Obviously, the Wizards are the most offensive oriented team in the
game. This actually isn't that bad though; now you know you have to
work only with the defense. The offensive seven for the Wizards are
awesome, especially the midfield. Preki dominates even more than he
did for the San Jose Grizzles(indoor), and Chung and McKeon are both
young. The internationals for the Wizards all put up good stats. Gough
and Johnston are old but good, and Takawira is one of the best forwards
to start with in the game. The problem is defense. The goalies are
sorry, and beside Gough, there isn't much in the backline. The Wizards
also need to add some depth, as there is a big gap between the starters
and the bench. The Wizards also need youth pretty bad, as most of their
best players are over 30.
Getting Through the First Season
The first step is to cut Scott Uderitz, Jose Debrito and
Edmundo Rodriguez. The team now should be in the upper 50's in offense
and above 50 for defense. What really needs work is the goalkeeper
situation. You don't need great goalies to win, but a 39 is just too
weak. Sign Jurgen Sommer or Kasey Kellar when you get enough for the
transfer fees and release Mike Ammann. This will help tremendously.
Look to trade Uche Okafor as soon as possible, but there isn't much
out there. Same goes for Richard Gough and Mo Johnston: if they were
a couple years younger, they'd be great to trade. Try to package them
together and pick up Alexi Lalas or Marcelo Balboa. This will help the
defense.
There isn't much work to be done in the attack. I like to keep Preki
on my team; at 33, Preki's age makes you give up too many points in a
trade. Try to trade Frank Klopas for a younger player with some defense,
although at 30, the age factor once again destroys much hope. Don't
trade for future players with the Wizards. This is a team where you
can't afford to sacrifice many points, since the defense is teetering
above 50 by a slim margin.
You'll want to play 3-4-3 all offense at home and switch to a direct
on the road. Against the strong East teams on the road, play a passing
startegy, which is more defensive than direct. You should be able to
over take the Galaxy for first place in the West. It is critical that
you sign a keeper during the season, or else you will lose in the
playoffs. In the off season, get a defender! Go for the good, young
internationals who also have offense(Cristian Panucci is my best bet.)
Try to add some depth by signing normal free agents like Zak Isben and
the likes. You'll always be an offensive oriented team, which is good
in this game. Just make sure not to totally abandon the defense. As
long as this is done, success will be yours.
