Torino Football Formation

Starting Lineup

Israel · Maripan · Coco · Ismajli - 60% (Ilic - 40%) · Lazaro - 55% (Pedersen - 45%) · Casadei · Asllani · Biraghi · Ngonge · Simeone - 60% (Adams - 40%) · Vlasic

Torino relies on a high press and quick transitions to unsettle opponents using a 3-4-3. This formation is built to play with intensity, using verticality to catch teams out when they lose the ball. The lineup aims to squeeze the pitch and use wide areas to stretch the opposition defense.

Israel stays between the posts to organize the defensive unit. The back line functions as a back three where Maripan acts as the central anchor, dominant in the air and responsible for holding the line. To his left, Ismajli covers the space and provides stability, while Coco plays as the right center back to step up and intercept passes. This defensive unit works together to maintain a high line and support the midfield.

The midfield uses a central pairing to control the middle of the pitch. Casadei and Asllani operate as two central midfielders who work to win the second ball and connect the defense to the attack. Casadei drives forward with the ball to create chances, while Asllani helps to shield the defense and recycle possession. On the flanks, Lazaro and Biraghi operate as wide midfielders who provide width and track back to help the back three when defending.

In the final third, Torino uses three attackers to pin the opposition back line. Simeone operates as a pressing centre forward, looking to find the feet of his teammates and lead the hunt for the ball. Ngonge plays as a wide winger on the right who looks to cut inside and create goal scoring opportunities, while Vlasic operates on the left to stretch the defense. This front line is designed to create runs in behind and use combinations to break the lines.

One major tactical strength for Torino is the ability to press high in coordinated waves, making it difficult for opponents to build play from the back. The wide players allow for quick transitions, often isolating wide players in one on one situations once the ball is won. The compactness of the midfield trio and the back three ensures the team stays difficult to break down in a mid-block.

This 3-4-3 formation provides a high intensity of play that suits a team looking to dominate the tempo through pressing. It is best used against opponents who struggle to play out from the back under heavy pressure.