Bari Football Formation

Starting Lineup

Caprile (Martinelli/ ERIKSSON) · Ferreira (Ferrari) · Reyes (C) · Batshiabu · Riveros (C-2°) (Keyode) · Kjaergaard · Folo · Bellingham (E. MBAPPE) · GYOKERES · Rùùtli · Dorgu

Bari looks to win the ball high up the pitch and attack with heavy verticality in this 5-2-3 formation. The goal is to use a high press to disrupt the opponent and strike quickly through a frontline that stretches the defence. This formation relies on the wing backs to provide all the width while the central players work to control the middle and win the second ball.

Caprile starts between the posts to organize the defensive unit. The back five operates as a narrow defensive block when the team sits deep, but they step up to squeeze the space when pushing forward. Kjaergaard acts as a central anchor, providing presence in the air, while Reyes (C) plays as the left centre back to cover space and lead the line. Batshiabu completes the trio at the back to ensure the team stays compact. Ferreira and Riveros act as attacking wing backs, tasked to push high and overlap the attackers to deliver crosses into the box.

The midfield utilizes a double pivot to manage the center of the pitch. Bellingham works to carry the ball forward and link the defensive line to the attack, often using his driving runs to progress through the thirds. Folo provides support in the middle, tasked to track back and cover when the wing backs push up. This pair must work hard to deny the turn to opposition players and ensure they do not get bypassed in transition.

Bari uses three attackers to pin the last defender and create constant movement. GYOKERES acts as the focal point, using his strength to hold up the ball and find the feet of his teammates. Rùùtli and Dorgu operate as wide attackers who cut inside to create central presence, leaving the flanks open for the wing backs. These three press from the front to force a long ball from the opponent, often creating chances to hit in behind on the transition through quick combinations.

This lineup offers significant defensive security through the back five while allowing for wide overloads when Ferreira and Riveros join the attack. The presence of GYOKERES in the box creates a constant threat during crosses, making the team very difficult to defend against in wide areas. Bari can also shift between a mid-block and a high press with ease depending on the movement of the ball.

This 5-2-3 formation provides a robust platform for teams that want to defend compactly and strike with speed. It is best suited for matches against opponents who struggle with high intensity pressing and wide service.