Como Football Formation

Starting Lineup

Jean Butez · Diego Carlos · Sergi Roberto · Álex Valle · Marc Kempf · Nico Paz · Máximo Perrone · Lucas Da Cunha · Jesús Rodríguez · Nicolas Kühn · Anastasios Douvikas

Como looks to play a vertical game, aiming to hit the opposition hard and fast. The team uses a 4-2-4 formation to maximize their presence in the final third. This lineup is built to push the opposition back and win the ball high up the pitch through intense pressure.

Jean Butez sits in goal to organize the defensive line. The defense functions as a flat back four. Sergi Roberto plays as a right back with a wide passing range to switch play, while Álex Valle stays on the left to provide width. Marc Kempf and Diego Carlos act as the central defenders, with Diego Carlos using his aerial strength to clear the lines and protect the box. The unit must stay tight to deny the turn to incoming attackers.

In the middle of the pitch, the team employs a double pivot with Lucas Da Cunha and Máximo Perrone. These two must work hard to shield the defense and win the second ball. Máximo Perrone acts to break up play, while Lucas Da Cunha works to carry the ball forward and connect the defensive unit to the front line. They are responsible for recycling possession and ensuring the team does not get bypassed in transition.

The attacking formation features four players across the front to stretch the defense. Nico Paz and Anastasios Douvikas lead the line as a central pair, with Nico Paz using his dribbling to play through the lines. On the wings, Jesús Rodríguez and Nicolas Kühn provide width and directness. Nicolas Kühn often cuts inside to find space, while Jesús Rodríguez works to get to the byline and deliver crosses. The forwards press the opposition back line to force mistakes and create chances for runs in behind.

One major advantage for Como is the ability to create wide overloads and isolate players in one on one situations. The heavy presence of four attackers can pin the last defender and create space for late runners. Furthermore, the team uses its ability to press high in coordinated waves to win the ball back quickly and attack at pace.

This 4-2-4 formation is designed for teams that want to dominate the attacking third. It is best suited for matches where Como faces an opponent that prefers to sit deep in a low block.