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Deadly Spike v4: a back four tactic in the FM26 top 2

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The Deadly Spike v4, by CBP87, is the second best FM26 tactic on FM-Arena, and it stands out for getting these results with a back four. In this version the author removed the pressing trigger on the wingers.

Test results (average per 38 match season)

Points (out of 114)Goal diff.Goals scoredGoals concededMatches tested
84.3+5197463.150

Home: 45.0 points · Away: 39.3 points · Expected goal difference (xG): +35.4 per season.

The tactic in pictures

Download the tactic
How to import the tactic:
  1. Download the file .fmf from the FM-Arena page (you need a free account).
  2. Copy it to the folder tactics inside your FM26 user folder (in Documents > Sports Interactive).
  3. In game, go to Tactics > Import tactic.

See also the ranking of the best FM26 tactics.

FM-Arena results (FM26, patch 26.3.0), checked on 23/09/2026. The tactic is hosted by its author on FM-Arena, and all credit goes to the person who created it.

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