I use a rigid formation, mentality depends on opposition, normal tempo ( a bit on the slower side) and short passing...
Many might say go for counter-attack with quick tempo and direct passing, but I feel if you can keep the ball away from home, the home defence will surely crack and I mean SURELY....Conceding cheap goals can also be avoided this way...
I registered good away results: 2-1 win over Man Utd and 1-1 draw against Madrid while playing for Juventus and the sole reason is I like to keep the ball even away. As a matter of fact, I do the same in my Sheff Utd save....
Many might disagree but it works brilliantly for me