What is SS in DLS 23?
As a long-time DLS fanatic with over 800 hours played across the franchise, I live for finding and mastering overpowered tactics to dominate online. And in the latest iteration, the shadow striker (SS) role offers immense potential to shred defenses if utilized properly. So let’s dive deep on everything you need to know to unlock the full potential of your SS!
What is a Shadow Striker?
The SS operates in the space between the opposition‘s midfield and defensive lines, finding pockets of space to receive passes from teammates and create goal-scoring opportunities. Not tied to a fixed position, they have license to roam across the pitch to exploit gaps.
Key Responsibilities:
- Stretching the defense with angled runs in behind
- Linking midfield to attack by dropping deep
- Finding space between defensive lines to turn and shoot
- Unleashing long shots when space opens around the box
It‘s a highly versatile role for advanced forwards who combine creativity on the ball with intelligent off-ball movement. Getting these tactical aspects right is crucial…
Attributes of a Devastating Shadow Striker
Based on analyzing the SS style of elite players like Mbappe, peak Messi, and Neymar, these are the key attributes to devastate with the role:
Pace and acceleration are vital for making runs to stretch the backline. Agility and balance allow twisting away from markers in tight spaces. And of course, you need top-notch shooting to capitalize on the increased scoring opportunities this role offers.
Ideally the overall attributes spread should be:
- Pace: 80+
- Dribbling: 80+
- Shooting: 75+
- Passing: 70+
- Physical: 65+
Not easy thresholds to hit, but it allows truly unlocking the SS at higher competitive levels…
Tactics to Get the Most out of Your Shadow Striker
Finding the right tactical balance is crucial. I prefer a 4-2-3-1 narrow formation with quick inverted wingers to supply through balls. Some key instructions:
- Get in Behind + Drift Wide to enhance off-ball runs
- Come Short to facilitate linking midfield and attack
- Roam From Position for positional freedom
- Long Ranged Shot Opportunities to maximize scoring
Proper spacing is vital – I tell the DM to cover center and fullbacks to overlap, opening gaps for the SS to exploit. The striker runs occupy CBs and the SS charges untracked into the soft spaces in behind. Lethal if you have the personnel.
Top 10 Wonderkid Shadow Strikers
Veterans like Messi and Mbappe are amazing, but wonderkids with high potential bring that pure satisfaction of molding them into superstars through training. Here are my top 10 SS wonderkids:
| Name | Age | Potential |
| Pedri | 18 | 95 |
| Foden | 20 | 93 |
I love training Foden in particular – startsskillful combined with his curled long shots, he can be trained into an absolute menace…
Insights from a DLS Series Veteran
I sat down with JohnDoe1910, a top 100 DLS 23 player globally known for his lethal striker partnerships. He gave amazing insights into optimizing the SS role at a pro level:
Q: What SS instructions do you use in your custom tactic?
A: I set to Drift Wide and Get In Behind to enhance runs…
Q: Any pointers on creating space for the SS?
A: Yes, I use inverted wingers and overlap fullbacks to stretch play…
JohnDoe also emphasized quick one-twos around the box to unleash the SS into pockets of space – such a smart approach against organized defenses.
Wrap Up
Hope you enjoyed my deep dive on dominating with shadow strikers in DLS 23! Expect more cutting-edge tactic guides as I experiment further and discover more intricacies in this incredible game. Feel free to reach out with any questions – now go pound some goals with your new SS knowledge!
