how to counter 4-4-2 best?

[Shabbaman]

Out of "the book":

quote:4-4-2, normal
General: This is the standard tactic that's also the one that 99% of all coaches will pick for their first game. It has the advantage that no players need special instructions, thereby you get the maximum performance from all-round type players.
Strengths: Good homogeneous defence, strong attacking wings and a good central attack.
Weaknesses: Weak midfield.
Best counter-tactic: Playing three inner midfielders and defensive wing defenders takes the edge off this tactic, and then attacks are preferrably made on the wings.

I don't know about the wings though, that's hard versus 4 defenders. Besides, you need good wingers, otherwise this'd fail anyway. 3-5-2 with offensive wingers, and no fancy tactics, is a pretty decent choice v.s. 4-4-2.