Como Football Formation

Starting Lineup

Moreno · Braunöder · Audero · Varane · Dossena · Mazzitelli · Engelhardt · Da Cunha · Strefezza · Cutrone · Belotti

Looking to overwhelm opponents through high volume attacking, Como utilizes a 2-4-4 formation. This lineup is built to play a very vertical brand of football that looks to flood the final third and pin the opposition back. By sacrificing defensive numbers, the team aims to control the game through sheer numbers in the attacking zones and constant pressure on the opponent's back line.

Audero sits between the posts to manage the defensive line. In front of him, Varane and Dossena form a narrow back two that must be incredibly disciplined. Varane uses his experience and reading of the game to cover space, while Dossena provides strength in the air. Because there are only two central defenders, they often have to step up to meet attackers early or sweep behind a high line when the team loses possession. This formation requires the defenders to remain extremely compact to avoid being split by direct passes.

The midfield works in a box with a double pivot and two attacking midfielders. Moreno and Braunöder act as the deep-lying playmaker pairing to protect the two defenders. Moreno works to recycle possession while Braunöder looks to win the second ball and break the line with his movement. In front of them, Mazzitelli and Engelhardt operate as two tens in the half-spaces. Mazzitelli looks to create from deep and find pockets of space, while Engelhardt pushes higher to support the press. This midfield unit serves as the engine that connects the defense to the heavy frontline.

The attacking unit is massive, featuring two central strikers and two wide players. Cutrone and Belotti work as a two forwards in a partnership, often combining in tight spaces to disrupt the center of the defense. Cutrone is known for his movement and ability to find space, while Belotti provides a physical presence to hold up the ball. Strefezza and Da Cunha act as wide wingers who stay wide to stretch the defence. They look to isolate a one-on-one wide or deliver crosses to the two strikers, ensuring the attacking pressure is constant from every angle.

Como gains a massive advantage through the numerical superiority in the attacking zones. By having four players high up the pitch, they can force a long ball from the opposition and win the second ball frequently. This setup also allows for wide overloads if the wingers and midfielders shift together, creating chaos in the opponent's defensive block. The speed of transition is a key asset, as the team can move from a defensive stance to a full attacking wave in seconds.

This highly aggressive lineup is designed to dominate teams that sit deep and defend in a low block. It is a high-risk, high-reward setup best suited for games where Como needs to hunt for goals and control the tempo through attacking pressure.