Using a False Nine effectively

[saulabbiss]

So I have this young player who is going to be a great false 9 and I want to build the team around him. I need any advice on how to build a tactic around a false 9 or a tactic someone has created for a false 9. Any information would be useful!

Here is the player who is an absolute gem:
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[Micky979]

I use a false 9 as a lone striker to open up space for IFs. Add an attack minded midfielder into the mix like a BBM or a CM att and it can be very effective.

 

[Alienman]

You need to place players in roles that will take advantage of the space he will open up when he drops deep. Like Micky979 said, Inside Forwards who will cut inside into the opening or midfielders who get up in the attack. Having an AMC in the False 10 role is a perfect fit.