Como Football Formation

Starting Lineup

Valle · Caqueret · Douvikas · Kühn · Baturina · Paz · Perrone · Da Cunha · Van der Brempt · D. Carlos · Butez

High pressing and heavy central presence define the tactical identity of Como in this 2-5-3 formation. This lineup builds play around extreme verticality to catch opponents out of position. By committing so many bodies forward, the team aims to control the center of the pitch and force turnovers in the final third.

Butez acts as the last line of defense, managing the space behind the high defensive line. The backline consists of a two man pairing with Van der Brempt and D. Carlos acting as the central defenders. These two must stay compact to cover the massive gaps left by the advancing midfield. They are required to step up to intercept through balls and use their reading of the game to manage long balls played over the top.

Control of the middle is the priority for Como. A single pivot system is not used here, but instead a dense midfield block featuring Caqueret and Valle as the defensive anchors. Caqueret and Valle work to shield the two central defenders and break up play, while Perrone and Da Cunha drive the ball forward to connect the lines. Paz operates as the attacking ten, finding pockets of space to create chances and serve the front three.

The attack relies on three dedicated forwards to stretch the opposition. Baturina and Kühn operate as wide attackers, looking to cut inside or provide width to stretch the defensive block. Douvikas acts as the lone striker, tasked to hold up the ball and lead the press from the front. This front three works in unison to press the opposition backline, creating chaos and forcing hurried clearances.

Numerical superiority in the central areas provides a massive advantage for this lineup. By packing the midfield with five players, the team can easily win second balls and dominate possession in the middle third. The wide movements of Baturina and Kühn often create overloads that leave opponents struggling to track runners. This formation also allows for rapid transitions where the ball can reach Douvikas quickly through the creative work of Paz.

This 2-5-3 formation relies on intense pressure and central dominance to overwhelm the opponent. It is a high risk strategy best suited for matches where Como needs to dictate the tempo against teams that sit deep.