The best training drills to get maximum Playstyle points and Combos in Top Eleven 2022

Attacker Playstyle

POACHER

Roles: ST

Description: Scoring goals is the Poacher's only focus. Always waiting on the edges of the opponents' defensive line, any ball he finds in the penalty area can become a hazard.

Combo with: False Nine, Enganche, Attacker Winger

Training drills: Shooting Technique, Shooting Technique, Slalom Dribble, Slalom Dribble, Shuttle Runs, Shuttle Runs

TARGET MAN

Roles: ST

Description: The Target Man is a magnet for aerial passes in the attacking line. He'll either finish or hold up the ball against the DCs and wait for teammates to join the offensive.

Combo with: False Nine, Enganche, Attacker Winger

Training drills: Skill Drill, Skill Drill, Shooting Technique, Shooting Technique, Use Your Head, Use Your Head

FALSE NINE

Roles: ST, AMC

Description: A skilled ball driver, the False Nine receives the ball deep and brings danger to the surroundings of the box, forcing DCs to break their position.

Combo with: Poacher, Target Man

Training drills: Pass, Go And Shoot, Pass, Go And Shoot, Skill Drill, Skill Drill, Sprint, Sprint

ENGANCHE

Roles: AMC

Description: The Enganche is a quick-minded skilled driver that connects midfield and attack, moving the ball forward fast. He displays great technical and assisting skills.

Combo with: Poacher, Target Man

Training drills: Pass, Go And Shoot, Pass, Go And Shoot, Skill Drill, Skill Drill, Sprint, Sprint

INSIDE FORWARD

Roles: AMR, AML

Description: The Inside Forward will cut into the open space and create a scoring opportunity for the STs, or engage the goalkeeper directly and finish himself.

Combo with: Mezzala, Box To Box

Training drills: Shooting Technique, Shooting Technique, Slalom Dribble, Slalom Dribble, Wing Play, Wing Play

ATTACKER WINGER

Roles: AMR, AML, MR, ML

Description: Wingers are a synonym for danger from the flanks. Their incursions are a nightmare for DLs and DRs because of their crosses, speed and dribbling skills.

Combo with: Poacher, Target Man

Training drills: Fast Counter-Attacks, Fast Counter-Attacks, Slalom Dribble, Slalom Dribble, Wing Play, Wing Play

Midfielder Playstyles

FALSE WINGER

Roles: MR, ML

Description: Deployed on the wings, False Wingers drift to central areas of the pitch, creating a numerical advantage in the midfield that disrupts and overwhelms rival defenses.

Combo with: Poacher, Target Man

Training drills: Fast Counter-Attacks, Fast Counter-Attacks, Slalom Dribble, Slalom Dribble, Wing Play, Wing Play

MEZZALA

Roles: MC

Description: A Mezzala brings dynamism to the midfield and feeds their teammates with his passing skills and space creation. Teammates with high mobility will get the most from him.

Combo with: Poacher, Target Man, Inside Forward

Training drills: Fast Counter-Attacks, Fast Counter-Attacks, Slalom Dribble, Slalom Dribble, Piggy In The Middle, Piggy In The Middle

BOX TO BOX

Roles: MC

Description: Present in a large area of the field, the Box-to-box MC appears wherever needed, supporting other midfielders. He can take part in both attacking and defending plays.

Combo with: Poacher, Target Man, Inside Forward

Training drills: Fast Counter-Attacks, Fast Counter-Attacks, Slalom Dribble, Slalom Dribble, Piggy In The Middle, Piggy In The Middle

REGISTA

Roles: MC, DMC

Description: The Regista is a director. With only few yet very precise and effective actions he’ll get the ball deep in his own half and set up the attacking phase of the team.

Combo with: False Nine, Enganche, Attacking Winger

Training drills: Press The Play, Press The Play, Piggy In The Middle, Piggy In The Middle, Stop The Attacker, Stop The Attacker

BALL WINNER

Roles: DMC

Description: A mainly defensive midfielder, the Ball Winner is very proficient at steals and tackles. He holds the line, gets the ball and gives it to the playmaker.

