I've been using the same formation since FM2010 with Persikota Tangerang. Tactically, however, I tend to change player roles depending on player availability and overall team flavor. The Villans, for instance, would use IFs to maximize scoring potential; while the Black Cats would use DefWings to keep the pressure on the opposition half, as well as using DLP DM (like Maresca/De Ascentis) and B2B CM, instead. Works better with supporting WBs, though, especially when using IFs.
The results are usually fairly good, my 2011 Villans really miss Milner, but A. Young plays wonderfully though since I prefer playing with budget-conscious teams, I haven't explored the full possibilities (like Neymar as the other IF). Meanwhile Sunderland just managed to top the Premiership (I played Bent as a Complete F, not having any really good TM) with very few concessions but not that many clear wins either.
Any suggestions to mine?