When it comes to FIFA, the formation you pick will have a significant impact on your performances and outcomes, regardless of how strong your team is.

There are a ton of formations to choose from in FIFA 23, with Ultimate Team having 30 possible formations and every other game mode offering 33. The 5-1-2-2 formation was added to #FIFA23 Ultimate Team this year, and defensive formations with three or five players in the back are now more frequently used in both real life and FIFA.

Only a few weeks after its debut, players have begun to realize that the tried-and-true formations from previous FIFAs don't exactly work in FIFA 23. With the new gameplay appearing to slow down play and make the game much more sophisticated, the days of selecting the fastest players and spamming through balls are long gone.

Here are some of the best FIFA 23 formations that can significantly improve your next match and every single one after that.

4-1-2-1-2

This slim-looking configuration, known as the 4-1-2-1-2 in Ultimate Team but as the 4-1-2-1-2 narrow in other modes, will overwhelm the center of midfield in the game, offering players a ton of choices when pushing forward but a ton of cover for the defense while on the back foot.

The formation of one CDM, two CMs, and one CAM is ideal for passing your way forward, and with two attackers, your offensive possibilities are limitless.

5-1-2-2/5-3-2

The brand-new 5-1-2-2 has proven to be a very effective formation in FIFA 23, allowing players a well-structured defensive unit that is lethal on the counterattack. It is another configuration with a different name on Ultimate Team.

The CDM is utilized to defend a back three that can form during counterattacks, while both wing-backs convert to forward positions and provide excellent service to both attackers.

4-2-3-1  

The 4-2-3-1 is still a fan favorite configuration from previous FIFA games and still works well in FIFA 23. The 4-2-3-1 configuration is ideal for players that want to try to continually attack without having to worry too much about defending, yet it can overwhelm the midfield because it uses five midfielders.

4-4-2

The 4-4-2 system, which is likely the most balanced one in FIFA 23, is still a great choice for your team. With its two rows of four, it provides excellent defensive stability, and on the offensive, the LM and RM can play as wingers, turning the shape more into a 4-2-4.

4-2-2-2

The 4-2-2-2 might be the best option for you if you're still having trouble with FIFA 23's ball movement. It is simple for your team to counterattack through the middle of the pitch because the other team is playing so narrowly, but if you give up the ball, there are enough players in the middle to regain possession.