Combo with: Mezzala, Box To Box

Training drills: Press The Play, Press The Play, Piggy In The Middle, Piggy In The Middle, Stop The Attacker, Stop The Attacker

ANCHOR MAN

Roles: DMC

Description: The Anchor Man stands in front of the defensive line. He anticipates any opposing action in that area, and distributes the ball to players in more forward positions.

Combo with: Mezzala, Box To Box

Training drills: Press The Play, Press The Play, Piggy In The Middle, Piggy In The Middle, Stop The Attacker, Stop The Attacker

Defender Playstyles

NO NONSENSE DC

Roles: DC

Description: A No-nonsense DC has one job: to clear the ball out at the slightest sign of danger. He acts fast and decisively, leaving no room for flourishes or mistakes.

Combo with: Mezzala, Box To Box, Regista

Training drills: Press The Play, Press The Play, Piggy In The Middle, Piggy In The Middle, Stop The Attacker, Stop The Attacker

STOPPER

Roles: DC

Description: Stoppers are blunt but precise when it comes to neutralizing the attackers' attempts to score. They are experts in marking and tackling. A life insurance in the box.

Combo with: Mezzala, Box To Box, Regista

Training drills: Press The Play, Press The Play, Piggy In The Middle, Piggy In The Middle, Stop The Attacker, Stop The Attacker

BALL PLAYING DC

Roles: DC

Description: Ball-playing DCs are a balanced mix of defensive solvency and technique. They stop attacks and fluidly pass the ball to the midfield, or hold it to calm the waters.

Combo with: Mezzala, Box To Box, Regista

Training drills: Press The Play, Press The Play, Piggy In The Middle, Piggy In The Middle, Stop The Attacker, Stop The Attacker

FULL BACK

Roles: DR, DL

Description: Full-backs' focus is primarily defense. It's their job to stop hazards coming from the sides, even if they will occasionally support fast-paced offensives from their flanks.

Combo with: False Winger, Attacking Winger, Inside Forward

Training drills: Press The Play, Press The Play, Piggy In The Middle, Piggy In The Middle, Defending Crosses, Defending Crosses

WING BACK

Roles: DR, DL

Description: Wing-backs are defenders that thrive on attack. They run up their flanks, overlapping side midfielders, and giving crosses or dragging opposing defenders' attention.

Combo with: False Winger, Attacking Winger, Inside Forward

Training drills: Press The Play, Press The Play, Piggy In The Middle, Piggy In The Middle, Defending Crosses, Defending Crosses

BALL PLAYING GK

Roles: GK

Description: A Ball-playing GK can play with his feet, contributing to the team's passing game. He can help build up the offensive play or trigger a counter attack with a well-aimed pass.

Combo with: Stopper

Training drills: Goalkeeper Training, Goalkeeper Training, Goalkeeper Training, Goalkeeper Training, Goalkeeper Training, Goalkeeper Training

SWEEPER KEEPER

Roles: GK

Description: The Sweeper Keeper feels comfortable playing out of his area, rushing out to intercept opponents' long balls. A proper 11th outfield player whenever needed.

Combo with: No Nonsense DC

Training drills: Goalkeeper Training, Goalkeeper Training, Goalkeeper Training, Goalkeeper Training, Goalkeeper Training, Goalkeeper Training

BOX COMMANDER

Roles: GK

The Box Commander imposes his rules in the box. His presence both physically and mentally, intimidates the most seasoned STs. He becomes a giant on the goal line.

Combo with: Ball Playing DC

Training drills: Goalkeeper Training, Goalkeeper Training, Goalkeeper Training, Goalkeeper Training, Goalkeeper Training, Goalkeeper Training

Top Eleven Tactics for the 4-3-3 Narrow formation

Summary

The 4-3-3 Narrow formation is the best formation to attack through the middle in Top Eleven.

