Custom Team Football Formation

Starting Lineup

BAKAMBU (MAYELE) · WAN-BISSAKA · MBEMBA · TUANZEBE · MASUAKU (J. KAYEMBE) · MOUTOUSSAMY · AYEL MUKAU (EDO KAYEMBE) · SADIKI · M. ELIA (BALIKWISHA) · BONGONDA (MBUKU) · MPASI

High pressing and quick transitions define this team and they operate in a 5-2-3 formation. This lineup aims to win the ball high up the pitch and use the speed of the wide attackers to hurt opponents. The goal is to use the wide areas to stretch the defence while maintaining a solid central base to prevent being broken on the counter.

MPASI plays behind a back five that focuses on controlling the central zones. MOUTOUSSAMY acts as the central anchor in a back three, while TUANZEBE and MBEMBA provide cover as the side centre-backs. WAN-BISSAKA operates as an attacking wing back on the right, looking to push forward and provide width, whereas MASUAKU plays as the left wing back to support the attack. This defensive unit can drop into a low block or step up to squeeze the space when the team presses high.

The midfield operates as a double pivot to control the middle of the pitch. SADIKI and AYEL MUKAU are tasked with sitting in front of the back five to protect the zone. SADIKI works to intercept passes and recycle possession, while AYEL MUKAU looks to carry the ball forward to link the defensive unit with the front three. They must be ready to cover the wide areas when the wing backs push up, ensuring the team does not get caught out in transition.

In the attacking third, the team uses three attackers to pin the opposition back line. BAKAMBU acts as a pressing centre-forward to lead the hunt for the ball, while BONGONDA and M. ELIA operate as wide attackers. BONGONDA looks to cut inside to create chances, and M. ELIA uses his pace to run in behind the defenders. This front line works to force the opposition into mistakes and create opportunities through cutbacks or direct runs into the box.

This formation offers great width through the wing backs and the ability to press in coordinated waves. By using five defenders, the team can maintain compactness when defending deep and prevent the opponent from playing through the middle. The presence of three attackers allows for immediate pressure the moment the ball is lost, creating chances to win it back high up the pitch.

The team relies on a heavy press and rapid wide play to dominate matches. This formation is best suited for facing teams that play with a high line or those that struggle to deal with intense pressure.