1, one of the most popular formations in EA FC 24.

Defensive Settings: Defensive Style on balanced, width - 41, depth - 63, build-up play - Balanced, Transcreation - Direct Pass. Attacking width set to 48, players in the box to six, and customize corners and free kicks based on preference.

Player Instructions: Both strikers stay central and get in behind. Left center-forward stays central, gets in behind, and comes back on defense. Right center-forward stays central and gets in behind. Left center-mid stays back while attacking and covers the center. Central center-mid stays back while attacking and stays on the edge of the box for crosses. Right center-mid gets into the box for crosses. Left back overlaps, and right back stays back while attacking and overlaps.

In conclusion, these are 5 highly effective custom tactics in EA FC 24, each offering a unique playing experience. Try them out to find the one that best suits your style.