Supportive team mentality

Defensive, Normal, Attacking, Hard Attacking

Unsupportive team mentality

Hard Defending

Advantages of the 4-3-3 Narrow formation in Top Eleven 

• It is high scoring formation.
• You have very few type of positions so it is easy to manage substitutions during the match.
• With three Strikers (ST) up front, there will always be attacking options for the team to exploit. Coupled with the fullbacks and midfielders pushing forward, this makes for a potent attacking force.
• With three center midfielders you can control the center of the pitch and force your opponent to play out wide.
• The focus passing styles "Through The Middle" works amazingly. 
• This formation is capable of all three available passing styles, Short, Mixed, and Long.
• The offside trap works really well with this formation.

Disadvantages of the 4-3-3 Narrow formation in Top Eleven

• You have only option to choose focus passing style "Through The Middle" and there is no threat on the wings for opposition.
• Your right and left defenders (DR & DL) need more than 120% fitness and speed attributes because they tire out more.
• Opposition can take advantage of the space on the wings. And if opposition is playing with strong attacking right and left midfielders, be ready to concede the goals.
• You need very strong center defenders with special abilities.
• Sometimes, this formation leaves space for opposition for counterattacks so you need a Goalkeeper (GK) with at least 130% overall quality and 140% Rushing Out attribute.
• The Man-To-Man marking style isn't sufficient against strong opponents.

Recommended special abilities

• Your center defenders should have the special abilities of Defensive Wall and Aerial Defender.
• One of your strikers (ST) should have the special ability of a One-on-one scorer. It can be very helpful to score during the counterattacks.
• For more creativity in the midfield, one of your center midfielders (MC) should have the special ability of Playmaker.
• One of your center midfielders (MC) should have the special ability of Dribbler.

Recommended extra roles

• All of your center midfielders (MC) should have an extra role of defensive center midfielder (DMC). It supports your defense a lot.
• Your both side defenders (DR & DL) should have extra roles of right and left midfielders (MR & ML). It helps to cover the side space on the pitch. They should be trained for third role for center defender (DC). Though it is not necessary but it can be very helpful to keep balance in the defense line.

Attacking tactics for the 4-3-3 Narrow formation

Team mentality, Attacking, Focus passing, Through The Middle, Passing style, Mixed, Force counter-attacks, Off
Pressing style, High, Tackling style, Hard, Marking style, Zonal, Play offside trap, On

Normal tactics for the 4-3-3 Narrow formation

Team mentality, Normal, Focus passing, Through The Middle, Passing style, Mixed, Force counter-attacks, On
Pressing style, High, Tackling style, Hard, Marking style, Zonal, Play offside trap, Off

Defensive tactics for the 4-3-3 Narrow formation

Team mentality, Defensive, Focus passing, Through The Middle, Passing style, Mixed, Force counter-attacks, On
Pressing style, High, Tackling style, Hard, Marking style, Zonal, Play offside trap, Off

Final note

Even if you follow all these instructions, I guarantee an 80% of good result. Your team's training bonuses, morale, health condition, injuries during the match, weather conditions, and referee's decisions may change the outcome of the match.

Top Eleven Tactics for the 4-5-1 formation

Summary

The 4-5-1 formation is the possession magnet formation in Top Eleven. 

Supportive team mentality

Defensive, Hard Defending, Normal, Attacking

Unsupportive team mentality

Hard Attacking

Advantages of the 4-5-1 formation in Top Eleven 

• 4-5-1 formation is Jose Mourinho's favorite.
• This formation has high win percentage in low scoring games.
• If you adopt right strategy and your players have specific special abilities and extra roles, you can beat or make a draw against even 20% stronger opponents.
• If you want to draw 0:0 score against much stronger opponent, this formation is the best choice for you.
• You get maximum possession in the game with two wide midfielders (MR, ML) and three center midfielders (MC).
• There is no room for opponent's counterattacks and it is a huge advantage in Top Eleven.
• You play in the midfield most of the time, and get clean sheets more.
• Great for counterattacking against strong opponents.
• The passing style Short, works really very well.
• The Man-To-Man marking style and Zonal marking style both options are equally effective according to strategy.
• This is the one of few formations in the game that can be used for all available focus passing styles "Mixed, Down Both Flanks, Right Flank, Left Flank, and Through The Middle. You can change your tactics between the match without changing formation.
• This formation is capable of passing styles, Short and Mixed.

