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As was the case at the start of EA Sports FC 24 , the classic 4-4-2 formation remains one of the best in EA Sports FC 25 . While there are many more fancy options available to players, the formation offers stability, protection for the defense, and customization to suit every pla As opposed to the formation at number one on this list, it also has the benefits you get from playing two strikers up front, including the highest-rated strikers listed in the table above. This allows you to always have a presence at the attacking end of the pitch and gives the two forwards someone to always link with on the counteratt Man City are the juggernaut of the Premier League. They have won six of the last seven Premier League titles and don't seem to be slowing down anytime soon - unless the legal system puts a stop to them. Their squad contains several of the highest-rated players in the Fc25 Game Station Characters , including Rodri, Kevin De Bruyne, and, of course, Erling Haal A formation that is very similar to others on this list, the 4-3-2-1 is an excellent option in its own right. It is one of the narrowest formations available in EA Sports FC 25 , but with influential central midfielders, it allows you to dominate the game at your own pace. The choice of attacking midfielders is vital as they will provide all of the chance creation for this formation, alongside using full-backs that can give the width nee Alisson is a nightmare for the best strikers in career mode, as the Liverpool goalkeeper is one of the best shot-stoppers in the game while also being incredibly alert to crosses and long ball attempts. Despite his age, Alisson remains one of the top choices for any side, especially one that wants to win If you want a goalkeeper who can ping long passes to your forwards, then Kobel is not your man, as his passing skills are severely lacking. However, there are few better options for saving one-on-ones, as his 6'5" frame makes Kobel one of the best for swatting sh Even though the Real Madrid team is packed full of superstars , if there's one player that is a must for any starting 11 it's Mbappé. His electric pace and unreal shooting make him the highest-rated player in the game, and with such prestige comes an excellent face scan to b If waiting for Costa to develop into one of the world's best sounds too risky for your win-now team, then you can opt instead for Gregor Kobel, who offers extremely similar benefits. Kobel also has a 90 potential and is a year older than Costa, but is an 88 overall and is noticeably solid in the net, though he's strictly good at stopping sh Especially considering that the man has spent the vast majority of his career winning a league title in almost every season he has been a part of. This is perhaps why his stats showcase his serial winning w They've always been an odd team to play, as it's hard to replicate Pep Guardiola's distinct style of football in a video game. Yet, rampaging with Haaland or playing defense-splitting balls with De Bruyne is still plenty of fun, even if winning everything with City is perhaps a bit too easy. After all, not only do they already have an amazing squad, but they have a bigger starting transfer budget than every other five-star t Unlike Khiara Keating who is only 5'6", Nnadozie is 5'11", making her much better at reaching shots than her shorter peers. Height is one of the most important factors in determining a goalkeeper's ability to stop shots, and Nnadozie boasts a clear advantage in this resp Considering that EA Sports FC 25 boasts a plethora of superstars, it's no surprise that EA would want them looking as close to photo-realistic as possible. Player models continue to become more detailed, as each rendition of the title enhances the authenticity of the visuals. With such realistic graphics and fluid gameplay, the in-game immersion is at an all-time h He's got a fantastic range of passing, he's physically imposing, he's got good close control, and he's also got phenomenal long shots , allowing you to let rip from distance and have it pay off more times than you might th Granit Xhaka has been extraordinary for Bayer Leverkusen, and he helped them win the Bundesliga in his first season at the club. The midfielder was immense for them throughout the season, which is why EA has assigned him an overall rating of 86 in the Career M For this formation to work, ball retention is critical with only one attacking midfielder and one striker in the line-up, but if you can be clinical with chances, it is a great option. The individual tactics and player roles are essential when choosing 4-4-1-1, as if you go behind with it, you will need to be able to adapt to try and get back into the g It's clear that you can't just rely on lobbed through balls and pace merchants. You need to have a bit of steel at the back, and that usually translates to a blend of defensive acumen and pace to run towards your own goal, and that's something that Manuel Akanji has in spa