Koflok's Goals Galore 2013

[BobTomlinson]

Matox,

I just used the print screen button, paste into "Paint", and then used the "Insert Image" button. There's probably an easier way, but that's how I do it.

 

[Jimmy_x_]

Koflok,

Thanks for the tactic; I have been a big user of your work the past couple years. I have just completed a half season with your new 2013 tactic, which I implemented from the first day of the season:

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The results have been mixed. I currently sit 8th, and barely score more goals than I give up. I have found the scoring to be really inconsistent. I've used Chelsea, as their squad naturally lends to this tactic, especially up front. I've used Daniele De Rossi as the BWM, and Ramires as the DLP. I've found the midfielders average below a 7.0 rating, no matter who is sitting there.

These results match what I've found across multiple first seasons I've attempted since the beta was released. In every instance (using a variety of tactics), the team starts very well and then slowly goes down the drain. If you're looking for any other test information, let me know.

Ouch, that's quite bad with a team like chelsea tbh.

Do your reckon it was more the tactics fault, ME, or your team talks and OI?

 

[mld81]

Matox,

I just used the print screen button, paste into "Paint", and then used the "Insert Image" button. There's probably an easier way, but that's how I do it.

Alt+F9, it saves the screenshot into 'my documents/sports interactive/football manager 2013/screenshots'

 

[matox13]

i dont know how a team can be so dumb... winning 1-0, just gave the ball away instead of keep attacking, 2 blunders, 2 goals, then obviously the opp gk is oliver kahn and buffon together at their best

one game to go, 3rd one point ahead, win promotion, no win, death

 

[BobTomlinson]

Jimmy - I honestly don't think it's the tactics' fault. In my opinion, the ME is so flawed that the game isn't really playable at the moment. I was hoping Koflok's tactic would be able to supersede the randomness, quirks, and bugs, but it doesn't look like it. I have now played through to January or June 2013 a half dozen times with different teams and tactics, and all ended in failure.

 

[koflok]

Just woke up and I already missed 5 pages. Have to go through and reply any concerns.
Be patient guys and thanks for the inputs so far

 

[koflok]

Going to Download this tonight,can any body help with set peaces,i am manu united?

Cheers have fun. Rooney Kagawa Valencia and RVP combination should be killer!

I was hoping if the testers from community here can give me inputs on set pieces - which they always does in previous years.

Keep em coming guys

 

[koflok]

Regardless if your team are gelling, those are some aweful results!!!! Hope not all of them was with this?

Well sorry but the result is just simply horrible. I was hoping I can 'get through' the randomness of the ME so far by creating a lot of chances.

Did you see the match? How did the teams perform? It would be great if you can point out which area that didn't work. Like passing not connecting, or midfield getting bullied or not enough finishing.

For now you gotta do damage control. That is motivate your player rather than hoping excellent results. Pretty sure your players morale are really poor right now - which also contributes to the losing streak.

 

[koflok]

You're a legend koflok, nice to see you again, and will try this tactic with Besiktas JK

will try this tactic with Spurs!

I am trying your tactic with Kizilcahamamspor A.S. in Turkey 3. League. I will be in touch as fixture goes on. But the first impression is really impressive.

Thought I'd give this a go, notable upturn in results with a custom club (and no players at start so all just gens) in Blue Square North (my AMC isnt even accomplished there). If you get your team talks right it seems to work well, nice one.

Cheers guys. Have fun and appreciate your inputs.

 

[koflok]

The ME is so bug ridden still that is why nothing is consistent...... Hoping for a patch soon

I'll give a break to FM13 just because of the ridicioulus ME.

When the ME is updated i will firstly try your tactic mate, thanks for your effort.

Reckon there will be a patch soon?

This.

Well hopefully. They did fix the closing down earlier and goalkeeper distribution problem didn't they?

As much as I love the potential of the new ME which allows player to be smarter offensively in their movement. The consistency is definitely a major issue.

Seeing the inputs here, I'm beginning to think I was able to get a rather consistent result is that because during the 6 months of testing, the first 4 months I did different tweaks almost every 2-3 weeks. I don't know. It doesn't make sense if it is 'cracked' just like that.

Team should have a base formation with slight tweaks on different games. Not major changes every games. Refer to Barca, Stoke, etc

 

[koflok]

thank you man. I#m no tactic guru (at all), but this year i really tried, but the ME#s inconsistency really got the better of me.
From all the tactics i tried (selfmade and downloaded) this one is the first one that#s at least halfconsisten for me, even without managing a good team. Hoping for patch soon, after all, really satisfaction will come only with a self-build tactic. Until then, good work!

Cheers. Thanks bud

True. I always encourage people to build their own tactic. That's the fun part.
Or at least play around with the base tactic I provided to fully fit their team. That would be really swell.

 

[BobTomlinson]

Well sorry but the result is just simply horrible. I was hoping I can 'get through' the randomness of the ME so far by creating a lot of chances.

Did you see the match? How did the teams perform? It would be great if you can point out which area that didn't work. Like passing not connecting, or midfield getting bullied or not enough finishing.

For now you gotta do damage control. That is motivate your player rather than hoping excellent results. Pretty sure your players morale are really poor right now - which also contributes to the losing streak.

Koflok - The midfield seemed to hold up, and they didn't appear to be bullied or anything. The passes often failed to connect, and the striker (either Torres, Jovetic, or Sturridge) were rarely put through on goal with a killer pass like they would with your FM2012 tactic. As for the randomness, I completely agree. I thought the number of chances would make the ME less of an issue, but I didn't seem to get a lot of clear chances.

 

[koflok]

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Which timezone are you in? oO)

Steam error, he made the tactic with a very early Beta.