Disadvantages of the 4-5-1 formation in Top Eleven

• You have a lone striker (ST).
• When attacking, the lone striker (ST) playing against 3 or 4 defenders making it close to impossible for the forward to find space.
• Your striker (ST) have to be at least seven stars.
• 4-5-1 is a low scoring formation so it is difficult to compete in Top Scorer Challenge in the game.
• Your wide midfielders (MR, ML) tire out more, because they have to run a lot.
• Passing style Long doesn't work.

Recommended special abilities

• Your striker (ST) should have the special ability of One-on-one scorer. It can be very helpful to score during counterattacks.
• Your left or right midfielder (MR, ML) should have a special ability of Dribbler.
• Your left or right attacking-midfielder (MR, ML) should have a special ability of Shadow Striker.
• For more creativity in midfield, two of your central midfielders (MC) should have a special ability of Playmaker.
• Both of your center-backs should have the special abilities of Defensive Wall and Aerial Defender (DC).

Recommended extra roles

• Your all three center midfielder (MC) should have an extra role of defensive center midfielder (DMC).
• Your right and left wide midfielders (MR, ML) should have an extra role of attacking right and left midfielder (AMR, AML).

Attacking tactics for the 4-5-1 formation

Team mentality, Attacking, Focus passing, Mixed, Passing style, Mixed, Force counter-attacks, Off
Pressing style, High, Tackling style, Hard, Marking style, Man-To-Man, Play offside trap, Off

Normal tactics for the 4-5-1 formation

Team mentality, Normal, Focus passing, Mixed, Passing style, Short, Force counter-attacks, Off
Pressing style, Low, Tackling style, Hard, Marking style, Man-To-Man, Play offside trap, Off

Defensive and Hard Defending tactics for the 4-5-1 formation

Team mentality, Defensive or Hard Defending, Focus passing, Mixed, Passing style, Short, Force counter-attacks, On
Pressing style, Low, Tackling style, Hard, Marking style, Man-To-Man, Play offside trap, Off

Final note

Even if you follow all these instructions, I guarantee an 80% result. Your team's training bonuses, morale, health condition, injuries during the match, weather conditions, and referee's decisions may change the outcome of the match.

Top Eleven Tactics for the 4-1-2-2-1 formation

Summary

The 4-1-2-2-1 formation is the king of formations in Top Eleven and definitely it is the treble winning formation.

Supportive team mentality

Defensive, Hard Defending, Normal, Attacking, Hard Attacking

Unsupportive team mentality

None

Advantages of the 4-1-2-2-1 formation in Top Eleven 

• It is the most balanced modern formation in Top Eleven.
• You are free to set your strategy.
• Your defensive center midfielder (DMC) gives an extra boost in defense and intercepts dangerous passes from opposing team's midfielders (MC) to their strikers (ST). Most of the time, he plays a key role in your victory. And he also play an extraordinary role in counterattacks.
• The Man-To-Man marking style works really well with this formation, and strikers (ST) of the opposing team are totally unable to make long rang shots and it is the huge advantage in Top Eleven.
• The Man-To-Man marking style gives you a defensive boost.
• The Man-To-Man marking style wins more ball possession. 
• The Man-To-Man marking style develops more counterattacks.
• The Man-To-Man marking style increase the risk of injuries in opposing team. Off course your defender with 120% Aggression attribute could be Sergio Ramos for strikers of your opposing team.
• You can use Zonal marking style either without any fear.
• This is the one of few formations in the game that can be used for all available focus passing styles "Mixed, Down Both Flanks, Right Flank, Left Flank, and Through The Middle. You can change your tactics between the match without changing formation.
• This formation is capable of all three available passing styles, Short, Mixed, and Long.

Disadvantages of the 4-1-2-2-1 formation in Top Eleven

• The Man-To-Man marking style will tire out your players more. So you need at least 90% of condition of your starting line up.
• Using The Man-To-Man marking tires your players out more and it increases the risk of injuries. 
• In knockout rounds your players tire out more, you should have good substitutes. 

