Subject: 2-5-3

I'm allowed to play with this formation right? The rules don't state what the minimum players for each order is, just the max (5 defs, 5 mids, 3 strikers)

Sure! You can even play 5-5-0 if you feel so inclined. Generally reserved for special situations (-:

Yeah i knew about that, just wasn't quite sure about 2 defs

If hattrick will let you do it, why not? (-:

I frequently use 2-5-3 (with respect to player orders ... not positioning) when training striker with just my CBs with DEFs. No problem with training (which I'm sure you've already figured out).

I don't really see much benefit for training striking for defenders, even some mids. Defending is a lot more useful skill to have for all players

Errr ... what? :D 2-5-3 is 2 defenders and 3 strikers. The 3 strikers have ATT orders and get training. I'm not sure where you got the idea I train up my defenders striker skills ... :)

Has anyone tried playing a striker(in his normal striking position up front) with a DEF match order??
What are the cons of that??

Why do you want to do that? Do you want to train him as DEF?

Yep

I wouldn't do that, but is your choice.
I think he is going to kick out the ball (but he may score that way).
WHen I play MID as DEF they usually don't move the ball as much as when in MID order.

hehe wouldn't that be funny, breakaway, passes the goalie and then just boots the ball to the sideline

I wouldn't train a ATT in defence

old thread, but it is easy to play strikers with DEF orders, they don't shoot as well, and they waste a few balls, but overall they will create more chances and if they are in the box they shoot just as often as strikers, very effective on corners