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FM26 Tactics by Knap: Recommended Tactic List

Knap Tactics are popular because they're the closest you can get to plug and play tactics. However, it can be overwhelming and confusing trying to figure out which tactic you need because Knap is constantly testing and releasing new tactics.
This interactive table will help you easily filter all Knap tactics that matter to you in real-time fashion.

11842 1626 Last Updated: 28 October 2025

Knap Tactics FAQ

Which is the best Knap tactic?

That depends on a lot of factors. Top clubs should be able to use all tactics. Can also use a Top or Sub-Top for home matches, and an Underdog tactic for away matches.

What opposition instruction (OI) does Knap use?

None. Under staff responsibilities, ensure that you are in charge, not the Assistant to stop him adding them. OI can modifiy the intended behaviour of the tactic.

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Important: Set Pieces (SPs) no longer save with the tactic file in FM26. Download Knap's SPs
Disclaimer: These tactics and any tweaks uploaded on FM Scout are free for anyone to download and use. You may not host these files elsewhere (including Steam Workshop) without my permission. Please be honest and avoid changing the names and then passing them off as your own work. Many thanks, G Knap

Knap Tactics Live Search Filters

You can filter Knap tactics by any data you like. Simply start typing and matching results will be shown in real-time. You can combine multiple filters just by pressing space and typing more words.
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Besides any word you can see as part of tactic name, there are Specific Keywords you can use:
Elite Top Sub-Top Underdog Direct Wing Play High Tempo Slow Passing Goals Solid Defence Gung-Ho
Set Tactic Date Team Style Shape For Ag GD Pts Trend
26.0 SPEED KING 451 LP P95 FA CC 2510.23
119 24 95 95 34
26.0 STORMBRINGER 424 LP P95 FA 2510.23
105 20 85 95 18
Argus 26.0 ARGUS 343IW-52221 LP P98 FA 2510.24 Underdog Direct, Solid, Gegen
97 15 82 98 29
26.0 HIGHWAY STAR 4231 LP P95 EC FA 2510.24
132 24 108 95 55
Argus 26.0 ARGUS 3421-5221 LP P105 2510.24 Underdog Direct, Solid, Gegen
96 18 78 105 32
26.0 PHOENIX 433-451 LP P97 FA 2510.24
105 38 67 97 12
26.0 PHOENIX 433 LP P95 CC 2510.24
116 35 81 95 9
Argus 26.0 ARGUS 3412N-5212 LP P97 EC CC 2510.25 Underdog Direct, Solid, Gegen
106 22 84 97 27
26.0 SPEED KING 451-4141 LP P98 FA CC 2510.25
98 30 68 98 30
26.0 PHOENIX 433-42121 LP P105 EC CC 2510.25
102 32 70 105 35
Mad As A Hatter 26.0 MAD AS A HATTER 41140-424 LP P103 2510.25 Top High Tempo, Solid, Gegen
133 26 107 103 15
26.0 STORMBRINGER 424 LP P100 FA 2510.25
124 24 100 100 11
26.0 SPEED KING 451 LP P102 CC 2510.25
103 21 82 102 32
Argus 26.0 ARGUS 352-5311 LP P99 2510.25 Underdog Direct, Solid, Gegen
121 24 97 99 25
26.0 HIGHWAY STAR 4231 LP P108 EC FA 2510.26
124 26 98 108 163
Argus 26.0 ARGUS 3421N-5221 LP P96 CC 2510.26 Underdog Direct, Solid, Gegen
100 18 82 96 21
Mad As A Hatter 26.0 MAD AS A HATTER 4132-41320 P95 EC 2510.26 Top High Tempo, Solid, Gegen
112 27 85 95 11
Mad As A Hatter 26.0 MAD AS A HATTER 4150-424 LP P99 EC 2510.26 Top High Tempo, Solid, Gegen
126 34 92 99 7
Warrior 26.0 WARRIOR 442 P99 CC 2510.27 Sub-Top High Tempo, Solid, Wing Play, Gegen
117 23 94 99 33
26.0 STORMBRINGER 424 LP P100 FA 2510.27
118 37 81 97 18
Sloe Gin 26.0 SLOE GIN 442 LP P95 EC FA 2510.27 High Tempo, Gegen
112 26 86 95 10
26.0 STORMBRINGER 424 LP P103 ALL CUPS 2510.27
129 30 99 103 32
Sloe Gin 26.0 SLOE GIN 442 LP P105 2510.27 High Tempo, Gegen
106 26 80 105 33
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