FIFA 23: The Best Formation & Starting 11 for Real Madrid

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With Karim Benzema a shoo-in for this year's prestigious Ballon d'Or award and his team starting the season as the reigning European champions, there are plenty of reasons to play as Real Madridin FIFA 23. However, finding the right setup for the 14-time European Cup winners can be a little tricky, as there are a lot of things to consider when it comes to formation and starting eleven.

FIFA 23: 4-3-3 Formation Guide

Despite what their recent dominance might suggest, Real are very much a team in transition, with Casemiro having recently departed and veteran midfield duo Toni Kroos and Luca Modric well into the twilight years of their careers. Though their replacements have already been signed, they're still a few years away from reaching their true potential, forcing FIFA 23 players into a somewhat difficult decision.

Trying to find the best formation for Real Madrid in FIFA 23 is a little tricky. Granted, in Camavinga and Tchouaméni, Los Blancos have two of the most promising young players in world football, but until their potential is fully realized, starting them will lead to a big hit in the team's overall rating. As a result, most players will likely opt for the experience and composure of Modric and Kroos, which, in turn, means a lot less pace and mobility in the center of the pitch. Thankfully, the 4-3-3 Flat formation can make up for this for the most part, and so is the best option for those looking to stick with the aging duo.

Karim Benzema is the only serious candidate for the number nine position, while the experience and passing range of Modric and Kroos is hard to ignore in central midfield. Playing Valverde alongside them can make up for the duo's lack of mobility, adding some much-needed pace into the