Recommended special abilities

• Your striker (ST) should have the special ability of One-on-one scorer. It can be very helpful to score during counterattacks.
• Your left or right attacking-midfielder (AMR, AML) should have a special ability of Shadow-Striker.
• Your left or right attacking-midfielder (AMR, AML) should have a special ability of Dribbler.
• For more creativity in midfield, one of your central midfielders (MC) should have a special ability of Playmaker.
• Both of your center-backs should have the special abilities of Defensive Wall and Aerial Defender (DC).
• Your defensive center midfielder (DMC) should have a special ability of Playmaker.

Recommended extra roles

• Your defensive center midfielder (DMC) should have an extra role of center midfielder (MC). 
• Your right and left attacking midfielders should have an extra role of Strike (ST). The strength attribute helps to win the ball from the defenders of the opposing team in one-on-one situation.

Attacking and Hard Attacking tactics for the 4-1-2-2-1 formation

Team mentality, Attacking or Hard Attacking, Focus passing, Mixed, Passing style, Mixed, Force counter-attacks, Off
Pressing style, High, Tackling style, Hard, Marking style, Man-To-Man, Play offside trap, Off

Normal tactics for the 4-1-2-2-1 formation

Team mentality, Normal, Focus passing, Mixed, Passing style, Mixed, Force counter-attacks, On
Pressing style, High, Tackling style, Hard, Marking style, Man-To-Man, Play offside trap, Off

Defensive and Hard Defending tactics for the 4-1-2-2-1 formation

Team mentality, Defensive or Hard Defending, Focus passing, Down Both Sides, Passing style, Long, Force counter-attacks, On
Pressing style, High, Tackling style, Hard, Marking style, Man-To-Man, Play offside trap, Off

Final note

Even if you follow all these instructions, I guarantee an 80% result. Your team's training bonuses, morale, health condition, injuries during the match, weather conditions, and referee's decisions may change the outcome of the match.

Top Eleven Tactics for the 4-2-3-1 formation

Summary

The 4-2-3-1 formation has become almost the standard in modern Top Eleven because of its flexibility.

Supportive team mentality

Defensive, Normal, Attacking, Hard Attacking

Unsupportive team mentality

Hard Defending

Advantages of the 4-2-3-1 formation in Top Eleven 

• Simply it creates more chances.
• With three attacking midfielders (AMR, AMC, AML) and a striker (ST) you can beat even a strong defense.
• If your opponent is using the Man-To-Man marking style in defense, your team playing the 4-2-3-1 will almost always have the numerical advantage in attack. 
• Your players cover the entire pitch and your strikers can attack from all angels.
• Your attacking center midfielder (AMC) can give a surprise anytime with his passing and long rang shots.
• This is the one of few formations in the game that can be used for all available focus passing styles "Mixed, Down Both Flanks, Right Flank, Left Flank, and Through The Middle. You can change your tactics between the match without changing formation.
• This formation is capable of all three available passing styles, Short, Mixed, and Long.
• The offside trap works really well with this formation.

Disadvantages of the 4-2-3-1 formation in Top Eleven

• In defense, most of the time it's one-on-one situation.
• The Man-To-Man marking style isn't sufficient against strong opponents.
• You need both of your center defenders (DC) very fit and strong. (at least 6 stars recommended overall, and at least 120% fitness and strength attributes)
• Pressing low isn't a good option.

Recommended special abilities

• Your striker (ST) should have the special ability of One-on-one scorer. It can be very helpful to score during counterattacks.
• Your attacking center-midfielder (AMC) should have a special ability of Shadow-Striker.
• For more creativity in the midfield, one of your central midfielders should have a special ability of Playmaker.
• Both of your center-backs should have the special abilities of Defensive Wall and Aerial Defender.

Recommended extra roles

• Both of your center midfielders (MC) should have an extra role of defensive midfielder (DMC). It helps to stabilize the defense.
• Your right, left and center attacking midfielders (AMR, AML, AMC) should have an extra role of Strike (ST). The strength attribute helps to play the ball against the defenders of the opposing team in one-on-one situation.

