Custom Team Football Formation

Starting Lineup

12 D'AGATA 07
2 TRIOLO 07 (DX)
6 PINO 02 (195 DX)
5 SCALIA 04 (185 DX)
3 GODINO 92 (182 SX)
9 GOMES 94 (187 AMBIDESTRO)
7 EBANILSON 99 (175 DX)
8 FRICANO 98 (175 DX)
4 ANASTASIO 02 (179 DX)
11 NIOSI 01 (180 DX)
10 RICCIULLI 99 (DX)

A heavy focus on direct attacking play and high verticality defines this lineup, which utilizes a 4-2-4 formation. This system seeks to overwhelm the opposition through sheer numbers in the final third, looking to catch opponents out of position. The team aims to move the ball forward as quickly as possible to exploit space behind the defense.

D'AGATA operates between the posts to organize the back line. The defense functions as a flat back four, with TRIOLO and GODINO acting as the full backs. TRIOLO provides width on the right, while GODINO handles the left flank. In the center, SCALIA and PINO form the heart of the defense, with SCALIA acting as a dominant presence in the air and PINO focusing on covering the space behind as the ball moves wide. The unit must stay compact to avoid being bypassed by long balls during transitions.

The midfield relies on a double pivot to manage the central zone. ANASTASIO and FRICANO act as the two central midfielders, tasked with shielding the defense and winning the second ball. ANASTASIO works to connect the defensive line to the attack, while FRICANO uses his energy to press aggressively and win it back high up the pitch. This duo must stay disciplined to prevent the opposition from playing through the middle, as they are often outnumbered by three man midfields.

In the attacking third, the team employs four forwards to pin the opposition back. EBANILSON and RICCIULLI act as wide wingers, with RICCIULLI looking to cut inside and EBANILSON stretching the defense along the touchline. The central presence is provided by a partnership of two forwards, NIOSI and GOMES. NIOSI acts as a pressing centre-forward to harass the defenders, while GOMES looks to hold up the ball and play with his back to goal. This setup is designed to create runs in behind and allow for quick combinations in the box.

This formation offers great speed of transition when the ball is won in the middle third. By having four dedicated attackers, the team can quickly isolate wide players in one on one situations. The heavy presence of NIOSI and GOMES in the box ensures that any deliveries from the wings or the midfield are met with high pressure.

The 4-2-4 lineup is a high risk, high reward system built for aggressive attacking. It is best suited for games where the team needs to chase a goal or face an opponent that sits in a very deep low block.