As a seasoned Football Manager player with over a decade of virtual management under my belt, I must say that this set piece tactic has truly caught my attention! Coming from someone who often neglects the intricacies of corner kicks, this strategy is a breath of fresh air.
In a recent video, well-known YouTuber Zealand presented an intriguing corner kick tactic for FM24, which has been proven to create turmoil and enhance any team’s efficiency during corners. Zealand learned this technique after observing skilled player WorkTheSpace execute it successfully at the Football Manager World Cup.
During the World Cup, our team scored more than 50 goals from set pieces using this strategy while Coates was in charge at Sporting Lisbon. Coates, a player many will remember from his stints in England with Liverpool and Sunderland, moved to Portugal to revitalize his career and eventually became the team’s captain under current Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim.
Since I’ve learned about this strategy from a video posted by Zealand recently, I can now delve into the essential details and provide guidance on maximizing your performance in these specific play situations.
How the set piece tactic works in FM24
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In football management, success often hinges upon tiny details, yet with this strategy, your offensive potential soars to unprecedented heights. One of the two attack-oriented approaches stands out, and it’s suggested that you employ the modified version during critical moments in the game when a goal becomes crucial – as recommended by Zealand.
Routine 1
| Delivery | Type: Inswinger Aim for: Near Post |
| Aerial Threats | A1: Attack near post A2: Attack far post A3: Lurk on the far post |
| Box Threats | B1: Mark the Keeper |
| Creators | C1: Lurk outside area (near side) C2: Lurk outside area (centre) C3: Come short |
| Recovery Defenders | D1: Stay back D2: Stay back |
As a gamer, I’d say this tactic lures defenders away from my key target inside the penalty area, setting up a one-on-one situation for a header. While the goalkeeper is occupied and other players distract the remaining defenders, my main man finds himself with more open space. Similarly, additional players positioned outside the box create a similar effect, pulling defenders out. This strategy prevents the usual congestion of players in the box during set pieces, which can often lead to chaotic and wasted opportunities.
Routine 1 (variation)
| Delivery | Type: Inswinger Aim for: Near Post |
| Aerial Threats | A1: Attack far post A2: Lurk on the far post A3: Attack the near post |
| Box Threats | B1: Mark the keeper B2: Attack Near post |
| Creators | C1: Lurk outside area (near side) C2: Lurk outside area (centre) C3: Come short C4: Lurk outside the area (far side) |
| Recovery Defenders | Leave this empty |
In this strategy, success hinges on keeping the ball within our opponents’ penalty area. This tactic proves most effective when their top defensive player is guarding your primary striker. Instead, focus on passing to your third-best attacking option rather than your best one.
It’s likely that your superiority in aerial play will cause trouble for the entire opposing team if you have numerous aerial threats within the penalty area. This strategy is especially potent for teams with large fullbacks, a three-man defense, or midfielders who excel in aerial situations such as Tomas Soucek. Additionally, if the ball gets knocked out, you’ll find open players near the edge of the box, allowing for swift play recycling and capitalizing on the opportunity without wasting it.
Routine 2
| Delivery | Type: Inswimger Aim for: Far Post |
| Aerial Threats | A1: Attack far post A2: Attack near post A3: Lurk at the near post |
| Box Threats | B1: Mark the Keeper |
| Creators | C1: Lurk outside area (far side) C2: Lurk outside area (centre) C3: Come short |
| Recovery Defenders | D1: Stay back D2: Stay back |
This strategy works best against teams employing zonal marking and focusing on denying chances at close range. Instead of targeting the near post as usual, this routine flips things up, aiming for scoring opportunities at the far post. It heavily depends on a skilled corner taker, so having a player who is precise in dead-ball situations would be beneficial if you want to make this strategy effective. If you’re tired of navigating through set piece menus, simply download the provided tactic and it’s ready for use.
Why it works in FM24 and our experience so far
This strategy leverages the AI’s tendency to mark set pieces in a specific way, distributing them and thereby creating open spaces for your top players to demonstrate their skills in the air. It’s crucial to have at least one tall player with an exceptional reach in jumping abilities, preferably 16 inches or more, to maximize the effectiveness of this strategy.
When I came across it, I felt compelled to try it out and see how well I’d fare. I retrieved an earlier save and ran a fresh test with my latest strategy setup. My initial match was against Southampton, who, under Frank Lampard’s guidance, had managed to climb up to the 5th position in the league by 2028. Regrettably, I didn’t even manage a single shot during this game, so it was on to the next challenge.
After Crystal Palace, I was hoping for better fortunes. In that match, I triumphed 5-0, securing two corners, and on the third corner, I earned a penalty. I was astonished. It worked! As someone who seldom dabbled with the set piece aspect, I’m eager to delve deeper. A new challenge awaits me against formidable opponents known for their impressive aerial abilities and scoring goals – a team filled with players acting like salmon. Lorenzo Lucca, here I’m heading!
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2024-11-27 19:10