eFootball 2026 Jürgen Klopp Manager Guide: Best formations, instructions, and tactics

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With the release of new Link Up Managers and playstyles for eFootball 2026, Jurgen Klopp is the latest addition. Famous for his energetic, fast-paced football, Klopp brings a unique tactical approach and a Link-Up style that differs from managers like Xabi Alonso and Fabio Capello.

Many people think Jurgen Klopp just relies on fast, energetic play, but our tests show his tactics are actually very well-organized. This guide will show you how to build a successful team using his system in eFootball 2026, taking into account player strengths and formations.

eFootball 2026 Jurgen Klopp Manager Guide: Introduction

Jürgen Klopp is now available in eFootball 2026, bringing his expertise in both Possession Game and Quick Counter tactics – two of the game’s most popular approaches. He also comes with a unique boost, increasing both Speed and Aggression by +1, which reflects his famously energetic style of play and makes him effective for both fast counter-attacks and intense pressing.

His playstyle relies on quick, direct passes – what we call ‘Over-the-Top Pass C’. It’s unique compared to typical attacking strategies. The core connection is between a central defender who builds up play (‘Centrepiece’) and a fast, scoring winger (‘Key Man’) on the sides.

When the defender wins the ball near our own goal, the winger automatically starts running forward into open space. This makes it easier to play accurate through balls and lofted passes from further back, and it helps the winger control the ball and score when they receive it.

This team plays with a quick, direct attacking style. Rather than patiently building play up through the middle of the field, the system lets them break through pressure with one good pass, quickly switching from defense to offense. While I wasn’t overly impressed with how it performed, it clearly relies on having a center back who’s good at passing.

Best formations using Jurgen Klopp in eFootball 2026

Klopp excels when his team plays with formations that connect through wide players. Therefore, I’ll be outlining strategies that feature wingers.

1) 4-3-3/4-2-1-3

Okay, so if I’m setting up my team like Klopp, the 4-3-3 just feels right. It’s all about using those wide players – if you’ve got quick, dangerous wingers, this formation really stretches the game. It basically makes the other team’s fullbacks have to run constantly to keep up. And as soon as I get the ball back to my center back, my first thought is usually that long, diagonal pass out to my winger – it’s a killer move when it works!

You have flexibility in midfield – you can use a two-player defensive midfield with an attacking midfielder, or a three-player flat midfield. In either case, I recommend pairing a dynamic, box-to-box midfielder with a more defensive-minded anchor player. This combination helps maintain your team’s shape when your fullbacks join the attack.

My preferred approach with this formation is to prioritize defense. I generally use fullbacks who focus more on defending, paired with quick centre-backs. Because the team plays with a high defensive line, it can be susceptible to passes played in behind the defense, so this setup aims to minimize that threat.

2) 5-2-3

If you want to maintain a strong connection between your defense and attack, while still prioritizing aggressive forward play, I suggest this approach. Using three centre-backs provides extra protection against quick counterattacks, which is crucial when your wingers are frequently joining the attack.

The two central midfielders need to complement each other. One should play a more defensive role, protecting the back line, while the other focuses on energetic runs and helping to quickly switch from defense to attack. Because the team’s setup is already solid defensively, the wing-backs can push further up the field to support the wingers.

Player Recommendations and Key Stats

Centrepiece (Build Up/CB)

Because Klopp’s Link-Up play starts with players moving from deeper areas, your centre-backs who build the attack need to be more than just strong defenders. While good defending and physical strength are still important, they also need to be able to pass the ball well.

A good ‘Lofted Pass’ stat should be 80 or higher, but players with that ability are rare. Only a few central defenders truly stand out in this area, like Beckenbauer, Hesebe, and Piqué. A stat in the 70s is usually good enough, especially if the player has other strong skills. ‘Low Pass’ and ‘Ball Control’ are also crucial, particularly when trying to build play from the back under pressure.

Recommended Skills: One Touch Pass, Through Passing, Weighted Pass, Low Lofted Pass

Key Man (Prolific Winger/LWF/RWF)

Players were noticeably faster in the 90s, and Jürgen Klopp’s influence further increased that speed. Good offensive awareness meant players made better runs, and strong finishing skills allowed them to score even from difficult angles after receiving passes across the field.

Being able to dribble and hold onto the ball is also important, because your wingers will often find themselves one-on-one against defenders. Good ball control is especially useful with the Link-Up boost, letting them receive passes cleanly even when running at full speed.

Recommended Skills: First Time Shot, Double Touch, Long Range Curler, Pinpoint Crossing

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2026-02-15 08:12