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FM26: Michael Carrick-Inspired 4-2-3-1 Tactic to Dominate the Game and Score +4 Goals per Game
This video presents a 4-2-3-1 tactic for Football Manager 2026, inspired by Michael Carrick's style of play at Manchester United. Three variants of the tactic are detailed, along with specific instructions for each player and adjustments for different game situations. The tactic focuses on an aggressive attack and high ball possession, resulting in a high number of goals scored and victories.
1. 🚀 Introduction to Michael Carrick's 4-2-3-1 Tactic for FM26
- ✅ Presentation of the 4-2-3-1 tactic inspired by Michael Carrick for Manchester United in FM26.
- ✅ The tactic has achieved over 100 points in the Premier League and an average of more than four goals per game.
- ✅ Three variants of the tactic used throughout the season will be presented.
- ✅ Mention of additional content available on Patreon, including tactic files and giveaways.
00:00 - 00:49
1. 🚀 Introduction to Michael Carrick's 4-2-3-1 Tactic for FM26
- ✅ Presentation of the 4-2-3-1 tactic inspired by Michael Carrick for Manchester United in FM26.
- ✅ The tactic has achieved over 100 points in the Premier League and an average of more than four goals per game.
- ✅ Three variants of the tactic used throughout the season will be presented.
- ✅ Mention of additional content available on Patreon, including tactic files and giveaways.
00:50 - 02:12
2. ⚽ Analysis of Team Performance and Key Players in the Tactic
- ✅ Review of the performance of key Manchester United players in the tactic.
- ✅ Highlighting Bruno Fernandes with 34 goals and 14 assists in 30 appearances.
- ✅ Mention of other players such as Cesco, Kuna, and Ahmad, and their contributions to the team.
- ✅ Emphasis on how the team adapted to Carrick's system, achieving incredible results.
02:13 - 03:58
3. 📊 Key Statistics and Achievements of the Tactic in the Season
- ✅ Analysis of the data hub, showing an average of 4.1 goals scored per game and 0.8 goals conceded.
- ✅ The team has an average of 29.4 shots per game and 89% passing accuracy.
- ✅ The team had only two defeats in the entire Premier League season.
- ✅ The team won the FA Cup after two penalty shootouts.
03:59 - 06:21
4. 🥅 Goal Summary and Transition to Detailed Explanation of the Tactic
- ✅ Brief montage of goals scored by the team, highlighting a match with 10 goals scored and only one conceded.
- ✅ Transition to the detailed explanation of the tactic, with emphasis on the importance of the three variants.
- ✅ Reminder that the console and mobile versions will be available on Patreon.
06:22 - 11:34
5. ⚙️ Detailed Configuration of the First Variant of the 4-2-3-1 Tactic
- ✅ Explanation of the first variant of the tactic, starting with the team's mentality on positive and a clean slate.
- ✅ Specific instructions for the goalkeeper, central defenders, fullbacks (with pressing fullback roles).
- ✅ Midfield configuration with a DLP (Deep Lying Playmaker) and a Box-to-Box.
- ✅ Instructions for the AP (Attacking Playmaker), highlighting the importance of Bruno Fernandes in this role.
- ✅ Configuration of the Inside Forwards and the Center Forward.
11:35 - 12:01
6. 📝 Team Instructions and Defensive Adjustments in the Base Tactic
- ✅ Team instructions: standard style, high tempo, counter-attack, width, keep the ball in play, be more expressive.
- ✅ Defensive adjustments: high defensive line, high pressing, more frequent counter-pressing.
12:02 - 13:32
7. ⚔️ Offensive Variant of the Tactic: Key Changes for a More Aggressive Game
- ✅ Changes in mentality to 'Attacking' and adjustments in team instructions for a more offensive game.
- ✅ Central defenders play with less risk and stay more open.
- ✅ The importance of these changes to break ties and win matches is emphasized.
13:33 - 17:14
8. 🛡️ Possession Variant: Ball Control and Specific Defensive Adjustments
- ✅ Possession strategy against big teams to tire the opponent.
- ✅ Adjustments to the fullbacks based on their performance in the match.
- ✅ Specific instructions for the inside forwards and the attacking midfielder.
- ✅ Team instructions to maintain possession and play safely.
17:15 - 17:30
9. 👋 Farewell and Call to Action
- ✅ Invitation to leave a 'like', subscribe and activate the notification bell.
- ✅ Reminder of the benefits of joining Patreon.
- ✅ Question to viewers about their opinion on Carrick's appointment.