Pisa Football Formation

Starting Lineup

Pisa aims to play a high press game with a direct verticality that looks to catch opponents off guard. This intent is reflected in the 3-4-3 formation. The team looks to win the ball high up the pitch and immediately push the lines forward to create chances in the final third.

Šemper plays behind a back three that provides stability and coverage. Caracciolo acts as the central defender to sweep behind the line and manage the space between the defenders. Canestrelli and Rus operate as the wide centre-backs, where they must be ready to cover the wide areas if the wing backs push high. This defensive unit works together to hold a high line and squeeze the space in the middle of the pitch.

The midfield functions as a central engine with a two man central block. Marin and Piccinini work to control the center, with Marin often looking to win the second ball and Piccinini looking to carry the ball forward into the half spaces. Angori and Touré provide the width from the wide midfield roles. They are tasked to track back when the team loses possession and to drive up the flanks to support the attack. This group connects the back three to the front line by recycling possession and playing through the lines.

Pisa utilizes three attackers to stretch the defence. Lind operates as a lone striker, tasked to hold up the ball and find the feet of his teammates. Tramoni and Moreo act as wide wingers who cut inside to create central overloads. Their movement pulls the opposition defenders out of position, creating gaps for late runs from the midfield. The front line is expected to press the opposition back line hard to force a long ball.

This lineup offers several tactical advantages. The team can create wide overloads when Angori and Touré overlap the wingers to overwhelm the flanks. There is also a high level of compactness when defending in a mid block, making it hard for opponents to play through the center. The ability to transition quickly through the three attackers allows Pisa to hit in behind on the transition.

This 3-4-3 formation is built for a high intensity game that relies on pressing and rapid attacks. It is best suited for facing opponents who play with a high defensive line and struggle with wide overloads.