The main ingredient in 5-1-2-2 is the CDM. In previous editions FIFA 23 Coins, variations of the 5-3-2/5-2-1-2/5-4-1 did not have an out-and-out CDM. The gap between the midfield and the defensive line also made these formations more attacking with regard to their potential.
In FIFA 23, the CDM in the 5-1-2-2 modifies the setup completely. It's a configuration that allows your wing-backs to attack, and when they step forward, they're virtually unmarked.
There is also width down the flanks, it is possible to attack in an extremely n...
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