Boca Football Formation

Starting Lineup

12- L. Brey
24- J. Barinaga
17- L. Gianetti*
18- G. Piovi*
23- L. Blanco
5- T. Belmonte
8- L. Paredes*
22- K. Zenón
7- E. Zeballos
10- E. Cavani
36- C. Medina

Boca relies on a vertical style of play built around a 4-3-3 formation. The team looks to move the ball quickly through the lines to catch opponents out of position. This lineup is designed to balance offensive pressure with a solid central presence.

L. Brey guards the goal as the goalkeeper in this system. The back line operates as a flat back four to maintain compactness. J. Barinaga plays as the right back, while L. Blanco occupies the left back position. In the middle, L. Gianetti and G. Piovi form the central defensive pair. Gianetti and Piovi focus on holding the line and winning headers during defensive phases. The full backs often push up to support the wings, but they must track back quickly to ensure the team stays solid when the ball is lost.

A single pivot provides the foundation for the midfield unit. T. Belmonte sits in front of the defense to shield the back four and win the second ball. Alongside him, L. Paredes and C. Medina operate as two inverted eights. Paredes uses his passing range to progress through the thirds, while Medina works to carry the ball forward and press aggressively in a mid-block. This three man midfield works to connect the defensive unit to the attacking players by recycling possession and finding the feet of the forwards.

The attacking front line uses three attackers to stretch the opposition. E. Cavani acts as the lone striker, using his experience to hold up the ball and find space between the defenders. On the flanks, K. Zenón plays as a wide winger on the left, while E. Zeballos operates on the right. Both players look to cut inside to create overloads in the middle or deliver crosses into the box. This front three presses from the front to force a long ball and create chances in transition.

Boca gains a significant advantage through the ability to press high in coordinated waves. The presence of Paredes and Medina in the middle allows the team to squeeze the space and win it back high up the pitch. Additionally, the movement of Zenón and Zeballos creates opportunities to isolate wide players in one on one situations. This ability to win the ball back quickly allows the team to strike with speed.

This 4-3-3 formation creates a balance between defensive stability and rapid attacking transitions. It is best suited for matches where Boca can exploit space behind a high defensive line.