Which is the best formation in football?
4-2-3-1. The 4-2-3-1 is the de facto best formation in modern football. It mixes attacking potency with defensive solidarity and featured heavily throughout the 2010 FIFA World Cup and also Euro 2012. The full-backs are similar to the ones found in a 4-3-3—explosive, fast and adventurous.
Passing and receiving.
Shooting.
Decision making.
Dribbling.
Heading.
Touch and ball control.
Skills and tricks.
Running off the ball.
What formation is used in football?

The 4-4-2 is the most basic formation that is deployed by football teams throughout the world. It is a very balanced formation and players are spread out well across the field.