Attacking and Hard Attacking tactics for the 4-2-3-1 formation

Team mentality, Attacking or Hard Attacking, Focus passing, Mixed, Passing style, Mixed, Force counter-attacks, Off
Pressing style, High, Tackling style, Hard, Marking style, Zonal, Play offside trap, On

Normal tactics for the 4-2-3-1 formation

Team mentality, Normal, Focus passing, Mixed, Passing style, Mixed, Force counter-attacks, Off
Pressing style, High, Tackling style, Hard, Marking style, Zonal, Play offside trap, On

Defensive tactics for the 4-2-3-1 formation

Team mentality, Defensive, Focus passing, Mixed, Passing style, Mixed, Force counter-attacks, On
Pressing style, High, Tackling style, Hard, Marking style, Zonal, Play offside trap, Off

Final note

Even if you follow all these instructions, I guarantee an 80% result. Your team's training bonuses, morale, health condition, injuries during the match, weather conditions, and referee's decisions may change the outcome of the match.

Top Eleven Tactics for the 4-4-2 Classic formation

Summary

The 4-4-2 Classic is a well-balanced formation in Top Eleven and it can be easily used for attacking and defending when needed.

Supportive team mentality

Defensive, Normal, Attacking

Unsupportive team mentality

Hard Defending, Hard Attacking

Advantages of the 4-4-2 Classic formation in Top Eleven 

• If you love counterattacking football, the 4-4-2 Classic formation is the first choice.
• Using two strikers (ST) means there’s a perpetual threat of having the opposition center-backs in 1-v-1 situations, a situation that favors the attacker more often than not.
• You can get more ball possession with two center midfielders and two wide midfielders.
• This is the one of few formations in the game that can be used for all available focus passing styles "Mixed, Down Both Flanks, Right Flank, Left Flank, and Through The Middle. You can change your tactics between the match without changing formation.
• This formation is capable of all three available passing styles, Short, Mixed, and Long.
• The offside trap works really well with this formation.
• The 4–4–2 is still regarded as the best formation to protect the whole width of the field with the opposing team having to get past two banks of four.

Disadvantages of the 4-4-2 Classic formation in Top Eleven

• The Man-To-Man marking style isn't sufficient against strong opponents.
• To win matches against strong opponents you have to train your players for extra roles and special abilities. If your players do not have certain special abilities and extra roles, your players may lose control over the game.

Recommended special abilities

• One of your strikers (ST) should have the special ability of a One-on-one scorer. It can be very helpful to score during the counterattacks.
• For more creativity in the midfield, one of your center midfielders (MC) should have the special ability of Playmaker.
• One of your right or left midfielders (MR, ML) should have the special ability of Dribbler.

Recommended extra roles

• Both of your center midfielders (MC) should have an extra role of defensive center midfielder (DMC). It will be helpful to park the bus.
• Both of your (wingers) right and left midfielders should have an extra role of attacking midfielder (AMR, AML). It will be helpful to play an attacking game.
• One of your strikers (ST) should have an extra role of attacking center midfielder (AMC). This will help you to get more ball possession.

Attacking tactics for the 4-4-2 Classic formation

Team mentality, Attacking, Focus passing, Mixed, Passing style, Mixed, Force counter-attacks, On
Pressing style, High, Tackling style, Hard, Marking style, Zonal, Play offside trap, On

Normal tactics for the 4-4-2 Classic formation

Team mentality, Normal, Focus passing, Mixed, Passing style, Mixed, Force counter-attacks, On
Pressing style, High, Tackling style, Hard, Marking style, Zonal, Play offside trap, Off

Defensive tactics for the 4-4-2 Classic formation

Team mentality, Defensive, Focus passing, Through The Middle, Passing style, Long, Force counter-attacks, On
Pressing style, High, Tackling style, Hard, Marking style, Zonal, Play offside trap, Off

Final note

Even if you follow all these instructions, I guarantee an 80% of good result. Your team's training bonuses, morale, health condition, injuries during the match, weather conditions, and referee's decisions may change the outcome of the match.