Tottenham Football Formation

Starting Lineup

Kudus · M.Fernandes · A.Gray · Savio · S.Tonali · L.Bergvall · Marmoush · P.Porro · K.Danso · K.Takai · A.Kinský

Tottenham focuses on a high press and rapid transitions using a 5-2-3 formation. This lineup is built to win the ball high up the pitch and strike quickly before the opposition can regroup. The team looks to stretch the defence by using wide players and aggressive wing backs to create chances in the final third.

A.Kinský guards the goal while the back line operates as a narrow defensive block. The central trio consists of A.Gray as the right centre back, K.Danso in the middle, and S.Tonali as the left centre back. K.Danso acts as the dominant presence in the air to clear the lines. P.Porro and K.Takai act as attacking wing backs to provide width. These wing backs push high to overlap the attackers, while the three centre backs hold the line to prevent any runs in behind.

The midfield relies on a two man central pairing to manage the middle of the pitch. M.Fernandes and L.Bergvall work to connect the defensive and attacking lines. M.Fernandes drives forward with the ball to break the line, while L.Bergvall helps to shield the defence and recycle possession. They must work hard to press in a mid block and ensure they do not get bypassed when the team transitions from attack to defence.

In the final third, Tottenham uses three attackers to pin the last defender. Marmoush plays as the lone striker, looking to find the feet of the striker and hold up the ball for others. Kudus and Savio play as wide wingers who cut inside to create central presence. Kudus looks to use his dribbling to beat his man, while Savio provides width and looks to whip it in towards the goal. The forwards press from the front to force a long ball from the opposition.

This formation offers significant advantages in terms of width and defensive coverage. Tottenham can create wide overloads from overlapping full backs when P.Porro and K.Takai push up. The team also benefits from a high level of compactness when defending a lead, as the five defenders and two midfielders can easily drop into a low block. This setup allows for quick counter at pace once the ball is won.

Tottenham utilizes this 5-2-3 formation to dominate through verticality and width. It is a setup best suited for facing teams that play with a high line or struggle to defend against rapid wing play.