Teplice Football Formation

Starting Lineup

Zlatohlávek (Pulkrab) · Čermák (Náprstek / Garzha) · Auta (Hopi / Krejčí) · Radosta (Kozák / Hopi) · Fortelný (Mareček D.) · Kodeš (Mareček L. / Takács) · Večerka (Jakubko) · Taraduda (Vientiss, Takács) · Bílek (Švanda) · Riznič (Harušťák) · Trmal (Lichtenberg)

Teplice focus on a direct and aggressive identity to catch opponents off guard. They utilize a 4-2-4 formation that aims to stretch the pitch and create chances through high volume attacking. This lineup is built to play a high tempo game where the aim is to hit the opposition quickly once the ball is won.

Trmal operates between the posts to command the area. The back line functions as a flat back four to keep the defensive unit compact. Bílek plays as the right back and Riznič acts as the left back to provide width. In the center, Taraduda and Večerka form the pair of central defenders. Taraduda relies on his aerial strength to defend crosses while Večerka works to cover space and win the second ball. The defensive unit stays relatively high to squeeze the space and support the press.

The midfield consists of a double pivot to control the central zone. Kodeš and Fortelný work together to bridge the gap between the defenders and the heavy front line. Fortelný acts as a carrier to drive the ball forward, while Kodeš focuses on shielding the defense and recycling possession. These two players must work hard to track back and ensure the team does not get overrun when the ball is lost. They act as the primary link to move the play from the defensive third into the final third.

Teplice employ a front line of four players to pin the last defender and attack the space behind. Auta plays as the left winger and Radosta occupies the right wing to spread the width. The central presence comes from two forwards, Čermák and Zlatohlávek. Čermák acts as a pressing centre-forward to lead the hunt for the ball, while Zlatohlávek looks to find the feet of the striker or make runs in behind. This combination of wide players and central attackers allows the team to attack in combinations or catch teams in transition through quick vertical passes.

This formation offers significant tactical advantages in terms of attacking pressure. The use of four forwards allows Teplice to create wide overloads and isolate wide players in one on one situations. There is also a strong ability to press high in coordinated waves, making it difficult for the opponent to play out from the back. By committing so many bodies forward, the team forces the opposition to sit deep.

This 4-2-4 formation is built for high intensity and rapid attacking transitions. It is best suited for games where Teplice want to overwhelm a defensive opponent through sheer numbers in the final third.