Nothing's wrong.

Aussie here. 11 hours ahead of you guys. We're in the future already.

 

[MetalHeroChris]

I'm not sure that goalkeeper distribution setting has been fixed...I've tried a few of my own tactics with that set and the keeper still boots the ball up field. I'm not going to bang on about the ME or anything but seeing it play it's sometimes hard to watch. I've tried a few tactics now that start successful and then after a loss it starts a chain reaction of further losses, too crazy levels.

For example no matter how well you motivate your players or give them a kick up the backside when required it makes little to no difference.

Good Luck Koflok, I hope you crack it and apologies if I went off topic.

 

[koflok]

is it required you invert the wingers?

i usually prefered it that way, especially with Inside Forwards..

But for me it's working without 'swap position' or inverting the wingers.

He said himself that inverted wingers is becoming less important

indeed, but still recommended

Regarding the inside forwards. I always prefer having a inverted winger there. but if you are tight on a budget or you have a very good winger with good finishing and/or crossing (eg Bale, Valencia), then you may put a traditional winger there.

Keep a note that inverted wingers cut inside better and tend to drag defenders out. It allows them to be not just a scoring thread but also that extra space dragged, allows the striker to have more space in front. Usually the inside forwards will slide a little diagonal ball to the middle where the striker will pounce.

So, if you want to have a traditional winger, the assist contributor is now more dependent to the AMC. The wingers will tend to slide a through ball during fast breaks, or just go to the byline and cross the ball - which is not that bad in this ME if they're pacy and can beat their marker.

 

[zieler]

Just wanted to say thanks for making this tactic again. Currently using it with my Tolima side (Colombian first division) and while the results haven't been great, that is mostly down to an injury crisis in midfield and worse in goal (had to play an U18 who had 1 silver star :'()

However, now I have my goalie back and my team is nearly perfect with the tactic, I'll be able to have a better look. I'll keep you updated as much as I can.

Edit: one thing though, I am conceding a lot of goal through opponents running down the wing and crossing to the far post. Some of that may be down to my ****-poor wing backs (have a 36 year old and due to injury a 39 year old :O), but what changes would you advise?

 

[koflok]

well, first two games, a 5-3 win in the cup (after leading 5-0, thats no good, maybe halftime team talk) and a 4-0 win on the league... maybe my titanic avoid sinking... im 9 points behind promotion

2 more games, lost 3-2 away with 2 set pieces and an invented penalty (was foul of the opponent!!!)

then won 2-1 in the league, opponent goal a blunder from my cb that just like to give the ball to the ones with the other shirt

sitting 7th, 6 points behind promotion... 16 games to go.

but far better than before... now my team at least seems to be competitive

im 9 games away from end of season, just 4 points behind promotion spot... maybe titanic reachs new york... maybe...

if i get promoted, this will be my tactic, i put match prep on max

i will need two fb's at least one cb, one GK urgent!!! and 2 cm at least...

im still at the verge of sack, since mid season... this tactic at least extended the agony

9 games away from knowing it saved my life or not

just got my contract renewed... 4 months before my head was about to be hanging in a lamp at monte carlo's casino...

seems that the prince love your tactic

Cheers for the continuous update. Hopefully you can survive by the end of the season after the revival.

defensive blunders and crosses galore

As in opponents crossing and scoring?
If that's the case you can tone down the fullbacks forward run. That way he won't bomb upfield all the time but his defense will significantly improve

you need to find a way to solve this issue... attack is fine!!!

Trying to. Just need more input from the testers here since nothing clear has been concluded.

well, was just a few games, but with the d line at middle, and width at some point slight less than medium, and no opp instructions the opponents kick at my goal much less...

attack still works fine

Posters below you just gave you the instruction to print screen. I usually press print screen and paste them to paint.

Would be great if you can post it here. WOuld be a major help.

Thanks!

 

[koflok]

well, first two games, a 5-3 win in the cup (after leading 5-0, thats no good, maybe halftime team talk) and a 4-0 win on the league... maybe my titanic avoid sinking... im 9 points behind promotion

So far so good m8. Just Started a Chelsea save and I'm impressed so far.
I've only played 3 games so far but I beat Man City 3-2 in the Community Shield game.
I beat Norwich 4-1 at home and then beat Everton 4-1 at Goodison park.
I bought Ben Arfa in the summer and he's absolutely working wonders for me so far.
Hope this continuous .

Cheers glad it's been working for you so far.

Keep em coming. If you notice anything significant or found any tweaks, feel free to post it here.
Would be a great help for the improvement of the tactic.

And yeah Ben Arfa is killing it. He regularly score goals and gives assist for me.

Cheers.

 

[koflok]

Looking good so far Kof, 3-1 win over Huddersfield in the 3rd round of the cup, 3-1 win over West Ham away in the league and then beat Chelsea 4-2 at home

Well the tactic definately provides goals galore lol

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Cheers.

Good if it's working well for ya. The match you uploaded was a bit too close.

You did really well though, creating 6 CCCs which is a lot in this ME.

Keep em coming.

 

[koflok]

Was on a bad run with Leicester, though I'd try this tactic for the first time away at Watford, won 5-0. Seems to be going well

Good first game. Let me know when you've played some more games.
Consistency is an issue here so hopefully it'll do well just as your first game.

in a nutshell: before: my team barely came out of a game on top (often leading in the first half, than draw or loss) ; with this tactic my team often wins these close games, e.g. 3:2. Creating more CCCs and actually able to score in the final third of a game and winning it.

I like that it creates good amount of CCCs. I really do hope this consistency issue everyone is talking about is fixed soon.

Thanks for testing it out bud.